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CELPIP Reading

Free CELPIP Reading practice tests

38 full-length CELPIP Reading practice tests, each with all 4 parts and 38 questions in the real test order. Answer on the page, check your answers and see an estimated CLB. To practise one part at a time, there are 216 single-part tests below.

Full tests
38
Questions per test
38
Parts
4
Time
about 55–60 minutes

Full-length Reading tests

Practise one part at a time

CELPIP Reading score chart (estimate)

Your CELPIP level comes from your number of correct answers out of 38. CELPIP uses a conversion table for each test form, so treat this chart as a rough guide, not an official score.

Correct answers (of 38)Estimated CLB
37–38CLB 12
34–36CLB 11
32–33CLB 10
29–31CLB 9
26–28CLB 8
23–25CLB 7
19–22CLB 6
16–18CLB 5
12–15CLB 4

How to take a practice test

  1. Set a timer for 55–60 minutes and do all 4 parts in one sitting.
  2. Read the questions first, then scan the text for the answers.
  3. Answer every question: there is no penalty for a wrong answer.
  4. Check your answers, then find the sentence behind each mistake and note which part it was in.
  5. Learn the strategy for your weakest part on its guide: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4.

FAQ

How many questions are in the CELPIP Reading test?

Four parts with 38 questions: an email or letter, a diagram, an informational text and an opinion piece with a reader's comment. Each practice test here has the same 4 parts and 38 questions, in the same order.

How long is the CELPIP Reading test?

The Reading section takes about 55–60 minutes. Each part has its own timer in the real test, so time each part as you practise.

What Reading score do I need for CLB 9?

As a rough guide, about 29 of 38 correct answers is around CLB 9 and about 23 of 38 is around CLB 7. CELPIP converts raw scores with a table for each test form, so the exact cut-off varies and these are estimates.

Are wrong answers penalised?

No. Your level comes from the number of correct answers, so answer every question, even when you have to guess.

Are these official CELPIP tests?

No. They are CELPIP-format practice tests from CELPass, not official CELPIP material. For the official free practice tests, see celpip.ca.

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