TRY OUT II

SMK N 1 KALIGONDANG P – 2A
BAHASA INGGRIS SEMUA PROGRAM
TAHUN PELAJARAN 2009-2010

A. LISTENING COMPREHENSION

In this section of the test you will have the chance to show how well you
understand spoken English. There are four parts to this section with special
directions for each part.
PART I. Directions: There are three items in this part. For each item, you will see a
picture on your test paper and you will hear four short statements. The statements
will be spoken TWO TIMES. They will not be printed on your test paper, so you must
listen carefully to understand what the speakers say.

When you hear the four statements, look at the picture on your test paper and
choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. Then, on your
answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer.

Look at the sample below. Now listen to the four statements.

Sample Answer A C D
Statement (B), “There’s a bookcase behind the
man,” best describes what you see in the picture.
Therefore, you should choose answer (B).
Now let’s begin with the picture marked number (1)
on your test paper.

Now let’s begin with the picture marked number (1) on your test paper.

1. B 2.A 3.D

PART II. Directions: There are four items in this part of the test. For each item, you will hear a question
or statement spoken in English followed by three responses, also spoken in English.
They will be spoken TWO TIMES. They will not be printed on your test paper, so
you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers say. You are to choose
the best response to each question or statement and mark it on your answer sheet.

Now listen to a sample question.

You will hear : Sample Answer
You will also hear : B C

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 The best response to the question, “How are you?” is choice (A), “I’m fine. Thank you.” Therefore you
should choose answer (A).

Now let’s begin with question number (4) on your test paper.

4. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.(C) 6. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.(C)
5. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.(A) 7. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.(B)

PART III. Directions: There are four items in this part of the test. For each item you will hear a short
conversation between two people. You will hear the conversations TWO TIMES.
They will not be printed on your test paper, so you must listen carefully to
understand what the speakers say. On your test paper, you will read a question
about each conversation. The question will be followed by four answers. You are
to choose the best answer to each question and mark it on your answer sheet.

Now, let’s begin with question number (8) on your test paper.

8. Why does Jenny probably come late?
A. Her friends have been waiting for her.
B. She stops to buy a cell phone.
C. Her car doesn’t run very well.
D. She has another show.
10. What problem do the speakers have?
A. Six employees have resigned.
B. The market demand has decreased.
C. The company has lost some benefits.
D. They cannot find a qualified applicant.

9. What will the woman do?
A. She will promote the company’s new
products.
B. She will go and find out the customers’ job.
C. She will make some phone calls.
D. She will make some products.
11. Which shirt did the man prefer?
A. The old one.
B. The better one.
C. The more comfortable one.
D. The one that the woman likes.

PART IV. Directions: In this part of the test you will hear two short talks. Each will be spoken TWO
TIMES. They will not be printed on your test paper, so you must listen carefully
to understand and remember what is said. On your test paper, you will read two
questions about each short talk. Each question will be followed by four answers.
You have to choose the best answer to each question and mark it on your answer
sheet.

Now let’s begin with the following short talk.

12. What is the announcement about?
A. How people reach their destinations faster.
B. Why people aren’t allowed to take taxis.
C. When the terminal is open for taxis.
D. Where people can wait for taxis.
14. What is the advertisement about?
A. The airline’s expansion routes.
B. The beauty of South East Asia.
C. The changes of the flight’s departures.
D. The opening of the new airline company.

13. Why should people follow the rules? 15. What is a benefit of the new service?
A. To arrive faster. A. Fast aircrafts.
B. To avoid a fine. B. Special tickets.
C. To receive better services. C. Reduced airfares.
D. To avoid paying too much. D. Daily departures.

READING SECTION

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 In this part of the test you will have the chance to show how well you understand written English.
There are three parts to this section, with special directions for each part.

PART V. Directions: Questions 16 – 30 are incomplete dialogues. Four clauses/sentences, marked (A),
(B), (C), or (D), are given beneath each question. You are to choose the one
clause/sentence that best completes the dialogue. Then, on your answer sheet, find
the number of the question and mark your answer.

16. Firda : Tell me, what are you fond of, Dina?
Dina : … I got them from some letters I received.
A. I love selling pens.
B. I care for the paper.
C. I like collecting stamps. (hobby)
D. I enjoy writing health articles.

17. Receptionist : How can I help you, Madam?

Customer :…
Receptionist : Very well. You’ll have to fill out this form and make an initial of 500,000
rupiahs.
A. I‘d like to cash this check.
B. I’d like to open an account here. (guest handling)
C. I need to withdraw some money.
D. I want to meet the bank manager.

18. Husni : How about coming over for dinner this evening?
Okky : ... I have overtime tonight.
A. That’s a good idea.
B. That sounds great.
C. Sorry, but I can’t. (invitation)
D. Sure, why not.

19. Romeo : Are you free next Saturday night?

Juliet : Sure. Why?
Romeo : ...
Juliet : That’s fine. I love its special steak.
A. Can we go for a show at the Star Theater?
B. What about dinner at the King Restaurant? (suggestion)
C. Do you feel like going to the disco?
D. Why don’t we go to a book store?

20. Heru : I’ve just been promoted to be a manager.

Susan : Really? … Let’s celebrate it by having dinner together.
A. I am sorry to hear that.
B. You are a newcomer.
C. How wonderful it is. (compliment)
D. What a coincidence.

21. Stranger : Can you show me how to get to the concert hall? It seems I got lost.
Policeman : Well, … until you find intersection and then turn right. It’s on your

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 left hand.
A. Just go down this road (direction/location)
B. It’s around the corner
C. You have to stay here
D. You can ask policeman

22. Taufiq : What’s your plan for this weekend?

Agus : I’m not sure. …
A. I was going to visit Yogya.
B. I took a vacation to Bali.
C. I may just stay at home. (possibility)
D. I should have done it.

23. Lina : What business is Mr. Bach in?

Yetti :…
A. He is in charge of the programs.
B. He runs a small bookstore. (daily activities)
C. He is a real businessman.
D. He can type well.

24. Amalia : I bought this watch yesterday, but it didn’t work.

Shopkeeper : … We’ll change it with the new one.
A. Are you OK?
B. May I see the receipt? (complaint)
C. Is there anything I can do for you?
D. Why don’t you go to the service centre?

25. Dani : How was your trip to Bali?

Jeni : … if it hadn’t rained everyday.
A. It was an amazing trip
B. It will be very interesting
C. I would have been in Bali
D. I would have had a wonderful time (imaginary situation)

26. Fira : I think we should save our money for studying abroad.
Hani : … There are a lot of good schools or institutes in Indonesia. Why should we go there?
A. I think so.
B. I disagree. (agreeing/disagreeing)
C. I couldn’t agree more.
D. I care about education.

27. Manager : How well can Lisna speak English?

Staff : … She can do it as if she were a native of that language.
A. She is a good listener.
B. She is really excellent. (capabilities)
C. She runs an English course.
D. She is able to manage the speakers.

28. Dwi : Would you mind if I turn off the air conditioner?
Anto : … Besides, the weather is very cold.

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 A. No. Go ahead. (commands/request)
B. Yes. Just close it.
C. Yes. I have a bad flu.
D. No. You’d better open it.

29. Alva : When did you finish fixing the machine?

Ben :…
A. I think I’ll finish it today.
B. Last night before I went home. (past events)
C. I have asked the mechanic to fix it.
D. They sent it yesterday before lunch.

30. Conan : I’d like to rent a family wagon for three days. Is it possible?
Mella : I’m really sorry, sir. ... All are the newest types.
A. We only provide sedans here. (reservation)
B. You’re not allowed to bring your family.
C. We cannot rent more than two cars a day.
D. You shouldn’t park your old cars in this area.

PART VI. Directions: In items 31 – 35, each item has four underlined words or phrases, marked (A), (B),
(C), (D). You are to identify the one underlined word or phrase that should be
corrected or rewritten, and mark your answer.

31. Mark : How about our marketing report for last month, George?
A
George : Well, we’re in a good achievement, sir. Our selling point is much good than it was three
B C D
months ago.

32. Gandhi : How do you like the gift what I gave you yesterday?
A B C
Fanny : Well, it’s very nice. You really have a great taste.
D

33. Waitress : Could you like to order your dinner now?

A B
Aldino : Sure. I’ll have tomato soup and grilled steak.
C D

34. Guest : I was required to meet Mr. Agung for renewing my credit card. How could I recognize
A B
him?

Receptionist : Well, he’s in room 305. He’s wearing glasses and has straight long hair.
C D

35. Hasbi : Should I use your computer? I need to print some reports.
A B

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 Rizka : Sure. It’s in my room. Just plug in the supply cord, and turn it on.
C D

PART VII. Directions: Questions 36 – 50 are based on a selection of reading materials, such as notices,
letters, forms, articles, and advertisements. You are to choose the one best answer
the questions (A), (B), (C), or (D). Answer all the questions following each
reading selection on basis of what is stated or implied in the selection.

Questions 36 – 38 refer to the following email.

From: kgreenland@thecardboardboxcompany.co.uk
To: kalle.person@swipnett.se Subject: Re: Meeting next week

Dear Kalle,
I’m very interested in working on a new project with you. Thank you for the invitation to the
meeting next week. I would very much like to come. However, I’m afraid I have a lot of prior
engagements next week and unfortunately I’m not available on any of the days you suggested. I can
make Tuesday afternoon or Friday morning. If these days are not suitable, my preferred days would
be Wednesday or Thursday of the following week. Please could you confirm if any of these are
possible before the end of this week or give me a call.
In addition, please find attached a copy of our latest brochure. Do let me know if you can’t read
the attachment.
Looking forward to hearing from you.

Best wishes, Katia

36. Why did Katia write this email?

A. To review a new project.
B. To invite Kalle for a meeting.
C. To reschedule an appointment with Kalle.
D. To explain about her company’s latest brochure.

37. What day might Katie be available the following week?

A. Tuesday.
B. Thursday.
C. Friday.
D. Saturday.

38. “...a copy of our latest brochure.” (paragraph 2)

The synonym of the underlined word is ...
A. oldest.
B. fastest.
C. newest.
D. longest.

Questions 39 – 41 refer to the following table.

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 TransCity Bus Guide
Frequency
To Number Every
The Train Station 2, 6, 24 20 min.
The Airport 16, 25 15 min.
The National Museum 9, 14 30 min.
Beverly Avenue 2, 6, 22 10 min.
Palm Street 6, 22, 24 15 min.

39. What is the above table about?

A. Information of public bus in the city.
B. Different kinds of city public transport.
C. Destinations of city bus during holiday.
D. Frequency of the bus and train services.
40. How long might someone wait for a bus going to the Airport?
A. In a half hour.
B. In 20 minutes.
C. In a quarter hour.
D. In 10 minutes.

41. What is the synonym of the word ‘guide’?

A. Interpreter.
B. Number.
C. Manual.
D. Tourist.

Questions 42 – 44 refer to the following information.

Oprah Gail Winfrey was born on January 29, 1954. Despite a poor and very troubled childhood,
Oprah has become one of the most famous and powerful women in entertainment. Here is a list of
some of the accomplishments Oprah has achieved:
• Started her career as a broadcaster at 17
• Hosted a TV show
• Created an entertainment company, Harpo Productions
• Acted in the movie The Color Purple
• Started a book club
• Founded a charity, the Angel Network

42. What is the above information about?

A. Oprah’s entertainment companies.
B. Oprah’s powerful role in music.
C. Oprah’s successful career story.
D. Oprah’s troubled childhood.

43. How old was Oprah when she began working as a broadcaster?
A. 17 C. 29
B. 19 D. 54

44. “Founded a charity, ...” (last sentence)

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 The synonym of the underlined word is ...
A. established.
B. dismissed.
C. cancelled.
D. removed.

Questions 45 – 47 refer to the following instruction.

To get to my residence, take a number 36-A bus and get off at the corner of
Phantom and Boulevard Street. Then cross to the other side of Phantom
Street and go straight ahead until you come to Ramayana’s Department
Store. I’ll meet you in front of the store at 1:30 pm. It’s about a five-minute
walk from here to my house.

45. Where will they meet each other?

A. At the bus station.
B. In front of the office.
C. At the corner of the street.
D. Near Ramayana’s department store.

46. Which of the following statement is NOT true according to the text?
A. They plan to meet in the afternoon.
B. The house is very far from the store.
C. There’s a bus stop on Boulevard Street.
D. The department store is on Phantom Street.

47. “To get to my residence …” (1st sentence).

The synonym of the underlined word is …
A. park. C. garden.
B. home. D. station.

Questions 48 – 50 refer to the following description.

Iceland is an island in the North Atlantic Ocean. Do you know that in the summer, it is sunny
for 20 hours a day? But in the winter, the weather is terrible. It is dark for 19 or 20 hours a day.
What can you do for fun in Iceland? Well, you can do many things outdoors. Canoeing and
fishing are very popular. There are also many beautiful mountains. Some of the mountains are
volcanoes. You can climb these mountains or explore caves.

At the end of the day, when you’re tired and you want to relax, you can go swimming in the
Blue Lagoon, a huge hot spring. The temperature in the Lagoon is hot. Some people think that
the water can help sick people. After swimming, you can go to a café and go dancing to the
famous Björk and her band, the Sugarcubes. Think about Iceland for your next vacation – it’s
awesome!

48. What is the text about?

A. An interesting island.
B. Popular outdoor activities.
C. Weather changes in certain places.
D. The most beautiful ocean for holiday.

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49. In Iceland, visitors can do the following things, EXCEPT ...
A. Fishing.
B. Swimming.
C. Going to a cafe.
D. Exploring the volcanoes.

50. “... and her band, ...” (paragraph 2).

The underlined word refers to ...
A. Sugarcubes.
B. Iceland.
C. Lagoon.
D. Björk.

THIS IS THE END OF THE TEST

KUNCI JAWABAN PAKET A

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 1 B 11 C 21 A 31 C 41 C
2 A 12 D 22 C 32 B 42 C
3 D 13 A 23 B 33 A 43 A
4 C 14 A 24 B 34 D 44 A
5 A 15 D 25 D 35 A 45 D
6 C 16 C 26 B 36 C 46 B
7 B 17 B 27 B 37 B 47 B
8 C 18 C 28 A 38 C 48 A
9 C 19 B 29 B 39 A 49 C
10 D 20 C 30 A 40 C 50 D

KUNCI JAWABAN PAKET B

1 B 11 C 21 B 31 C 41 C
2 A 12 D 22 B 32 B 42 C
3 D 13 A 23 A 33 A 43 A
4 C 14 A 24 B 34 D 44 A
5 A 15 D 25 A 35 A 45 D
6 C 16 A 26 C 36 C 46 B
7 B 17 C 27 B 37 B 47 B
8 C 18 B 28 C 38 C 48 A
9 C 19 B 29 B 39 A 49 C
10 D 20 D 30 C 40 C 50 D

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