Writing
How to Prepare for the Writing Component of the CIPLE Exam




What is Tested in the Writing Component
of the CIPLE Exam?
The Writing Component of theCIPLE exam assesses your ability to write in Portuguese in a simple and clear manner. This section, which lasts 75 minutes, requires you to complete two main tasks:
Task 1
Short Answer
(25–35 words)
(25–35 words)
- Public Announcements, Recorded Messages, and Simple Conversations
Task 2
Longer Text
(60–80 words)
(60–80 words)
- Writing a narrative or descriptive text, such as telling about an experience or describing a person or place.
Tips for Success
- Plan Before Writing: Take a few minutes to organize your ideas and structure your text.
- Use Simple and Clear Sentences: Avoid complex sentences that may lead to grammatical errors.
- Pay Attention to Vocabulary: Use words appropriate to the context and check verb tenses.
- Count the Words: Ensure your text falls within the required word limit.
- Review Your Text: Check for spelling and grammatical errors before submitting.
Practical Activities
Write Short Responses:
Practice situations such as:- Accepting or declining an invitation.
- Replying to a message with the requested information.
Create Narrative Texts:
Exercises based on common themes, such as:- Talking about a recent trip.
- Describing a friend or family member.
Correct Texts:
Read short texts with errors and practice correcting them.
Interactive Tools
Writing Exercise: Write a short text in an interactive box and receive automatic feedback on content, grammar, and vocabulary.
Text Templates: View examples of well-structured texts to learn writing patterns.