ILAC Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. Which communication barrier is most likely to cause misunderstandings in International Language Academy of Canada? → Using technical jargon without considering the audience's knowledge level
2. In International Language Academy of Canada, why is ielts preparation knowledge important for professional certification? → It demonstrates competence and ensures practitioners meet established standards
3. 'Look forward to' something means to: → Feel excited anticipation about something
4. What does "language proficiency" mean in International Language Academy of Canada? → The ability to use language effectively for communication in various contexts
5. 'Cost an arm and a leg' means: → To be extremely expensive
6. There are currently 6000 students over the age of 19 attending the college. → False
7. Which reading strategy involves making predictions about content before and during reading? → Anticipatory reading or predictive reading
8. What is the primary purpose of documentation in International Language Academy of Canada communication? → To create a permanent record that ensures clarity and accountability
9. Students under the age of 16 cannot attend any of the courses offered by the college. → Not Given
10. Which of the following is a best practice for written communication in International Language Academy of Canada? → Using clear, concise language organized in a logical structure
11. In International Language Academy of Canada writing, what does "parallel structure" mean? → Using the same grammatical pattern for similar elements in a sentence
12. What is the difference between active and passive voice in International Language Academy of Canada writing? → Active voice: subject performs action; Passive voice: subject receives action
13. Marie was able to attend the Sorbonne because of her sister’s financial contribution. → True
14. If someone 'lets the cat out of the bag,' they have: → Accidentally revealed a secret
15. What does 'the ball is in your court' mean? → It is your turn or responsibility to act
16. Which text structure organizes information by describing a problem and then presenting solutions? → Problem-solution structure
17. In International Language Academy of Canada, what are the four macro skills of language? → Listening, speaking, reading, and writing
18. The phrase 'bite off more than you can chew' means: → To attempt more than you are capable of handling
19. What does 'once in a blue moon' mean? → Very rarely or almost never
20. 'Spill the beans' means to: → Reveal secret or confidential information
21. The college offers a more mature environment in which to learn than a school. → True
22. Which organizational pattern arranges information from most important to least important? → Inverted pyramid structure
23. What is a best practice in International Language Academy of Canada ielts preparation? → A method or technique recognized as superior based on evidence and expert consensus
24. 'Hit the books' means to: → Study intensively
25. Which TWO advantages are mentioned by the writer of the text? → They can predict areas that may cause trouble in the future.
26. What does 'hit the nail on the head' mean? → To be exactly right about something
27. To 'get the hang of' something means to: → Learn to do something well through practice
28. In International Language Academy of Canada, what role does continuing education play in ielts preparation? → To keep professionals current with evolving standards, technologies, and best practices
29. Marie Curie’s husband was a joint winner of both Marie’s Nobel Prizes. → False
30. The college changed its name to West Thames College in 1993. → True