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CELPIP Writing Task 2
Survey Response

Choose between two practical options, build a clear position, and see how your response performs across the four public CELPIP Writing criteria.

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Task 2 · Responding to Survey Questions 26 minutes

Longer evening hours or a quiet study room?

Your neighbourhood library has funding for one improvement next year. Some residents want more access after work, while others say the open study area is too noisy. The library has asked residents to choose one option.

Choose the option that you prefer. Why do you prefer your choice? Explain the reasons for your choice.

Option AKeep the library open until 9 p.m. on three weekdays.
Option BConvert an underused meeting room into a bookable quiet study room.

Write about 150–200 words. Do not use email format.

Your survey response 26:00
0 words Target: 150–200

The timer starts when you begin typing. Write at least 10 words to request feedback. One free AI grade is available per IP address every 24 hours.

150–200 wordsrecommended response length
26 minutesapproximate Task 2 time
1 AI gradeshared per IP address every 24 hours
Kate Feng

Original task byKate FengLanguage Education Specialist

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What this preview tests

A strong survey response chooses, explains, and compares.

Writing Task 2 tests whether you can take a clear position, develop it with relevant reasons and examples, and show why it is preferable to the alternative.

1

Choose early

State the preferred option in the opening so every paragraph has a clear direction.

2

Develop two reasons

Explain who benefits, how the change would work, and what practical problem it solves.

3

Compare fairly

Acknowledge the other option, then explain why your choice better fits the library's current need.

A practical Task 2 method

Position first. Two reasons. One useful comparison.

  1. Make a quick choice.Select the option you can support with the most specific users, consequences, and examples.
  2. Build one paragraph per reason.Start each body paragraph with a reason, then add a realistic example or result instead of repeating the option.
  3. Test the comparison.Explain one limitation of the alternative without dismissing it, then return to why your option should come first.
Current format, checked August 2026

Original PrepEx content, current CELPIP structure.

The survey situation and choices are original. Format and criterion facts are checked against current public CELPIP materials, and the complete response is graded in memory without creating a learner submission or progress record.

Full Task 2 structure

Writing Task 2 asks you to choose between two survey options and explain your preference in about 150–200 words. It is not an email. Read the official study pack.

Task 2 timing

The current format provides approximately 26 minutes. This preview starts its timer on your first typed word and keeps both options visible.

Preview grading

PrepEx reviews Content / Coherence, Vocabulary, Readability, and Task Fulfillment. Feedback is a practice estimate, not an official CELPIP score, and no Practice Hub allowance or account credit is used.

Quick answers

CELPIP Writing Task 2 FAQ

What is CELPIP Writing Task 2?

CELPIP Writing Task 2 is Responding to Survey Questions. Test takers choose between two options, explain their preference in about 150 to 200 words, and have approximately 26 minutes.

Is this a complete CELPIP Writing Task 2 prompt?

Yes. This preview provides one complete original survey situation, two choices, a 26-minute timer, and a 150 to 200 word target.

Should a CELPIP survey response use email format?

No. State the option you prefer, develop your reasons, and compare it with the alternative without adding an email greeting or sign-off.

How does PrepEx grade this survey response?

PrepEx reviews the complete response across Content and Coherence, Vocabulary, Readability, and Task Fulfillment, then returns a bounded practice estimate and next steps.

How many free CELPIP Writing grades can I get?

The CELPIP acquisition previews share one free AI grade per IP address every 24 hours. The server enforces the limit across both Writing tasks.

Does the feedback include sample responses?

Yes. After a successful grade, the Sample Responses tab shows reviewed developing, competent, and advanced responses to the same prompt for comparison.

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