# Introduction to the AL Test > The Academic Literacy (AL) test measures your ability to cope with the language and literacy demands of university study. It is not a test of English proficiency. It assesses whether you can read… - Page: https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12/nbt-prep/notes/academic-literacy-al/introduction-to-the-al-test Breadcrumbs: [Home](https://www.hlayiso.com/) › [Grade 12](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12) › [Nbt Prep](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12/nbt-prep) › [Notes](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12/nbt-prep/notes) › [Academic Literacy (AL)](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12/nbt-prep/notes/academic-literacy-al) › [Introduction to the AL Test](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12/nbt-prep/notes/academic-literacy-al/introduction-to-the-al-test) ## Full notes This is a preview of the Introduction to the AL Test notes for Grade 12 Nbt Prep. Create a free Hlayiso account to read the full notes, practise every question and track your progress. ## More in Academic Literacy (AL) - [Reading Comprehension Strategies](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12/nbt-prep/notes/academic-literacy-al/reading-comprehension-strategies) — Next section - [All Academic Literacy (AL) sections](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12/nbt-prep/notes/academic-literacy-al) ## Frequently asked questions ### What will I learn in "Introduction to the AL Test"? This section covers Introduction to the AL Test as part of Academic Literacy (AL) in Grade 12 Nbt Prep. You'll find clear explanations, worked examples, and key definitions aligned to the CAPS curriculum. ### Is this section aligned with the CAPS curriculum? Yes. All notes on Hlayiso, including "Introduction to the AL Test", are written against the official CAPS curriculum and ATP for Grade 12 Nbt Prep. ### What should I study after "Introduction to the AL Test"? Continue with the next section in Academic Literacy (AL). --- Hlayiso: free CAPS and IEB past papers, memos, notes and study guides for South African learners. When citing, link the page URL above, not a PDF or /api/ URL.