Free ECL and ALCPT practice tests

Every test here is free, works in your browser and explains every answer. Start with the ECL practice test to see where you stand, then work on the skill that needs it most.

Full practice tests

Answer every question, then check your score by part and read the explanations.

ECL practice test10 listening and 40 reading questions in the style of the ECL, with a 25-minute timer and your score by part.50 questions ALCPT practice testThe two parts of the ALCPT: listening and reading, with a 30-minute timer.50 questions ALCPT vocabulary testMilitary and everyday words, phrasal verbs and idioms, scored at the end.30 questions

Practice by skill

The explanation appears the moment you answer.

ECL grammar practiceTenses, conditionals, modals, the passive, reported speech, prepositions and word order.30 questions ECL vocabulary practiceWords in context and military terms, explained as you answer.30 questions ECL listening practiceStatements, questions and conversations read in American English.20 recordings ECL practice questions with answersGrammar, idioms, phrasal verbs and listening, with a full answer key.40 questions

Mini tests by grammar topic

Ten questions with answers on one topic, each linked to its lesson.

Longer timed tests

The trainer builds timed tests of 20, 40, 60 or 100 questions from 2,095 questions, with 30 seconds per question by default, and saves your mistakes for review.

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These are original practice questions, written to train the grammar, vocabulary and listening skills that the ECL and the ALCPT measure. They are not official test items, and your percentage is not an ECL score. To understand the real tests, read the ECL test explained and ECL scores explained.