CELPIP 7–9 August 2026 Prediction

 CELPIP 7–9 August 2026 Prediction Revision Booklet

Chapter 1 – Listening

> Prediction Pattern

Part 1: Conversations (8 Questions)

Part 2: Conversations (5 Questions)

Part 3: Information (6 Questions)

Part 4: News Item (5 Questions)

Part 5: Discussion (8 Questions)

Part 6: Viewpoints (6 Questions)

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PART 1 – Conversations

Question Types

Purpose

Next Step

Location

Time / Date

Specific Detail

Number

Reference Word

Speaker's Intention

High Probability Topics (7–9 August)

Doctor's appointment

Restaurant reservation

Bank enquiry

Apartment maintenance

Gym membership

Courier/package delivery

Library registration

Flight booking

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CLB 12 Formula

Read Questions → Predict Answer → Underline Keywords → Listen for Synonyms → Ignore Distractors → Choose Final Answer

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Strategy

✔ Read all questions first.

✔ Predict whether the answer is:

Number

Place

Time

Person

Reason

✔ Listen until both speakers finish.

✔ The last decision is usually correct.

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Examiner Traps

❌ Similar numbers

❌ Similar dates

❌ Speaker corrections

❌ Changing plans

❌ Similar sounding words

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Common Vocabulary

reservation

membership

appointment

deposit

confirmation

receipt

registration

delivery

refund

discount

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Common Synonyms

reserve → book

purchase → buy

assist → help

cancel → call off

delay → postpone

collect → pick up

confirm → verify

cheap → affordable

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Mini Practice

Receptionist: How may I help you?

Customer: I'd like to book a dental appointment.

Purpose?

Answer: Book an appointment

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PART 2 – Conversations

Question Types

Problem

Solution

Reason

Speaker's Attitude

Final Decision

Agreement

Future Action

High Probability Topics

Noisy neighbour

Internet outage

Damaged product

Cancelled reservation

Lost wallet

Flight delay

Parking issue

Workplace schedule

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CLB 12 Formula

Read Options → Compare Differences → Listen Completely → Eliminate Distractors → Select Final Decision

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Strategy

Never choose the first solution mentioned.

The speakers usually change their minds.

The final agreement is almost always the answer.

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Examiner Traps

❌ First idea

❌ Half-correct option

❌ Emotional distractions

❌ Similar solutions

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Vocabulary

complaint

replacement

refund

maintenance

schedule

reservation

repair

neighbourhood

insurance

service

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Common Synonyms

problem → issue

repair → fix

delay → postpone

complain → report

refund → money back

replace → exchange

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Mini Practice

A: Let's ask for a refund.

B: Actually, I'd prefer a replacement.

Final decision?

Answer: Replacement

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PART 3 – Information

Question Types

Main Idea

Sequence

Directions

Rules

Facilities

Recommendation

Purpose

Specific Detail

High Probability Topics

Museum tour

University orientation

Community centre

Airport announcement

Library orientation

Science exhibition

Recreation centre

Botanical garden

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CLB 12 Formula

Read Questions → Predict Keywords → Follow Sequence → Match Information → Choose Best Answer

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Strategy

Information follows the same order as the questions.

Underline locations and numbers.

Pay attention to transition words:

First

Next

Finally

Before

Afterwards

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Examiner Traps

❌ Similar locations

❌ Wrong sequence

❌ Numbers

❌ Left vs Right

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Vocabulary

entrance

gallery

facility

registration

orientation

cafeteria

exhibition

auditorium

corridor

parking

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Common Synonyms

begin → start

finish → conclude

close → shut

visit → tour

information → details

recommend → suggest

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Mini Practice

The tour begins in the main lobby before visiting the art gallery.

Where does the tour start?

Answer: Main lobby

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PART 4 – News Item

Question Types

Main Idea

Cause

Result

Numbers

Timeline

Evidence

Facts vs Opinions

High Probability Topics

Environmental project

Health campaign

Scientific discovery

Community award

Road accident

Weather event

Government initiative

Charity programme

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CLB 12 Formula

Read Questions → Listen for Main Idea → Ignore Examples → Find Supporting Details → Select Answer

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Strategy

Focus on:

✔ Who

✔ What

✔ When

✔ Why

✔ Result

Ignore unnecessary examples.

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Examiner Traps

❌ Statistics

❌ Similar dates

❌ Multiple locations

❌ Supporting examples

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Vocabulary

initiative

campaign

research

volunteer

community

wildlife

conservation

discovery

environment

funding

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Common Synonyms

announce → reveal

increase → rise

reduce → decrease

support → assist

launch → introduce

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Mini Practice

The city planted over 5,000 trees to improve air quality.

Main purpose?

Answer: Improve air quality

PART 5 – Discussion

Question Types

Main Opinion

Agreement

Comparison

Supporting Reason

Recommendation

Conclusion

Inference

Speaker's Attitude

High Probability Topics

Remote work vs Office work

AI in education

Public transportation improvements

Renewable energy

Healthy lifestyle programs

Four-day workweek

Online shopping vs Local stores

Cashless payments

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CLB 12 Formula

Read Questions → Identify Each Speaker → Compare Opinions → Listen for Agreement/Disagreement → Choose Final Answer

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Strategy

✔ Identify Speaker A and Speaker B.

✔ Write one keyword for each opinion.

✔ Listen for:

However

On the other hand

I agree

That's true

Actually

These usually indicate the correct answer.

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Examiner Traps

❌ Choosing the first opinion

❌ Mixing speakers

❌ Missing the conclusion

❌ Similar reasons

❌ Personal opinion instead of speaker's opinion

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Common Vocabulary

renewable energy

productivity

technology

automation

flexibility

convenience

efficiency

environment

transportation

healthcare

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Common Synonyms

opinion → viewpoint

benefit → advantage

problem → drawback

recommend → suggest

support → favour

oppose → disagree

improve → enhance

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Mini Practice

Speaker A: Working from home saves commuting time.

Speaker B: That's true, but office work improves teamwork.

Which advantage does Speaker B mention?

Answer: Better teamwork

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PART 6 – Viewpoints

Question Types

Speaker A vs Speaker B

Strongest Argument

Agreement

Attitude

Inference

Recommendation

Overall Opinion

Supporting Evidence

High Probability Topics

Online vs Classroom learning

Public vs Private healthcare

Tourism development

Social media regulation

Artificial intelligence

Working from home

Climate change

Electric vehicles

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CLB 12 Formula

Identify Both Speakers → Compare Main Ideas → Ignore Minor Details → Select Best Supported Answer

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Strategy

✔ Focus on differences.

✔ Don't confuse examples with opinions.

✔ The strongest reason usually answers the question.

✔ Watch for conclusion words:

Therefore

Overall

Finally

In conclusion

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Examiner Traps

❌ Confusing examples with opinions

❌ Selecting partially correct answers

❌ Missing comparison words

❌ Mixing Speaker A and Speaker B

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Common Vocabulary

artificial intelligence

privacy

regulation

innovation

employment

automation

economy

environment

consumer

investment

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Common Synonyms

argue → claim

believe → think

support → back

oppose → reject

important → essential

solution → approach

improve → strengthen

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Mini Practice

Speaker A: AI increases workplace efficiency.

Speaker B: It also reduces some job opportunities.

What is Speaker B mainly concerned about?

Answer: Job loss

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High-Frequency Listening Vocabulary

Education

curriculum

assignment

lecture

tutorial

scholarship

graduate

semester

enrolment

qualification

assessment

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Travel

reservation

passport

boarding pass

departure

arrival

luggage

itinerary

terminal

customs

visa

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Workplace

promotion

deadline

schedule

meeting

colleague

manager

department

salary

training

conference

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Health

appointment

diagnosis

treatment

symptom

prescription

nutrition

exercise

well-being

recovery

clinic

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Environment

climate

pollution

recycling

renewable

conservation

wildlife

ecosystem

carbon emissions

sustainability

habitat

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Technology

automation

software

database

innovation

artificial intelligence

device

cybersecurity

digital

application

network

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Final Listening Cheat Sheet

Part Formula

Part 1 Read → Predict → Listen → Ignore Corrections → Choose

Part 2 Compare Options → Listen → Final Decision

Part 3 Follow Sequence → Match Information

Part 4 Main Idea → Cause → Result → Evidence

Part 5 Speaker A vs B → Compare → Agreement → Conclusion

Part 6 Compare Opinions → Strongest Reason → Final View

Last-Minute Tips

Read every question before the recording starts.

Underline keywords and predict the answer type.

Listen for synonyms, not repeated words.

Do not choose the first option you hear.

Pay attention to corrections and final decisions.

Check spelling if an answer must be typed.

Stay focused until the recording ends, as the correct answer is often mentioned near the end.

Reading:

Part 1: Reading Correspondence (11 Questions)

Part 2: Reading to Apply a Diagram (8 Questions)

Part 3: Reading for Information (9 Questions)

Part 4: Reading for Viewpoints (10 Questions)

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PART 1 – Reading Correspondence

Question Types

Purpose, Next Step, Reference Words, Dates/Time, Specific Detail, Vocabulary in Context, Inference

High Probability Topics

Volunteer orientation, Apartment maintenance, Gym membership refund, Parent-teacher meeting, Community festival, Library renewal

CLB 12 Formula

Read Questions → Scan Email → Find Keywords → Match Synonyms → Read Before & After → Choose Answer

Strategy

Read the questions first..., identify sender & receiver..., underline dates and names..., scan instead of reading every word..., check surrounding sentences for reference words.

Examiner Traps

Wrong email..., similar dates..., pronoun reference..., opposite meaning..., first sentence distraction.

Vocabulary

appointment, membership, maintenance, registration, renewal, complaint, confirmation, volunteer, refund, schedule

Synonyms

book→reserve, help→assist, cancel→call off, fix→repair, delay→postpone, ask→request, receive→obtain

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PART 2 – Reading to Apply a Diagram

Question Types

Location, Direction, Map Reading, Timetable, Legend, Facility, Route, Sequence

High Probability Topics

Airport terminal, Botanical garden, University floor plan, Recreation centre, Farmers' market, Science museum

CLB 12 Formula

Read Questions → Understand Diagram → Identify Starting Point → Scan Labels → Eliminate

Strategy

Start with title..., understand symbols..., follow arrows carefully..., compare nearby locations..., check directions (left/right/opposite).

Examiner Traps

Similar symbols..., opposite direction..., wrong floor..., nearest vs beside..., AM vs PM.

Vocabulary

entrance, exit, intersection, platform, terminal, lobby, exhibit, shuttle, timetable, reception

Synonyms

opposite→across from, beside→next to, depart→leave, arrive→reach, route→path, schedule→timetable

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PART 3 – Reading for Information

Question Types

Main Idea, Detail, Vocabulary, Inference, Chronology, Pronoun Reference, NOT Question

High Probability Topics

Electric bicycles, Vertical farming, Rainwater harvesting, Wildlife crossings, Four-day workweek, Digital literacy

CLB 12 Formula

Questions → Keywords → Scan Paragraph → Synonyms → Evidence → Answer

Strategy

Read first paragraph..., identify topic sentence..., scan only relevant paragraph..., answer from evidence, not opinion.

Examiner Traps

Half-correct options..., extreme words (always, never)..., similar vocabulary..., author's example vs main idea.

Vocabulary

innovation, sustainable, productivity, conservation, efficiency, biodiversity, infrastructure, technology, automation, environment

Synonyms

important→essential, improve→enhance, reduce→decrease, benefit→advantage, challenge→difficulty, support→encourage

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PART 4 – Reading for Viewpoints

Question Types

Author's Opinion, Agreement, Evidence, Supporting Reason, Overall Message, Inference, Paraphrase

High Probability Topics

Online reviews, Student forums, Social media discussions, Letters to the editor, Travel blogs, Public opinion surveys

CLB 12 Formula

Identify Opinion → Compare Viewpoints → Find Evidence → Ignore Examples → Select Best Answer

Strategy

Separate facts from opinions..., identify positive/negative tone..., compare writers..., read conclusion carefully..., focus on supporting reasons.

Examiner Traps

Fact vs opinion..., personal assumption..., confusing two writers..., choosing examples instead of main argument.

Vocabulary

argument, evidence, opinion, viewpoint, perspective, recommend, oppose, support, conclude, debate

Synonyms

believe→think, argue→claim, support→favour, oppose→object to, recommend→suggest, conclude→summarize

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High-Frequency Reading Vocabulary

Education: curriculum, assignment, lecture, scholarship, enrolment, qualification, semester, graduate

Technology: artificial intelligence, automation, software, cybersecurity, innovation, database, device, digital

Environment: pollution, conservation, climate, biodiversity, recycling, habitat, renewable, sustainability

Business: productivity, consumer, investment, marketing, entrepreneur, strategy, profit, efficiency

Health: nutrition, diagnosis, treatment, recovery, well-being, symptom, prescription, clinic

Travel: reservation, itinerary, departure, arrival, passport, luggage, terminal, boarding pass

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Final Reading Cheat Sheet

Part 1: Questions → Scan Email → Synonyms → Detail

Part 2: Questions → Diagram → Direction → Location

Part 3: Keywords → Paragraph → Evidence → Answer

Part 4: Opinion → Evidence → Compare → Conclusion

 – Writing

> Prediction Pattern

Task 1: Email (Semi-formal)

Task 2: Survey Essay

TASK 1 – Email (Semi-formal)

High Probability Types

Request, Enquiry, Complaint, Suggestion, Information, Apology

Most Likely Topics (7–9 August)

Library membership enquiry, Apartment maintenance request, Workplace schedule change, Community centre programme, College registration enquiry, Gym membership cancellation

CLB 12 Formula

Purpose → Background → Details → Request/Solution → Closing

Strategy

Identify purpose..., answer every bullet..., keep semi-formal tone..., write 150–200 words..., use logical paragraphs..., finish with a polite request.

Examiner Traps

Missing one bullet..., informal language..., repeating ideas..., weak conclusion..., no call to action.

High-Score Vocabulary

appreciate, inquire, request, concern, resolve, inconvenience, confirmation, assistance, recommend, promptly

Semi-formal Phrases

I am writing to..., I would appreciate..., I would like to inquire..., Could you please..., I would be grateful if..., Thank you for your assistance.

Common Synonyms

ask→request, help→assist, problem→issue, buy→purchase, tell→inform, quick→prompt

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TASK 2 – Survey Essay

High Probability Settings

School/Education, Technology, Community, Health, Workplace, Environment

Most Likely Topics (7–9 August)

Technology in education, Practical skills vs academic subjects, Financial literacy in schools, Physical education vs academics, Career preparation, AI in classrooms

CLB 12 Formula

Opinion → Reason 1 → Reason 2 → Opposite View  → Conclusion

Strategy

Choose one clear opinion..., explain two strong reasons..., include one example..., maintain one position throughout..., write 150–200 words.

Examiner Traps

Changing opinion..., weak examples..., repeating vocabulary..., no conclusion..., off-topic ideas.

High-Score Vocabulary

essential, beneficial, practical, efficient, flexible, accessible, valuable, lifelong, innovation, responsibility

Opinion Starters

I strongly believe..., In my opinion..., Personally..., I completely support..., I would definitely choose..., From my perspective...

Linking Words

Firstly..., Furthermore..., In addition..., However..., On the other hand..., Therefore..., Overall...

Common Synonyms

important→essential, good→beneficial, improve→enhance, problem→challenge, help→support, learn→acquire

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Universal CELPIP Writing Vocabulary

Education: curriculum, assignment, scholarship, qualification, enrolment, practical skills, assessment, graduate

Technology: artificial intelligence, automation, digital literacy, innovation, cybersecurity, software, device, online platform

Work: productivity, promotion, colleague, deadline, flexible schedule, training, management, workplace

Community: volunteer, neighbourhood, public services, recreation, facilities, local council, programme, event

Health: nutrition, well-being, exercise, healthcare, prevention, fitness, balanced diet, mental health

Environment: recycling, conservation, pollution, renewable energy, climate change, sustainability, wildlife, ecosystem

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Final Writing Cheat Sheet

Task 1: Purpose → Background → Details → Request → Closing

Task 2: Opinion → Reason 1 → Reason 2 → Example → Conclusion

Last-Minute Tips: Answer every bullet..., use 4 paragraphs..., avoid contractions..., vary vocabulary..., check grammar and spelling..., reserve 2–3 minutes for proofreading.

 – Speaking

> Prediction Pattern

Task 1: Give Advice

Task 2: Talk about a Personal Experience

Task 3: Describe a Scene

Task 4: Make Predictions

Task 5: Compare & Persuade

Task 6: Deal with a Difficult Situation

Task 7: Express Opinions

Task 8: Describe an Unusual Situation

TASK 1 – Giving Advice

High Probability Topics

Friend choosing a career, Classmate failing an exam, Neighbour noise problem, Colleague work stress, Cousin moving to Canada, Friend starting a business

CLB 12 Formula

Understand Problem → Give Advice → Explain Why → Encourage

Strategy

Identify the problem..., give 2–3 practical suggestions..., explain benefits..., finish positively.

Examiner Traps

Talking about yourself..., giving only one suggestion..., no explanation..., robotic tone.

Useful Vocabulary

recommend, suggest, consider, beneficial, practical, effective, worthwhile, confident

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TASK 2 – Personal Experience

High Probability Topics

First job, Favourite teacher, Difficult decision, Unforgettable trip, Learning a new skill, Successful achievement

CLB 12 Formula

Introduction → What Happened → Feelings → Result

Strategy

Follow a timeline..., include emotions..., give specific details..., finish with what you learned.

Examiner Traps

Changing timeline..., too many unnecessary details..., forgetting feelings.

Useful Vocabulary

memorable, exciting, challenging, rewarding, unforgettable, experience, achievement, confidence

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TASK 3 – Describe a Scene

High Probability Scenes

Park, Shopping mall, Airport, Restaurant, Street festival, Library

CLB 12 Formula

Overview → Foreground → Background → Actions → Atmosphere

Strategy

Describe people..., actions..., objects..., weather..., colours..., don't give opinions.

Examiner Traps

Only listing objects..., missing actions..., repeating "I can see."

Useful Vocabulary

crowded, peaceful, bustling, relaxing, colourful, spacious, elderly, cheerful

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TASK 4 – Make Predictions

High Probability Scenes

Construction site, Beach, Playground, Office, Market, School

CLB 12 Formula

Present Situation → Prediction 1 → Prediction 2 → Reason

Strategy

Use future tense..., explain why..., predict positive and negative possibilities..., avoid describing only the present.

Examiner Traps

Describing instead of predicting..., using present tense only..., weak reasons.

Useful Vocabulary

probably, likely, eventually, perhaps, soon, afterward, consequently, eventually

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TASK 5 – Compare & Persuade

High Probability Topics

City vs Small town, Public transport vs Car, Online vs In-store shopping, Gym vs Outdoor exercise, Laptop vs Tablet, Apartment vs House

CLB 12 Formula

Compare → Choose → Give 3 Reasons → Persuade

Strategy

Compare both options..., clearly choose one..., support with practical reasons..., address the listener directly.

Examiner Traps

Describing both equally..., no persuasion..., weak conclusion.

Useful Vocabulary

convenient, affordable, reliable, practical, flexible, efficient, economical, comfortable

TASK 6 – Deal with a Difficult Situation

High Probability Situations

Employee or Customer..., Parent or Teacher..., Landlord or Tenant..., Friend or Neighbour..., Manager or Client..., Roommate or Family member.

CLB 12 Formula

Greeting → Explain Situation → Give Reason → Offer Solution/Request → Positive Closing

Strategy

Speak directly to only one person..., maintain an appropriate tone..., explain the problem clearly..., suggest a solution or compromise..., end politely.

Examiner Traps

Speaking about both people..., forgetting the listener..., sounding rude..., giving no solution..., weak ending.

Useful Vocabulary

apologize, appreciate, inconvenience, resolve, cooperate, compromise, understand, patience, immediately, alternative

Mini Practice

Situation: Your neighbour is playing loud music late at night.

Talk to your neighbour.

Opening: "Hi, I'm sorry to bother you, but I wanted to talk to you about the loud music..."

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TASK 7 – Express Opinions

High Probability Topics

Artificial intelligence, Online education, Public transportation, Healthy eating, Social media, Four-day workweek

CLB 12 Formula

Opinion → Reason 1 → Reason 2 → Conclusion

Strategy

Choose one side..., explain two reasons..., give one example..., conclude confidently.

Examiner Traps

Changing opinion..., no examples..., weak reasoning.

Useful Vocabulary

essential, beneficial, efficient, flexible, sustainable, practical, valuable, innovative

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TASK 8 – Describe an Unusual Situation

High Probability Pictures

Unusual weather..., Strange animal..., Funny public event..., Unexpected accident..., Creative street performance..., Extraordinary celebration.

CLB 12 Formula

Overview → Unusual Details → People's Actions & Feelings → Possible Reason → Conclusion

Strategy

Describe what makes the picture unusual..., explain what people are doing..., infer possible reasons..., use present continuous for description and modal verbs (may, might, could) for guesses.

Examiner Traps

Only listing objects..., missing the unusual aspect..., giving unrelated stories..., forgetting to explain why the situation is unusual.

Useful Vocabulary

unexpected, unusual, fascinating, surprised, confused, amazed, crowded, curious, extraordinary, remarkable

Mini Practice

Picture: A man is walking his pet goat in a shopping mall.

Opening: "This is certainly an unusual situation. I can see a man walking a goat inside a shopping mall. Most people look surprised, and some are taking photos. He might be participating in a promotional event or a local festival."

Universal Speaking Vocabulary

Education: curriculum, assignment, qualification, scholarship, graduate, practical skills, online learning, classroom

Technology: artificial intelligence, automation, innovation, cybersecurity, digital literacy, software, application, device

Work: productivity, promotion, deadline, colleague, flexible schedule, workplace, management, teamwork

Health: balanced diet, exercise, fitness, nutrition, mental health, healthcare, well-being, lifestyle

Travel: reservation, destination, itinerary, accommodation, sightseeing, departure, arrival, luggage

Environment: recycling, pollution, climate change, renewable energy, conservation, biodiversity, sustainability, ecosystem

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Final Speaking Cheat Sheet

Task 1: Advice → Reason → Benefit

Task 2: Experience → Feelings → Result

Task 3: Overview → Foreground → Background → Actions

Task 4: Present → Prediction → Reason

Task 5: Compare → Choose → Persuade

Task 6: talk → Solution → Reassure

Task 7: Opinion → Reasons → Example → Conclusion

Task 8: Situation → Feelings → describe → Result

Last-Minute Tips

Use natural intonation..., avoid memorized answers..., speak continuously..., include transition words (first, then, however, finally)..., maintain a friendly tone..., correct yourself if needed instead of stopping.