CELPIP Reading Practice Test 11 — All 4 Parts With Passages & Answers

Free CELPIP Reading practice test 11: Reading Correspondence, Applying a Diagram, Reading for Information and Viewpoints — full passages, 38 questions and the answer key.

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CELPIP Reading practice test in the official four-part order: 38 questions across correspondence, applying a diagram, reading for information and viewpoints.

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Part 1 — Reading Correspondence

Dear Priya,

Thank you for reserving the Pineview Cabin at Blackwood Mountain Resort for your stay from February 14th to February 18th. We are pleased to confirm your booking.

The cabin sleeps up to six guests and includes a full kitchen and fireplace. Check-in is at 3:00 PM on February 14th, and check-out is at 11:00 AM on February 18th. Your reservation comes with lift tickets for four people; additional guests can buy passes at the base lodge.

Equipment rental is not included — ski and snowboard rentals are $30 per day from our on-site shop. A $200 deposit was paid on January 5th, and the remaining balance of $400 is due by February 1st.

Please note we offer a heated boot room so you can dry gear each evening. We look forward to hosting you!

Best regards,
Daniel Cross
Guest Services, Blackwood Mountain Resort

Questions on the message

1. What is the main purpose of this email?

  1. To cancel a booking
  2. To confirm a cabin reservation
  3. To sell equipment
  4. To advertise the resort
Answer: B

Why: Daniel confirms Priya's cabin booking.

2. Which cabin has Priya booked?

  1. Aspen
  2. Cedar
  3. Pineview
  4. Birch
Answer: C

Why: The email names the Pineview Cabin.

3. What time is check-in on February 14th?

  1. 11:00 AM
  2. 3:00 PM
  3. 5:00 PM
  4. 9:00 AM
Answer: B

Why: Check-in is at 3:00 PM.

4. For how many people are lift tickets included?

  1. Two
  2. Four
  3. Six
  4. Eight
Answer: B

Why: Tickets are included for four people.

5. When was the deposit paid?

  1. January 5th
  2. February 1st
  3. February 14th
  4. January 20th
Answer: A

Why: The $200 deposit was paid January 5th.

6. What is the daily equipment rental cost?

  1. $20
  2. $25
  3. $30
  4. $40
Answer: C

Why: Rentals are $30 per day.

The reply — choose the best option for each gap

Hi Daniel,

Thanks for confirming the {BLANK_1} Cabin at Blackwood Mountain — we're counting down the days! A few notes: you said check-in is at {BLANK_2} on February 14th, which gives us time to settle in. We'll need rentals from your on-site shop at {BLANK_3} per day. Our $200 deposit was paid on {BLANK_4}, and I'll send the $400 balance before February 1st. We're also glad to use the heated {BLANK_5} each evening.

See you soon,
Priya

7. Blank 1 — choose the option that fits the passage

  1. Cedar
  2. Pineview
  3. Birch
  4. Aspen
Answer: B

Why: Passage A names the Pineview Cabin.

8. Blank 2 — choose the option that fits the passage

  1. 3:00 PM
  2. 11:00 AM
  3. 9:00 AM
  4. 5:00 PM
Answer: A

Why: Passage A states check-in at 3:00 PM.

9. Blank 3 — choose the option that fits the passage

  1. $40
  2. $30
  3. $25
  4. $20
Answer: B

Why: Passage A gives the $30 daily rental rate.

10. Blank 4 — choose the option that fits the passage

  1. February 14th
  2. February 1st
  3. January 20th
  4. January 5th
Answer: D

Why: Passage A records the deposit paid January 5th.

11. Blank 5 — choose the option that fits the passage

  1. lobby
  2. fireplace
  3. kitchen
  4. boot room
Answer: D

Why: Passage A mentions the heated boot room.

Part 2 — Reading to Apply a Diagram

The table below lists weekly group classes at Riverside Fitness. The 'Level' column shows how strenuous the class is, and 'Fee' is the single drop-in price.


Members can attend any 'All' level class without prior experience, while 'Intense' classes are recommended for regular exercisers only.

ClassDayTimeLevelFee
Yoga FlowMon6:00 PMAll$12
Spin CycleTue7:00 AMIntense$15
AquafitWed10:00 AMGentle$10
BootcampThu6:30 PMIntense$15
PilatesFri9:00 AMAll$12
ZumbaSat11:00 AMAll$10

Questions

1. Which class meets on Wednesday at 10:00 AM?

  1. Aquafit
  2. Bootcamp
  3. Yoga Flow
  4. Spin Cycle
Answer: A

Why: Aquafit is Wednesday at 10:00 AM.

2. What is the drop-in fee for Spin Cycle?

  1. $20
  2. $15
  3. $10
  4. $12
Answer: B

Why: Spin Cycle costs $15.

3. Which class is rated 'Gentle'?

  1. Pilates
  2. Yoga Flow
  3. Aquafit
  4. Bootcamp
Answer: C

Why: Aquafit is the Gentle-level class.

4. How many classes are labelled 'Intense'?

  1. Three
  2. One
  3. Four
  4. Two
Answer: D

Why: Spin Cycle and Bootcamp are Intense.

5. Which class starts earliest in the day?

  1. Spin Cycle
  2. Yoga Flow
  3. Aquafit
  4. Pilates
Answer: A

Why: Spin Cycle begins at 7:00 AM.

6. On which day does Pilates meet?

  1. Tuesday
  2. Friday
  3. Monday
  4. Wednesday
Answer: B

Why: Pilates is on Friday.

7. Which class shares the $15 fee with Bootcamp?

  1. Yoga Flow
  2. Aquafit
  3. Spin Cycle
  4. Pilates
Answer: C

Why: Both Spin Cycle and Bootcamp cost $15.

8. Which 'All' level class meets on Saturday?

  1. Pilates
  2. Yoga Flow
  3. Aquafit
  4. Zumba
Answer: D

Why: Zumba is All level on Saturday.

Part 3 — Reading for Information

A Wind power is among the oldest forms of energy used by people, with sailing ships and windmills dating back thousands of years. The modern wind turbine, however, is a recent invention, emerging in the 1980s as engineers learned to generate electricity efficiently at utility scale. Today, wind farms span ridgelines, plains, and shallow coastal waters, and global installed capacity has grown more than forty-fold since 2000 as countries seek alternatives to fossil fuels.
B A modern wind turbine works by converting the kinetic energy of moving air into electricity. Wind pushes against blades, usually three of them, mounted on a hub at the top of a tall tower. The spinning blades turn a shaft that drives a generator, producing current without burning any fuel. Sensors and computers constantly adjust the blade angle to capture the most energy and to shut the turbine down safely during very high winds.
C Wind energy offers several clear advantages. Because it does not require fuel, its running cost is near zero once a turbine is built, and it emits no greenhouse gases during operation. Wind farms can also provide steady income to rural landowners who lease their land. In many regions, wind is now among the cheapest sources of new electricity, and the industry supports manufacturing and maintenance jobs in areas that previously had few.
D Despite its benefits, wind power faces real challenges. The wind does not blow constantly, so turbines produce variable output that must be balanced with storage or other plants. Large turbines can harm birds and bats if sited poorly, and some residents object to the noise and the visual change to landscapes. Because the best wind resources are often far from cities, expensive new transmission lines are usually needed to deliver the power where it is used.

Match each statement to the correct paragraph

1. Modern wind turbines began appearing in the 1980s.

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
  5. E. E
Answer: A

Why: Paragraph A dates the modern turbine to the 1980s.

2. Spinning blades turn a shaft connected to a generator.

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
  5. E. E
Answer: B

Why: Paragraph B explains the mechanical process.

3. Wind power emits no greenhouse gases while operating.

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
  5. E. E
Answer: C

Why: Paragraph C notes zero operational emissions.

4. Poorly placed turbines can harm birds and bats.

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
  5. E. E
Answer: D

Why: Paragraph D raises the wildlife concern.

5. Wind turbines can store electricity on calm, windless days by themselves.

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
  5. E. E
Answer: E

Why: Not stated; the passage says storage must come from elsewhere.

6. In many regions wind is now among the cheapest new electricity sources.

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
  5. E. E
Answer: C

Why: Paragraph C makes this claim.

7. Most turbines have three blades on a hub.

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
  5. E. E
Answer: B

Why: Paragraph B describes the three blades.

8. Rural landowners can earn lease income from wind farms.

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
  5. E. E
Answer: C

Why: Paragraph C mentions lease income.

9. Wind power has already replaced coal completely in most countries.

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
  5. E. E
Answer: E

Why: Not stated; the passage never claims this.

Part 4 — Reading for Viewpoints

A school district is considering a four-day school week. Dr. Helen Brooks, the superintendent, argues in favour. She says the shorter week saves bus transportation costs and improves teacher retention, and that students return more rested and focused after the longer weekend.

Mr. Sam Whitfield, a parent and school trustee, disagrees. He worries that the fifth weekday off creates a childcare problem for working parents, and that fewer classroom hours will hurt students' test scores. He argues the district should pilot changes carefully rather than switch abruptly.

Questions on the article

1. Helen Brooks supports the four-day week because…

  1. it saves bus costs and aids teacher retention
  2. it raises test scores
  3. it reduces class size
  4. it adds school days
Answer: A

Why: She cites transport savings and retention.

2. What benefit does Helen claim for students?

  1. They are more rested
  2. They earn higher pay
  3. They get less homework
  4. They receive free lunch
Answer: A

Why: She says students return more rested.

3. Sam Whitfield's concern about the off day is…

  1. too many holidays
  2. childcare for working parents
  3. a longer commute
  4. fewer teachers
Answer: B

Why: He raises the childcare problem.

4. What does Sam fear reduced hours will hurt?

  1. Attendance
  2. Test scores
  3. Sports
  4. Enrollment
Answer: B

Why: He worries about test scores.

5. Who is Sam Whitfield?

  1. The superintendent
  2. A parent and trustee
  3. A teacher
  4. A student
Answer: B

Why: The passage identifies him as a parent and trustee.

A reader responds — complete the comment

I'm with {BLANK_1} here. The {BLANK_2} argument about teacher retention sounds nice, but the off-day childcare problem is serious for families like mine. {BLANK_3} is right that less class time could dent {BLANK_4}, and not every parent can stay home midweek. A cautious, {BLANK_5} rollout with community childcare would be wiser than a sudden switch.

6. Blank 1 — choose the option that fits the passage

  1. Brooks
  2. Whitfield
  3. the mayor
  4. the principal
Answer: B

Why: The commenter sides with Sam Whitfield's cautious view from Passage A.

7. Blank 2 — choose the option that fits the passage

  1. the driver
  2. Whitfield
  3. Brooks
  4. the student
Answer: C

Why: Helen Brooks argued teacher retention in Passage A.

8. Blank 3 — choose the option that fits the passage

  1. the governor
  2. the teacher
  3. Brooks
  4. Whitfield
Answer: D

Why: Whitfield raised the concern about less class time in Passage A.

9. Blank 4 — choose the option that fits the passage

  1. test scores
  2. budgets
  3. attendance
  4. morale
Answer: A

Why: Whitfield feared harm to test scores in Passage A.

10. Blank 5 — choose the option that fits the passage

  1. permanent
  2. cancelled
  3. immediate
  4. gradual
Answer: D

Why: The 'cautious' gradual rollout matches Whitfield's pilot proposal in Passage A.

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