National Adult Literacy Database

This is one in a series of self-assessment tools prepared by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) to help individuals determine their grasp of essential skills.

The first section of this document includes a series of statements designed to measure how well a person understands text written in sentences or paragraphs. The individual must check off either Yes, Somewhat or No in response to each statement.

The goal of the second section, on personal development, is to help the respondent identify both his strengths and the areas where he needs to improve his reading skills.