CELPIP reading practice test (with answer)
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CELPIP Reading Practice Test
The CELPIP Reading test evaluates your ability to understand and analyze various types of texts in everyday situations. To help you prepare effectively, we’ve created practice materials similar to the official CELPIP format, complete with sample answers and explanations provided by our professional CELPIP teacher.
Here’s a step by step guideline to practice your CELPIP writing:
- Understand the Test Structure
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Read the Questions First – Highlight keywords to focus your reading.
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Practice Timed Sessions – Allocate no more than 2 minutes per question.
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Review Sample Answers – Compare your responses to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Pair this with our CELPIP Writing Samples to strengthen both skills simultaneously!
Table of Contents
ToggleUnderstanding the CELPIP Reading Test Scoring Criteria
The Reading section evaluates your ability to comprehend written materials, including articles, advertisements, and other texts.
CELPIP Level |
Reading Score (out of 38) |
CLB 10 |
33-38 |
CLB 9 |
31-33 |
CLB 8 |
28-31 |
CLB 7 |
24-28 |
CLB 6 |
19-25 |
CLB 5 |
15-20 |
CLB 4 |
10-16 |
CLB 3 |
8-11 |
CELPIP Reading Practice Test: Task A
Reading Passage
Canada’s national parks protect some of the country’s most spectacular natural areas. Banff National Park in Alberta was established in 1885 as Canada’s first national park. It features stunning mountain landscapes and turquoise lakes. On the east coast, Gros Morne National Park in Newfoundland showcases dramatic fjords and geological wonders. Pacific Rim National Park in British Columbia offers long sandy beaches and old-growth rainforests.
Question
Which national park has fjords?
Answer Options:
- a) Banff National Park
- b) Gros Morne National Park
- c) Pacific Rim National Park
- d) None of the above
Correct Answer with Explanation
b) Gros Morne National Park
Explanation: The passage states that Gros Morne National Park “showcases dramatic fjords and geological wonders,” making option b the correct choice.
CELPIP Reading Practice Test: Task B
Email Message
Dear Alex,
I hope this email finds you well! I’m writing with some exciting news – after months of searching, I’ve finally found the perfect location for our new café. It’s a charming space right in the heart of Gastown with exposed brick walls and large windows. The landlord is offering a great deal since the building needs some renovations, but I think it’s worth the effort.
As you know, my cousin Liam is an architect who specializes in heritage buildings. He’s agreed to help us redesign the space at a family discount! His only condition is that we preserve the original 19th-century features. He suggested we visit next Thursday afternoon to take measurements – could you join us? I know you’re busy with your bakery deliveries in the mornings, but maybe we could meet at 2pm?
On another note, my sister Naomi is moving back from France next month. She’s offered to be our pastry chef (remember those amazing croissants she made last Christmas?). The only catch is she’ll need August off to finalize her move. I think it’s a fair trade for having a real French-trained baker on staff!
Let me know about Thursday and what you think of the location. I’ve attached some photos.
Cheers,
Jamie
Questions:
- The new café location needs ▾
a) more customers
b) renovations
c) better lighting
d) a new owner - Liam is Jamie’s ▾
a) business partner
b) cousin
c) landlord
d) chef - Liam wants to preserve the building’s ▾
a) modern furniture
b) 19th-century features
c) large kitchen
d) outdoor patio - Alex currently works as a ▾
a) barista
b) baker
c) delivery driver
d) architect - Naomi learned to bake in ▾
a) Italy
b) France
c) Canada
d) Japan - Naomi will be unavailable in ▾
a) July
b) August
c) September
d) October
Correct Answer with Explanation
Correct Answer: b) renovations
Explanation: The email states the building “needs some renovations” but is otherwise a great deal.
Correct Answer: b) cousin
Explanation: Jamie explicitly mentions “my cousin Liam” in the email.
Correct Answer: b) 19th-century features
Explanation: Liam’s condition is to preserve “the original 19th-century features.”
Correct Answer: c) delivery driver
Explanation: Jamie references Alex’s “bakery deliveries in the mornings.”
Correct Answer: b) France
Explanation: The email notes Naomi is “moving back from France” and made croissants there.
Correct Answer: b) August
Explanation: Jamie states Naomi “will need August off to finalize her move.”
CELPIP Reading Practice Test: Task C
Response Completion
Hi Jamie,
The space looks fantastic! I can definitely meet you and Liam on 7. ▾ at 2pm. The heritage details are beautiful – we should highlight them in our 8. ▾.
Naomi joining us is incredible news! Her 9. ▾ will give our café an authentic French touch. About August: we could hire a 10. ▾ just for that month.
For equipment, should we order the 11. ▾ now or wait until after the renovations?
Excited to get started!
Alex
Response Completion Options:
- ▾
a) Monday
b) Tuesday
c) Thursday
d) Saturday - ▾
a) menu
b) advertising
c) design
d) staff uniforms - ▾
a) coffee recipes
b) management skills
c) pastries
d) interior design ideas - ▾
a) full-time employee
b) temp worker
c) family member
d) consultant - ▾
a) espresso machine
b) refrigerator
c) tables
d) decorations
Correct Answer with Explanation
Correct Answer: c) Thursday
Explanation: In the original email, Jamie specifically suggests meeting “next Thursday afternoon.”
Correct Answer: c) design
Explanation: The “heritage details” (19th-century features) would logically be part of the café’s design, not menu or advertising.
Correct Answer: c) pastries
Explanation: Naomi is a pastry chef (mentioned in the email), and French pastries align with an “authentic French touch.”
Correct Answer: b) temp worker
Explanation: A temporary worker (temp) is the logical choice for short-term coverage during Naomi’s August absence.
Correct Answer: a) espresso machine
Explanation: An espresso machine is essential café equipment. Other options (tables, decorations) are less urgent.
CELPIP Reading Practice Test: Task D
Reading to Apply a Diagram

The Mountain Express Train
- Panoramic mountain views
- Complimentary snacks
Spacious seating with work tables
Price: $220 return ticket
Duration: 3 hours

Whistler Direct Bus
- No food service
- Limited legroom
- Non-stop service only
Price: $85 return ticket
Duration: 2.5 hours

Pacific Seaplane
- Breathtaking aerial views
- 15kg baggage limit
- Arrives at Whistler Lake
Price: $310 one way
Duration: 35 minutes

Shared Ride Shuttle
- Door-to-door service
- Stops at 3 locations
Flexible departure times
Price: $150 per person
Duration: 2 hours
Email Message:
Hi Michael,
I’ve been researching our trip options for next weekend. The bus is definitely the 1. ▾ option with its cramped seats and no amenities. The train looks appealing since it has 2. ▾ where we could play cards during the ride. However, the 3. ▾ is quite steep compared to other choices.
The seaplane would be spectacular but has strict 4. ▾ which might be problematic for our ski gear. I’m leaning toward the 5. ▾ as it’s reasonably priced and convenient.
What do you think? We should decide soon since it’s peak season!
Cheers,
Sarah
Answer Options:
For blanks 1-5:
- a) most comfortable
b) least comfortable
c) fastest
d) most scenic - a) entertainment systems
b) work tables
c) sleeping cabins
d) dining cars - a) duration
b) price
c) route
d) schedule - a) seating capacity
b) baggage restrictions
c) weather requirements
d) boarding procedures - a) train
b) bus
c) seaplane
d) shuttle
Correct Answer with Explanation
(b) least comfortable
The email mentions the bus has “cramped seats and no amenities,” matching the description of being the least comfortable option.
(b) work tables
The train description lists “spacious seating with work tables,” which would be suitable for playing cards during the ride.
(b) price
The train costs $220, $85 for the bus and $150 for the shuttle, making its price “quite steep” as Sarah mentions.
(b) baggage restrictions
The seaplane has a “15kg baggage limit” which would be problematic for ski gear, making baggage restrictions the correct choice.
(d) shuttle
Sarah describes her preferred option as “reasonably priced and convenient,” matching the shuttle’s $150 price and door-to-door service.
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