CELPIP Writing Tasks & Coherent Expression 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: On which CELPIP component are the Writing tasks scored?
- A pass/fail basis
- A 12-level scale (M, 1-12) (Correct answer)
- A percentage out of 100
- A band of A-F
Correct answer: A 12-level scale (M, 1-12)
CELPIP reports each skill on a 12-level scale from M up to 12.
Question 2: Which transition word best signals adding a supporting idea?
- However
- Furthermore (Correct answer)
- Nevertheless
- Otherwise
Correct answer: Furthermore
"Furthermore" adds and reinforces a point, aiding cohesion.
Question 3: Which transition best introduces a contrasting idea?
- Therefore
- In addition
- On the other hand (Correct answer)
- As a result
Correct answer: On the other hand
"On the other hand" signals contrast between two ideas.
Question 4: In the email task, why should you address every bullet point in the prompt?
- To use more words
- To fully meet the task requirements and score well on content (Correct answer)
- To impress with vocabulary
- It is optional
Correct answer: To fully meet the task requirements and score well on content
Covering all bullet points ensures the content requirement is fully met.
Question 5: What writing style does CELPIP recommend over long, complex sentences?
- Run-on sentences
- Clear, controlled sentences with varied structure (Correct answer)
- All one-word sentences
- Sentences with no verbs
Correct answer: Clear, controlled sentences with varied structure
Clear, varied sentences improve readability and earn higher scores than risky long ones.
Question 6: What is the best way to organize a survey response (Task 2)?
- One long unbroken paragraph
- Introduction stating choice, body with reasons, brief conclusion (Correct answer)
- Random list of words
- Only a conclusion
Correct answer: Introduction stating choice, body with reasons, brief conclusion
A clear intro-body-conclusion structure shows strong organization.
Question 7: Which is a sign of weak cohesion in a response?
- Logical paragraph breaks
- Abrupt jumps between unrelated ideas (Correct answer)
- Use of linking words
- Consistent verb tense
Correct answer: Abrupt jumps between unrelated ideas
Sudden, unconnected idea shifts break cohesion.
CELPIP Writing Tasks & Coherent Expression 3
On which CELPIP component are the Writing tasks scored?