Written Communication Proficiency Test (WCPT) Practice Test Questions
- Posted by Brian Stocker
- Date March 31, 2020
- Comments 2 comments
About the Test
The Written Communication Proficiency Test (WCPT) is used to assess a test-taker’s ability to communicate effectively in writing. This includes the use of correct grammar and syntax, ability to organize and structure writing in a clear and logical manner, write in a clear and concise style, use appropriate tone and formatting for the intended audience and purpose, and analyze and synthesize information.
It is used to evaluate candidates for Officer-level employees, managers who must write letters, memos, reports or other documents, and express themselves concisely.
The WCPT may be administered in person or online, and takes 1-2 hours to complete.
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WCPT is part of these tests
What’s on the Test
The WCT Test gives a series of short passages followed by multiple choice questions with suggested corrections. Questions include:
- Identifying grammar mistakes
- Choosing the best title for a passage
- Sentence and paragraph order
- Summarizing
- Punctuation
- Vocabulary
- English usage
- Avoiding wordiness and redundancy
- Main idea and details
Also Reading Comprehension
WCPT Practice Test Questions below
WCPT Video Trailer – What you Need to Know
Reading Comprehension
Below is a list of the types of questions that may appear on the WCT.
- Find facts and information in a passage
- Identify the main idea
- Identify secondary ideas
Reading Comprehension Practice
Reading Comprehension from fiction – 8 questions
Reading Comprehension I – 20 questions
Reading Comprehension II – 8 questions
English
Types of questions that may appear on the Test.
- English grammar
- English usage
- Punctuation
- Capitalization
- Sentence structure – run-on sentences, fragments etc.
English Practice
Correcting Sentences and Passages (WCT format)
Additional Practice
English Usage – 15 questions
English Grammar – 20 questions
Punctuation – 12 questions
Test Preparation
How to Prepare for a Test – The Complete Guide
What Students Say
Study Skills and Test Prep tips from Students
WCPT Study Practice & Test Prep
Includes hundreds of pages of Tutorials, Self-Assessments, 2 sets of practice test questions, multiple choice strategy, complete guide to taking a test, and hundreds of practice test questions for all content!
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Date Published: Tuesday, March 31st, 2020
Date Modified: Tuesday, April 30th, 2024
Complete Test Preparation Inc. is not affiliated with Canada Public Service, who are not involved in the production of, and do not endorse this product. Quesitons are presented for skill practice only.
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2 Comments
Is this the same as the BC Police ETHOS test?
It is very close to the ETHOS yes