CLB CLB Benchmarks & Proficiency Levels

Question 1

How many benchmark levels does the CLB scale contain?

Accepted Answer

12

Answer

The CLB scale contains 12 benchmark levels that describe English language proficiency from absolute beginner to near-native ability.

Question 2

The CLB scale is divided into three broad stages. Which option correctly identifies these stages?

Accepted Answer

Basic, Intermediate, Advanced

Answer

The CLB divides its 12 levels into three stages: Basic (CLB 1–4), Intermediate (CLB 5–8), and Advanced (CLB 9–12).

Question 3

Which CLB levels correspond to the 'Basic' stage of proficiency?

Accepted Answer

CLB 1–4

Answer

CLB levels 1 through 4 make up the Basic stage, representing beginner-level English proficiency.

Question 4

The CLB was developed primarily to assess the language proficiency of which population?

Accepted Answer

Adult immigrants and international students in Canada

Answer

The CLB was specifically developed to assess the English language proficiency of adult immigrants and international students in Canada.

Question 5

Which four language skill areas does the CLB assess?

Accepted Answer

Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening

Answer

The CLB assesses the four core language skills: Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening.

(CLB) Canadian Language Benchmarks Practice Test