CELPIP-General

Full-length practice test

All four components in the real order — Listening (6 parts) · Reading (4 parts) · Writing (2 tasks) · Speaking (8 tasks) — about 171 minutes, like test day. Listening, Reading and Writing are scored; Speaking is recorded practice you self-review, because the real test is human-rated.

1. Listening · 6 parts, 50 min
Sit this like the real exam
Fullscreen CELPIP test screen · timed · one question at a time · no going back, like the real test

Real exams are computer-based. For the true side-by-side screen, use a laptop or a tablet in landscape — on a phone the passage and questions stack.

Part 1 · Listening to Problem Solving
Accent: Canadian
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Listening to Problem Solving

Listen to the message and answer the question.

What is the purpose of the message?
Part 1 · Listening to Problem Solving
Accent: Canadian
2.
Listening to Problem Solving

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What is Priya's main problem at the start of the conversation?
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Listening to Problem Solving

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What change does the 12A bring to where Priya would board?
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Listening to Problem Solving

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What does Priya say about walking four blocks before her shift?
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Listening to Problem Solving

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

How many stops does the new 50X express route make between downtown and the hospital district?
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Listening to Problem Solving

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What time does the first 50X bus leave downtown?
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Listening to Problem Solving

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What does Priya decide to do by the end of the conversation?
Part 1 · Listening to Problem Solving
Accent: Canadian
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Listening to Problem Solving

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What is the name of the new gym Priya and Sam are discussing?
Part 2 · Listening to a Daily Life Conversation
Accent: Canadian
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Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What time was Rohan originally supposed to land?
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Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

Why can't Priya go to the airport herself now?
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Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

Why does Deepak say he is a good fit to pick Rohan up instead?
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Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What does Deepak say he will do once he and Rohan are in the car?
Part 2 · Listening to a Daily Life Conversation
Accent: Canadian
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Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

Which floor is Priya's new apartment on?
Part 3 · Listening for Information
Accent: Canadian
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Listening for Information

You will hear an informational recording. Answer the question based on what you hear.

When will buses in Waterdown start letting riders pay by tapping a bank card?
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Listening for Information

You will hear an informational recording. Answer the question based on what you hear.

According to the report, what happens to a rider's cost after their fourth trip on the same card in a single day?
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Listening for Information

You will hear an informational recording. Answer the question based on what you hear.

Why do seniors and students still have to register a special card?
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Listening for Information

You will hear an informational recording. Answer the question based on what you hear.

What mistake does Roy warn passengers to avoid when riding?
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Listening for Information

You will hear an informational recording. Answer the question based on what you hear.

How long will the old fare cards keep working alongside the new tap system?
Part 3 · Listening for Information
Accent: Canadian
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Listening for Information

You will hear an informational recording. Answer the question based on what you hear.

How many separate bins will each desk have once the new routine begins?
Part 4 · Listening to a News Item
Accent: Canadian
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Listening to a News Item

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What is new at this year's cleanup compared to last year?
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Listening to a News Item

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What is the Millbrook Diner offering to volunteers?
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Listening to a News Item

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What is planned specifically for children at the event?
Part 4 · Listening to a News Item
Accent: Canadian
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Listening to a News Item

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

Where is the pediatric wing being built that this run supports?
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Listening to a News Item

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What time does registration open on race day?
Part 5 · Listening to a Discussion
Accent: Canadian
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Listening to a Discussion

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

Where is the adoption fair mentioned in the conversation being held?
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Listening to a Discussion

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

How much was Biscuit's adoption fee?
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Listening to a Discussion

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What does Priya suggest Marcus bring to speed up his home visit?
Part 5 · Listening to a Discussion
Accent: Canadian
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Listening to a Discussion

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

According to Doug, how many teenagers is the maker space attracting each week, compared to the original estimate?
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Listening to a Discussion

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

On which days does the part-time maker space technician currently work?
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Listening to a Discussion

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What is the committee being asked to fund for the maker space?
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Listening to a Discussion

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

What fixed the drop in homework help attendance?
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Listening to a Discussion

Listen to the recording and answer the question.

Roughly how many kids attend a homework help session now?
Part 6 · Listening to Viewpoints
Accent: Canadian
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Listening to Viewpoints

You will hear a person express opinions on a topic. Answer the question based on what you hear.

What is the speaker's overall position on open-plan offices?
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Listening to Viewpoints

You will hear a person express opinions on a topic. Answer the question based on what you hear.

What does the speaker suggest actually happens when all the walls are removed?
35.
Listening to Viewpoints

You will hear a person express opinions on a topic. Answer the question based on what you hear.

What does the speaker imply about companies that describe open offices as 'collaboration'?
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Listening to Viewpoints

You will hear a person express opinions on a topic. Answer the question based on what you hear.

Which arrangement does the speaker describe as belonging to the best workplaces he has seen?
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Listening to Viewpoints

You will hear a person express opinions on a topic. Answer the question based on what you hear.

Why does the speaker mention old workplaces full of closed doors?
Part 6 · Listening to Viewpoints
Accent: Canadian
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Listening to Viewpoints

You will hear a person express opinions on a topic. Answer the question based on what you hear.

What is the speaker's main reservation about the laptop program?

Answer what you can, then submit once for your score. Scored in your browser — nothing is uploaded.

2. Reading · 4 parts, 53 min
Sit this like the real exam
Fullscreen CELPIP test screen · timed · one question at a time · no going back, like the real test

Real exams are computer-based. For the true side-by-side screen, use a laptop or a tablet in landscape — on a phone the passage and questions stack.

Passage 1 of 8
Subject: Your cabin for the long weekend Hi Omar, Thank you again for offering us your cabin on Clearwater Lake for the Victoria Day long weekend. Gord and I talked it over last night, and we would love to take you up on it. We're planning to drive up on Friday after work, so we probably won't get there before nine in the evening. Is that too late to pick up the key from your neighbour, Mrs. Lindqvist? If it is, we could leave early on Saturday morning instead, although the kids would be disappointed to lose a night at the lake. You mentioned that the water pump has been acting up lately. Gord is pretty handy, so if you tell us where the manual is, he's happy to take a look while we're there. We'll also bring our own sheets and towels, so you won't have any laundry to deal with afterwards. One question: would you mind if we brought Pepper? She's much calmer than she was as a puppy, and if dogs aren't allowed inside, she can sleep in her crate. If it's a problem at all, my sister has offered to look after her. Finally, please let us pay for the propane and firewood we use. I know you said not to worry about it, but we'd feel much better. Warmly, Helen
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Reading Correspondence

Read the message and answer the question.

What is the main purpose of Helen's message?
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Reading Correspondence

Read the message and answer the question.

If Helen's family leaves on Friday, when will they probably reach the cabin?
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Reading Correspondence

Read the message and answer the question.

Who is Helen expecting to get the cabin key from?
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Reading Correspondence

Read the message and answer the question.

What does Helen offer on Gord's behalf?
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Reading Correspondence

Read the message and answer the question.

What can be understood about Pepper?
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Reading Correspondence

Read the message and answer the question.

What does Helen insist on doing?
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Reading Correspondence

Read Omar's reply to Helen. Choose the best option from each menu to complete the reply.

Hi Helen, I'm delighted you'll be using the cabin over the . Arriving on Friday night is no problem: Mrs. Lindqvist stays up late, so just knock on her door and she'll hand you the . The pump manual is in the drawer beside the stove, and I'd be very grateful if Gord could . Pepper is welcome too, and she can sleep indoors, so there's no need to trouble your . Since you insist, you can leave a little money on the table for the . Enjoy the lake! Omar

Passage 2 of 8
Subject: Getting back into swimming Hi Renu, Great news that you want to join a class at the Glenmore Community Centre! I looked at the fall timetable for you. Since you told me you can only make it on the two days you have off — Monday and Wednesday — and never before lunch, that narrows things down. I'd steer you away from anything in the Main Pool, because the deep water there is really meant for stronger swimmers. The Leisure Pool is the shallow one, which is what you're after while you build your confidence back up. Have a look and let me know which one you'd like to sign up for. Cheers, D-
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Reading to Apply a Diagram

Read the message and use the schedule to answer the question.

Glenmore Community Centre — Fall Aquatics Timetable
Time / DayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursday9:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.Deep WaterMain PoolAdult LearnLeisure PoolAqua FitMain PoolParent & TotLeisure PoolAqua FitMain PoolAdult LearnLeisure PoolLane SwimMain PoolLane SwimMain Pool
Given everything the sender advises, which class should Renu sign up for?
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Reading to Apply a Diagram

Read the message and use the schedule to answer the question.

Glenmore Community Centre — Fall Aquatics Timetable
Time / DayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursday9:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.Deep WaterMain PoolAdult LearnLeisure PoolAqua FitMain PoolParent & TotLeisure PoolAqua FitMain PoolAdult LearnLeisure PoolLane SwimMain PoolLane SwimMain Pool
Which program is held in the shallow pool the sender recommends?
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Reading to Apply a Diagram

Read the message and use the schedule to answer the question.

Glenmore Community Centre — Fall Aquatics Timetable
Time / DayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursday9:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.Deep WaterMain PoolAdult LearnLeisure PoolAqua FitMain PoolParent & TotLeisure PoolAqua FitMain PoolAdult LearnLeisure PoolLane SwimMain PoolLane SwimMain Pool
Which listed class does the sender say is suited only to more capable swimmers?
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Reading to Apply a Diagram

Read the message and use the schedule to answer the question.

Glenmore Community Centre — Fall Aquatics Timetable
Time / DayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursday9:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.Deep WaterMain PoolAdult LearnLeisure PoolAqua FitMain PoolParent & TotLeisure PoolAqua FitMain PoolAdult LearnLeisure PoolLane SwimMain PoolLane SwimMain Pool
If Renu could only ever come on Wednesdays, which class fits the sender's advice?
Passage 3 of 8
Subject: Parking for Saturday's game Hi Marcus, Thanks for volunteering to help at the Riverbend Sportsplex on Saturday. A few notes on where to leave your car. The lot fills up fast before a game, so come early. Please don't use the permit stalls along the west fence — those are held for arena staff, and you'll be towed. Since you're bringing the first-aid kit and need to reach the arena doors quickly, park as close to the doors as you can. The whole row nearest the building is reserved for accessible parking, so unless you have a permit hanging from your mirror, that row is off limits too — and the loading loop right at the doors is a no-parking zone. The first row you're actually allowed to use is where I'd put you. Thanks again, Facilities
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Reading to Apply a Diagram

Read the message and use the parking map to answer the question. Choose the correct location (A–F).

Riverbend Sportsplex — Parking Map
SPORTSPLEX — Arena DoorsDrop-off loop — no parkingAccessible (permit) — front rowVisitor — generalPermit / Staff — west fenceOverflow (gravel)GateABCDEF
Following the sender's instructions, where should Marcus park?
13.
Reading to Apply a Diagram

Read the message and use the parking map to answer the question. Choose the correct location (A–F).

Riverbend Sportsplex — Parking Map
SPORTSPLEX — Arena DoorsDrop-off loop — no parkingAccessible (permit) — front rowVisitor — generalPermit / Staff — west fenceOverflow (gravel)GateABCDEF
Which spot does the sender warn will get Marcus's car towed?
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Reading to Apply a Diagram

Read the message and use the parking map to answer the question. Choose the correct location (A–F).

Riverbend Sportsplex — Parking Map
SPORTSPLEX — Arena DoorsDrop-off loop — no parkingAccessible (permit) — front rowVisitor — generalPermit / Staff — west fenceOverflow (gravel)GateABCDEF
Which spot immediately outside the entrance may nobody use to leave a vehicle?
Passage 4 of 8
Subject: Room set-up for Thursday's workshop Hi Priya, Here's what I need for the Cedar Hall booking. The presenter will speak from the podium at the front, so please leave the whole front of the room clear for her. Set the registration desk right beside the main doors at the back, where people come in, so nobody has to cross the room to sign in. Put the coffee and snacks as far from the doors as you can — tuck them into the front corner on the window side, away from the entrance, so the line doesn't block people arriving. The projector screen is fixed to the front wall; don't move it. Everything else you can arrange however works. Thanks, Dev
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Reading to Apply a Diagram

Read the message and use the floor plan to answer the question. Choose the correct location (A–F).

Cedar Hall — Room Set-up (view from above)
ScreenPodiumFRONT (window side on the left)WindowsMain doorsABCDEF
Where does the sender want the registration desk set up?
Passage 5 of 8
Planning a Neighbourhood Block Party: A Simple Guide Summer is the perfect season to bring neighbours together, and a block party is one of the easiest ways to do it. Whether your street has never hosted one or you're reviving a tradition that faded during the pandemic, a little planning goes a long way. Start with your city. Most municipalities require a permit to close a residential street to traffic, even for a few hours. Applications are usually free but must be submitted at least three weeks before the event, so pick a date early. Many cities also ask for proof that residents on the block support the closure, so a simple sign-up sheet passed door to door works well. Once the date is set, form a small planning group rather than doing everything alone. Divide tasks: one person can handle the permit, another can arrange for barricades or cones, and someone else can coordinate a potluck sign-up so food doesn't overlap. A shared online spreadsheet keeps everyone updated and avoids the confusion of group text threads. Think about entertainment for all ages. A folding table with board games, a portable speaker for music, and chalk for the kids to draw on the closed street cost almost nothing but keep people lingering longer. If your budget allows, a rented bouncy castle or a face-painting station is a popular draw for younger children. Don't forget cleanup. Assign two or three volunteers to walk the street afterward, collect recycling, and return borrowed tables or chairs to their owners the same evening. Leaving cleanup until the next day almost always means it doesn't happen. Finally, take photos and share them in a neighbourhood group chat afterward. It builds momentum for making the block party an annual event rather than a one-time gathering.
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Reading for Information

Read the text and answer the question.

According to the article, what is one of the easiest ways to bring neighbours together?
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Reading for Information

Read the text and answer the question.

What does the article say most municipalities require to close a residential street?
18.
Reading for Information

Read the text and answer the question.

Why does the article recommend forming a small planning group instead of one person doing everything?
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Reading for Information

Read the text and answer the question.

Based on the article, what can be inferred about cleanup left until the next day?
Passage 6 of 8
Getting Involved: A Parent's Guide to School Parent Councils Every publicly funded school in Canada has some form of parent council, though the exact name varies by province — School Council, Parent Advisory Council, or Home and School Association. Whatever the label, the purpose is the same: to give parents and guardians a formal voice in how their child's school runs, without stepping into the territory of professional educators. Parent councils are advisory, not managerial. They cannot set the curriculum, hire staff, or overrule a principal's decisions. What they can do is meaningful: recommend how to spend fundraising money, weigh in on the school's improvement plan, organize events like book fairs or multicultural nights, and raise concerns about issues such as playground safety or bus routes. Meetings are typically held monthly, in the evening, and are open to any parent or guardian of a currently enrolled student. Many councils also welcome one or two community representatives and a teacher liaison. Joining is usually simple. Most schools hold elections for executive positions — chair, vice-chair, treasurer, and secretary — at the first meeting in September, but general members do not need to be elected; showing up is enough. There is no requirement to attend every meeting, and councils understand that parents juggle jobs, younger children, and shift work. Some schools now offer virtual attendance for exactly this reason. For parents unsure whether to bother, council veterans point to a few tangible payoffs: an earlier line of communication with the principal, a better sense of what programs the school actually needs funding for, and a chance to shape decisions before they are finalized rather than after. Newsletters, the school's website, or a call to the main office will list the next meeting date and how to add an item to the agenda.
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Reading for Information

Read the text and answer the question.

Which of the following is explicitly listed as something a parent council CANNOT do?
21.
Reading for Information

Read the text and answer the question.

Based on the passage, why do parent council names differ across the country?
22.
Reading for Information

Read the text and answer the question.

What can be inferred about why some schools now offer virtual attendance at council meetings?
23.
Reading for Information

Read the text and answer the question.

What does the passage say a general member must do to join the council, aside from executive positions?
Passage 7 of 8
Winter Driving: Getting Ready Before the Snow Flies Every fall, roads across Canada begin their slow turn from wet leaves to black ice, and drivers who wait too long to prepare often pay for it in the first big storm. Provincial transportation departments recommend switching to winter tires by the time the average daily temperature drops below 7 degrees Celsius, since the rubber in all-season tires stiffens in the cold and grips far less effectively than winter-rated rubber does. In Quebec, winter tires are actually mandatory between December 1 and March 15, and drivers caught without them can face a fine. Beyond tires, a proper winter emergency kit belongs in every trunk. At minimum, this should include a small shovel, sand or kitty litter for traction if a tire gets stuck, a flashlight with spare batteries, a blanket, warm gloves, and a few high-energy snacks. A fully charged phone charger is also worth keeping in the car, since a dead battery during a roadside wait for help can turn a minor inconvenience into a dangerous one. Before setting out on any winter trip, check road conditions through your province's highway hotline or website, since a route that looks clear on a map can be closed by a whiteout an hour later. Once on the road, slow down well before curves and intersections, leave at least twice the following distance you would in summer, and avoid sudden braking, which is a leading cause of skids on icy pavement. If a skid does start, ease off the gas and steer gently in the direction you want the front of the car to go, rather than slamming on the brakes. Finally, always clear snow completely off the roof, hood, and windows before driving. A chunk of snow flying off a moving vehicle can obstruct the view of the driver behind you, and in several provinces it can also result in a ticket.
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Reading for Information

Read the text and answer the question.

Why do all-season tires perform worse than winter tires in cold weather, according to the passage?
Passage 8 of 8
BAYVIEW RINK: SKATE OR SWITCH? Last month, Pine Hollow's recreation committee proposed replacing the outdoor skating rink in Bayview Park with a paved sports court that could be used all year. The rink, built in 1978, is flooded by volunteers every December, but milder winters have cut its season from about ten weeks in the 1990s to barely four weeks last winter. The proposed court would host basketball and pickleball from April to November, and it could still be flooded for skating when temperatures allow, although the committee admits that the ice would be thinner and less reliable than it is today. Supporters, led by committee chair Renata Oduya, argue that a facility used for eight months of the year is a better investment than one used for one. The court is expected to cost $240,000, most of which would be covered by a provincial grant. The town's share, about $40,000, is less than the $55,000 it expects to spend repairing the rink's boards and lights over the next five years. Opponents are not convinced. Stan Kowalczyk, who has helped flood the rink for over twenty years, points out that it is one of the last free winter activities in town, and he worries that families who cannot afford indoor ice time will be left with nothing. Others note that pickleball players can already use the high school gym on weekday evenings, so the court would partly duplicate something the town already offers. A public meeting will be held at the community hall on March 12, and the committee has promised that no decision will be made until residents have been heard.
25.
Reading for Viewpoints

Read the article and answer the question.

According to the article, why has the skating season become shorter?
26.
Reading for Viewpoints

Read the article and answer the question.

Why does Renata Oduya consider the court a better investment?
27.
Reading for Viewpoints

Read the article and answer the question.

Which statement about the costs is correct?
28.
Reading for Viewpoints

Read the article and answer the question.

What is Stan Kowalczyk mainly worried about?
29.
Reading for Viewpoints

Read the article and answer the question.

What point do some other opponents make?
30.
Reading for Viewpoints

Read a comment posted in response to the article. Choose the best option from each menu to complete the comment.

Comment from J. Mercier: I learned to skate at Bayview, so I understand why people are upset. But the numbers are hard to argue with: last winter we got barely weeks of skating. Because a provincial would pay for most of the court, the town's share is actually smaller than the cost of the old rink. I also think Mr. Kowalczyk's concern can be partly answered, since the new surface can still be for skating when it's cold enough. Anyone who disagrees should come to the on March 12 and say so.

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3. Writing · 2 tasks, 53 min
CELPIP Writing an Email

Write an email to your building manager reporting a problem in your apartment and requesting that it be fixed. Explain the problem, when it started, and how it affects you.

0 words · aim 150–200
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CELPIP Responding to Survey Questions

Your city council is asking residents for feedback on an empty lot on Birch Street: should it become a community garden, or a small public playground? Choose one option and explain your reasons, including an example.

0 words · aim 150–200
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4. Speaking · 8 tasks, 15 min
CELPIP Speaking is scored by trained human raters, so the mock doesn’t score it. For each task, take the prep time, record your answer below and play it back against the descriptors in ourCELPIP score decoder. Want feedback? After the mock, repeat any task in the CELPIP Speaking lab for free AI feedback on your pronunciation and content (it stays off inside the timed mock).
🎙️ Record your answer — Task 1: Giving Advice30s prep · 90s to speak

A cousin is moving to your city next month and has asked where they should look for an apartment. Give them advice about choosing a neighbourhood and what to watch out for when renting.

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🎙️ Record your answer — Task 2: Talking about a Personal Experience30s prep · 60s to speak

Talk about a time you learned something new that turned out to be useful. What was it, how did you learn it, and why did it matter to you?

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🎙️ Record your answer — Task 3: Describing a Scene30s prep · 60s to speak

Imagine a busy farmers’ market on a Saturday morning: stalls of fruit and vegetables, a musician playing, families walking through. Describe what you see, hear, and what people are doing.

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🎙️ Record your answer — Task 4: Making Predictions30s prep · 60s to speak

Look at the same market scene. One stall owner has just started packing up early while dark clouds gather overhead. Predict what will happen next and explain why.

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🎙️ Record your answer — Task 5: Comparing and Persuading60s prep · 60s to speak

Your community centre can fund only one of two options: longer evening hours, or new weekend programs for children. Choose one, compare it with the other, and persuade the committee to fund your choice.

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🎙️ Record your answer — Task 6: Dealing with a Difficult Situation60s prep · 90s to speak

You booked a hotel room for a family trip, but on arrival you are told your room type is unavailable and only a smaller, more expensive room is left. Speak to the front-desk manager and explain what you would like them to do.

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🎙️ Record your answer — Task 7: Expressing Opinions30s prep · 90s to speak

Some people think students should take a year off to work or travel before starting university; others think they should go straight from school. Give your opinion and explain your reasons.

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🎙️ Record your answer — Task 8: Describing an Unusual Situation30s prep · 60s to speak

You are video-calling a friend to describe something strange you saw on your street this morning that you cannot fully explain. Describe what you saw so your friend can picture it.

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After the mock: turn your weakest component into your next week

  1. Find your lowest component. IRCC uses each skill separately, so the lowest one decides your CLB — that is the one to train first.
  2. Listening or Reading low? Drill the weakest part on its own: Listening parts · Reading parts.
  3. Writing? Redo a task in Writing practice and ask for the optional AI analysis, then compare with the Task 1 samples.
  4. Speaking? Repeat tasks in the Speaking lab with free AI feedback, up to 5 checks a day.
  5. Sit the mock again in a week and compare the same component — progress on your lowest skill is what moves your CLB.