CELPIP Writing Task 2: Responding to Survey Questions

CELPIP Writing Task 2 Sample Answer: Local Food Markets

Your city is planning to support local food vendors and wants resident opinions. Some suggest hosting weekly farmers’ markets to sell fresh produce. Others propose funding food trucks to offer affordable meals. Budget…

Time

26 minutes

Length

150–200 words

Structure

Choose Option A or B and support it

The question

Which option do you prefer? Why?

-Option A: Host weekly farmers’ markets.

-Option B: Fund food trucks for affordable meals.

Excellent answer: around CLB 11–12

I strongly endorse Option A, as weekly farmers’ markets promote health and sustainability. Access to fresh, locally sourced produce empowers residents to make nutritious choices while bolstering regional agriculture. Food trucks, though appealing for quick meals, typically prioritize convenience over dietary value, offering limited long-term benefits. Markets represent a strategic investment in community well-being and economic vitality.

57 words

Good answer: around CLB 7–8

I support Option A because farmers’ markets provide fresh, healthy options. Residents can buy local produce, which supports farmers and encourages better diets. Food trucks offer convenience, but their meals are often less nutritious. Markets benefit both the community’s health and local economy more.

44 words

Basic answer: around CLB 4–5

I choose Option A because farmers’ markets have fresh food. People can buy healthy fruits and vegetables there. Food trucks are fun, but they mostly sell fast food. Markets are better for eating good stuff.

35 words

The CLBs are estimates of the level each sample was written at, not official CELPIP scores. How we estimate CLB