Written Comprehension

The items measuring written comprehension are based on written texts, which vary in length and complexity depending on the target proficiency level. The texts serve as the foundation for the questions appearing in one or more items.

Each item in written comprehension includes:

  1. General instructions, given in words and images, which specify what you must do, i.e., read the question and choice of answers BEFORE reading the text;
  2. The text, varying in type (invoice, birthday card, film poster, etc.), which provides the basis for the item question;
  3. The question;
  4. The choice of answers;
  5. The Continue button to go to the next item.