Compréhension écrite
TCF Canada reading practice — 19 full mock tests
Timed, exam-style Compréhension écrite practice: 40 authentic-style questions per test, a 60-minute countdown, instant auto-scoring, explanations for every answer, and an estimated CLB level.
The official format
Official exam format
- Questions
- 40 (multiple choice)
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Score scale
- 0–699
- CLB 7 threshold
- 453 / 699
Per the official test body, Le français des affaires (CCI Paris Île-de-France). Exam specifications can change — always confirm current details on the official site before booking.
What the reading section tests
The exam moves from short practical documents (announcements, adverts, personal messages) to denser articles and opinion texts, and mixes in vocabulary-in-context and sentence-completion items. The challenge isn't just comprehension — it's pace: 39 questions in 60 minutes leaves about 90 seconds each, including reading time.
Try a sample question
Pour l’été, voici quelques gestes simples en cas de forte chaleur : – boire un litre et demi d’eau par jour– limiter les efforts physiques– manger des fruits et des légumes– garder sa maison au frais
Quel est le but de cette annonce ?
- A. Donner des conseils.
- B. Informer sur la météo.
- C. Présenter des activités.
- D. Proposer un menu.
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How our reading practice works
- 40 full mock tests × 39 questions, all in French, in the official style.
- A real 60-minute timer with auto-submit — build exam pacing, not just accuracy.
- Question navigator to skip, flag, and return, just like managing a real booklet.
- Instant scoring with an estimated CLB/NCLC band after every test.
- Full review: document, your answer, correct answer, and explanation per question.
- Progress saved mid-test; best and average scores tracked per module.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the TCF Canada reading section format?
Compréhension écrite has 39 multiple-choice questions in 60 minutes, scored on a 0–699 scale, with difficulty rising progressively from A1 to C2. Documents range from short notices, adverts, and emails to longer articles.
What reading score do I need for CLB 7?
453 out of 699. CLB 9 requires 524, and CLB 10 requires 549. Each skill counts separately — verify current thresholds on canada.ca.
How do I get faster at TCF reading?
Read the question before the document, eliminate options aggressively, and train under the real 60-minute clock. Averaging 90 seconds per question with regular timed mocks is what builds exam speed.
Do the practice tests include explanations?
Yes — after submitting, every question shows the document, your answer, the correct answer, and an explanation of why it's right.