C2 Proficiency (CPE) Writing Practice Tests
10 C2 Proficiency (CPE) Writing practice tests in the real format, timed like the exam, with answers when you finish. Two parts, 1 hour 30 minutes: a compulsory discursive essay summarising two texts, plus one of an article, letter, report or review.
C2 Proficiency (CPE) Writing Practice Test 1 with Answers
A free, interactive C2 Proficiency (CPE) Writing practice test with answers, about 90 minutes.
TopicsLanguage & the mindArt & aestheticsScience & society
This C2 Proficiency (CPE) Practice Test 1 has 1 paper — Writing. Choose a paper below to start; your browser will load the interactive version automatically.
Writing
Writing Part 1 — Essay (compulsory)
Read the two texts below. Write an essay summarising and evaluating the key points from both texts. Use your own words throughout as far as possible, and include your own ideas in your answers. Write your answer in 240-280 words. This part is not marked automatically; compare your answer with the model.
Writing Part 2 — Choose ONE task
Choose ONE of the following tasks. Write 280-320 words in an appropriate style. This part is not marked automatically; compare your answer with a model.
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C2 Proficiency (CPE) Writing Practice Test 2 with Answers
Memory & the brainArchitecture & citiesThe ethics of technology
Writing · about 90 min
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Literature & storytellingMusic & emotionThe natural environment
Writing · about 90 min
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History & progressFilm & mediaEconomics & work
Writing · about 90 min
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Philosophy & happinessTravel & cultureEducation & learning
Writing · about 90 min
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The psychology of habitFood & societyInnovation & invention
Writing · about 90 min
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Creativity & geniusThe animal worldGlobalisation
Writing · about 90 min
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Time & perceptionFashion & identityHealth & medicine
Writing · about 90 min
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Humour & societySport & the bodyThe politics of language
Writing · about 90 min
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Dreams & sleepPhotography & truthThe future of work
Writing · about 90 min
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About the C2 Prof Writing paper
Two parts, 1 hour 30 minutes: a compulsory discursive essay summarising two texts, plus one of an article, letter, report or review.
How C2 Prof is scored
The real C2 Proficiency (CPE) is reported on the Cambridge English Scale, and a grade of A, B or C is a pass. On 7ESL each auto-marked paper gives an instant practice score in shields and XP; writing and speaking show model answers so you can self-assess.
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