CELPIP Understanding CLB Score Descriptors Questions and Answers

Question 1

A test-taker achieves a CLB Level 9 in Reading. According to the CLB descriptors, which of the following tasks are they most likely able to perform?

Accepted Answer

Understand complex, lengthy texts on unfamiliar topics and recognize a writer's bias or attitude.

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Understand the main ideas of simple, short texts on familiar topics.

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Locate specific details in moderately complex texts with the help of a dictionary.

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Identify basic sight words and simple phrases in signs or short instructions.

Question 2

In a CELPIP Speaking task, a test-taker is able to provide detailed explanations on familiar topics and participate in routine workplace discussions. However, they make some grammatical errors and often hesitate when discussing abstract or complex subjects. This performance most closely aligns with the descriptors for which CLB level?

Accepted Answer

CLB 7 (Adequate Intermediate)

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CLB 10 (Developing Advanced)

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CLB 5 (Acquiring Intermediate)

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CLB 3 (Early Intermediate)

Question 3

Which of the following statements best describes a key distinction between the Writing descriptors for CLB Level 7 and CLB Level 8?

Accepted Answer

A CLB 7 writer produces text with adequate control of grammar, while a CLB 8 writer demonstrates good control with only minor errors.

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At CLB 7, a writer can complete simple forms, while at CLB 8, they can write multi-paragraph reports.

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There is no significant difference in the grammar expectations between CLB 7 and CLB 8.

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A CLB 7 writer can only produce short, simple sentences, while a CLB 8 writer can use complex sentence structures.

Question 4

A test-taker is listening to a short news report about a local community event. They can understand the main ideas and some supporting details but have difficulty understanding everything, especially when the language is complex or spoken quickly. They sometimes need the speaker to repeat information. This listener's ability is most consistent with which CLB Level?

Accepted Answer

CLB 5

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CLB 8

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CLB 3

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CLB 9

Question 5

According to the 'Can-Do Statements' for the Canadian Language Benchmarks, a speaker at CLB Level 4 is generally able to perform which of the following tasks?

Accepted Answer

Express opinions and describe simple situations or personal experiences.

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Present information on complex and abstract topics with confidence.

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Give a detailed presentation to persuade an audience.

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Communicate comfortably in demanding or challenging work situations.

Question 6

Which of the following abilities is a key descriptor for achieving CLB Level 9 or higher in Speaking?

Accepted Answer

The ability to adapt speech style and register for a wide range of audiences and formal situations.

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The ability to ask and answer simple questions about personal information.

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The ability to communicate basic needs using short, rehearsed phrases.

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The ability to describe a simple sequence of events with some grammatical errors.