CELPIP Writing Practice Test 1
By Rita
A complete CELPIP Writing practice test: the Task 1 email and the Task 2 survey response. Type each answer with spell check off and stop when the time is up, as in the real test. Then compare with the sample answers for each task.
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Task 1: Writing an Email
Time: 27 minutes · Length: 150–200 words
Unreliable Home Internet Contract
Two months ago, you moved to Halifax and signed a 12-month contract for home internet. You pay $85 a month for a high-speed plan, but the connection often cuts out and is much slower than promised. You have called the company's help line several times, but nothing has been fixed.
Write an email to the company's customer service team in about 150-200 words. Your email should do the following things:
Describe the problems you have had with your internet service.
Explain how these problems have affected your daily life.
Describe your experience with customer service and say what you want the company to do.
Sample answers for this task 1 · Task 1 strategy and template
Task 2: Responding to Survey Questions
Time: 26 minutes · Length: 150–200 words
Public Transportation vs. Driving to Work
Your city is considering policies to encourage sustainable commuting. They are conducting a survey to understand residents' preferences.
Which option do you prefer? Why?
- Option A: Promote public transportation by offering free or discounted passes.
- Option B: Maintain flexibility and allow residents to choose their preferred mode of transport.
Sample answers for this task 2 · Task 2 strategy and template
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