Language Proficiency Index
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The Language Proficiency Index or LPI is a Canadian standardized test for competency in English. The results of this test are used mostly by post secondary institutions professional organizations within the Province of British Columbia. The test is administered by the University of British Columbia.
The test consists of five components, Parts I and II are multiple choice and deal with catching various grammar related mistakes. Part III is a reading comprehension section, also in multiple choice. Part IV deals with writing brief summaries of an short piece of writing and Part V is an 300-500 word essay.