CLBA CLBA - Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment Grammar and Vocabulary in Context Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

In CLBA oral tasks, which modal verb best expresses a polite suggestion?

Accepted Answer

You should call the office.

Answer

'Should' conveys a polite recommendation without the obligation implied by 'must.'

Question 2

Which sentence correctly uses the present perfect tense in a CLBA context?

Accepted Answer

I have lived in Canada for five years.

Answer

'For' is used with a duration of time, while 'since' is used with a specific starting point.

Question 3

A CLB 5 candidate is asked to describe a graph. Which phrase is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

The data shows a significant increase in sales.

Answer

Formal, descriptive language with specific nouns and precise vocabulary is expected at CLB 5 and above.

Question 4

Which relative clause is grammatically correct for a CLBA writing task?

Accepted Answer

The employee who called is waiting.

Answer

'Who' is the correct relative pronoun for referring to people as the subject of a relative clause.

Question 5

Which vocabulary word best fits the blank in a formal CLBA letter: 'We regret to __ that your application was unsuccessful'?

Accepted Answer

inform

Answer

'Inform' is the formal register equivalent of 'tell' and is standard in professional correspondence.

CLBA - Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment Practice Test