TEST 1

Read the following text to answer questions number 1 to 5.

THE PRINCESS DIARIES
Meg Cabot
Harper Collins
Young Adult
ISBN: 0380814021
304 pages

As the hilariously funny tale called The Princess Diaries begins, Mia Thermopolis is just a
regular high school freshman at Albert Einstein High School. Well, as regular as you can be
when you live in a loft in downtown New York with your flighty artist Mom. And as regular as
you can be when your best friend is Lilly, a punky and spunky militant who produces her ownTV
show.

As readers can guess from the title, this book takes the form of a diary, written by Mia. Over the
pan of a month, she relates her daily woes and embarrassments in heart breaking detail. As with
most teenaged girls, Mia thinks she is hopeless, looks-wise. She's tall --- 5’9" --- and klutzy, and
not so gifted in the chest department.

Then there is school. One of Mia’s biggest problems is the fact she is flunking Algebra and, to
make matters worse, her Mom has begun dating her teacher. Gross.

In the boy department, the cutest one in school has the locker next to hers, but doesn't even know
Mia exists, even as his snooty girlfriend Lana, a popular cheerleader, torments her. And to top it
off, Mia is developing some sort of weird crush on Michael, Lilly’s computer nerd brother.

Then one day, Mia finds out she is a princess. Okay, I know that doesn’t sound bad to most girls,
but Mia hates the idea instantly. How does this fairy tale come true? Her father is ruler of the
principality of Genovia and since Mia is his only child, she is next in line to the throne. Her dad
sends in the big guns to convince Mia that being a princess is what she is meant to do: her
formidable grandmother comes to New York to give Mia "Princess Lessons". And as the word
spreads around Albert Einstein High School that Mia is royalty, her life just gets more crazy.

The ending of The Princess Diaries is a twisty one and will leave you jonesing for more stories
of Mia and the rest of her friends.

Reviewed by Jennifer Abbots

1. Who wrote The Princess Diaries?

A. Mia Thermapolis
B. Jennifer Abbots
C. Meg Cabot
 D. Albert Einstein
E. Lilly

2. What is the communicative purpose of the text above?

A. To criticise an art work, event for a public audience

B. To entertain and to deal with actual in different ways
C. To describe the story of the princes diaries
D. To present (at least) many different aspects of an issue
E. To explain the processes involved in the formation of sosiocultural phenomena

3. Which one is true based on the text above?

A. The Princess Diaries was written by Jennifer Abbots

B. Mia was a student in Albert Einstein High School
C. The Ending of The Princess Diaries is amazing
D. Mia was avoided by her friends
E. The princess Diaries is the title of movie

4. "Her father is ruler of the principality of Genovia ..." paragraph (5) The underlined word
refers to ....

A. Lilly
B. Lana
C. Mia
D. Mia's teacher
E. Mia's mom

5. Who is the reviewer of the novel?

A. Meg Cabot
B. Albert Einstein
C. Mia Thermopolis
D. Jennifer Abbots
E. Michael
Read the following text to answer questions number 6 to 10.
CAPTAIN PHILLIPS

Captain Phillips is an upcoming 2013 American biographical action thriller film directed by Paul
Greengrass based upon the book, A Captain's Duty: Somali Pirates, Navy SEALs, and
Dangerous days at Sea, by Richard Phillips with Stephan Tatty, and starring Tom Hanks. It is
produced by Scott Rudin, Dana Brunetti, and Michael De Luca. The film tells a biopic of
merchant mariner Captain Richard Phillips, who was taken hostage for several days by Somali
Pirates when the container ship Maersk Alabama which sailed from southern Oman drown along
the coast of Somalia and then to Kenya was hijacked in 2009.

Captain Richard Phillips (Tom Hanks), a veteran merchant mariner, still lives in his native New
England, and he's a plainspoken family man full of anxiety about the economically bleak new
world his kids are facing. When his wife (Chaterine Keener) drops him off at the airport, we can
see reverse her. The film then cuts to Somalia, a land of dust and poverty, where the pirates are
recruited for their mission as if they were migrant farm workers lining up to be chosen for that
day's labor. Greengrass doesn't have to fill in much about the violent, chaotic breakdown of
Somalia to let us know that these men have little choice.

The film does not generate quite the same level of excruciating suspense as some of Greengrass'
previous triumphs, but it nonetheless holds us hostage as it proceeds. As for the four Somali
immigrants, they are remarkably effective in their first professional acting gigs.
6. What is the communicative purpose of the text above ....

A. To criticise about film Captain Phillips

B. To entertaint about film Captain Phillips
C. To give information about film Captain Phillips
D. To describe about film Captain Phillipss
E. To explain about film Captain Phillips

7. The text is a review of a ....

A. Song
B. Book
C. Novel
D. Painting
E. Movie
8. According to the text, Captain Phillips ....

A. Traveled from Somalia to Kenya to find a ship

B. Hijacked a container ship
C. Hijacked many ships in Somalia
D. Was a hostage by Somalia pirates
E. Was a sailor in Southern Oman

9. From paragraph two, we can see that Captain Phillips was .... about his kids.

A. Pleased
B. Happy
C. Doubt
D. Worried
E. Afraid

10. "level of excruciating suspense as some ...." (paragraph 3) synonym of the underlined word
is ....

A. Certainty
B. Tension
C. Rejoice
D. Peace
E. Attractive

TEST 2
The following text is for questions 1 to 5.
It was the dawn of science and technology. Anything seemed possible even the creation of life
itself. Victor Frankenstein becomes obsessed with this idea and works relentlessly to prove his
theories; but the glory he imagined becomes a living nightmare - not only for him, but for hos
friends and family too.

Mary Shelley’s gothic horror story-frankenstein - was first published in 1818 and has been the
inspiration behind numerous stage productions and films - many of which strayed a long way
away from her original masterpiece. Classical comic presenting a full-colored graphic remains
true to this classic tale, bringing the original story to life which has never been created before.

This graphic novel is available in two versions: Original Text and Quick Text editions. The
Original Text stays faithful to Shelley's original text, while the Quick Text brings the story up to
date by presenting the text into a more simplified style so that the tale is accessible to all readers.

The quick Text edition will allow you to soak up a general feeling for characters and locations,
while the Original Text version will help you easily slip into the language in which the novel
was written.

Even if you're not studying the original, this graphic novel is worth buying. It's a great story, and
should be one that everyone has the chance to read. Now, thanks to this release, even those who
don't particularly like to read too much are given the chance to find this tale and hopefully it may
encourage them to search out the original book too.

As with the previous classical comics, the presentation is first class. The best grade glossy paper
really helps to set this graphic novel head and shoulders above the usual comic book releases on
the market. Not only, that you also get a pretty comprehensive biography of Shelley; Mary
Shelley's family Tree; a feature that explains what life was like in the year of the book's release;
and a brief

Look on how Frankenstein has been adapted to many different formats over the years.
1. The text is about ....

A. The quick text and original text of Frankenstein story

B. The simplify ed text of the updated horror story
C. The horror story written by Frankenstein
D. The original text of the author’s novel
E. The updated of classical horror story

2. The simple way to understand the story is to read ....

A. The original text

B. Classic comics
C. The quick text
D. The original book
E. The author’s biography
3. The main idea for the third paragraph is ....

A. Victor Frankenstein wrote his story with gothic horror style

B. There are two versions of the graphic novel to enjoy
C. The different versions of Frankenstein story is always an inspiration for drama and
film productions
D. The simplify ed novel has more interesting pictures for readers to understand
E. Mary Shelley had two different versions of Frankenstein story adapted for film

4. The original text of Frankenstein graphic story makes the readers ....

A. Understand the style of writing in its era

B. Curious about the historical background of story
C. Recognize the different life of Frankenstein story
D. Have the inspiration to put the story to a film and drama products
E. Remind the life of Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein

5. “... many of which strayed a long way away from ... “ (paragraph 2).
The underlined word can be replaced with

A. Wandered
B. Changed
C. Directed
D. Pointed
E. Avoided

The following text is for questions 6 and 7.

‘Laskar Pelangi’: The Audacity of Hope

This is a movie adapted from a best-selling Indonesian novel. It took 40 days of filming on
Belitung Island, Bangka-Belitung province. Involving 12 local actors, it reportedly cost Rp8
billion. With all the efforts of transforming Laskar Pelangi (Rainbow Warrior) into a moving
picture, will it satisfy readers’ imaginations?

Laskar Pelangi, the novel, was written by Andrea Hirata in 2005, based on his own experiences.
It is about an inspiring teacher and her 10 students in the poverty-stricken Kampung Gantong in
Belitung. The poor condition of their school building does not dampen their high spirits and
hopes for a better future.
Two years later, the novel became a phenomenon in Indonesia literature. With its humanistic
touch, Laskar Pelangi has sold more than 500,000 copies and has won the position of Must-Read
Novel in every corner of the nation’s bookshops and media review pages. It has finally overcome
the domination of teen-lit, chick-lit and even religious novels, the popular theme of today.

Andrea entrusted the fi lming of the story to the respected figures in the film industry, Mira
Lesmana and Riza, as producer and film director. In July 2007, Mira and Riri started the per-
production, which took a year to finish. Together with the scriptwriter Salman Aristo they
decided to create a different scenario for the film.
6. What is the main idea of the second paragraph?

A. ‘Laskar Pelangi’ is the story of poor people at the Bangka Belitung province
B. ‘Laskar Pelangi’ is the story of poor school children of the Belitung Island
C. ‘Laskar Pelangi’ is about poverty in Kampung Gantong in Bangka Belitung
D. ‘Laskar Pelangi’ is about an inspiring story towards a better life
E. ‘Laskar Pelangi’ is about Andrea Hirata

7. From the text above, we know that ....

A. The movie was played by poor children

B. Andrea Hirata is the producer of Laskar Pelangi
C. The novel of Laskar Pelangi as a phenomenal work of literature
D. People like the movie better than the novel
E. People like the novel better than the movie

The following text is for questions 8 to 10.

My family of three went to see an early screening of the new Disney movie, ”Brave” yesterday,
so I thought I would write a quick “mommy” review of the movie.

Disney definitely breaks the standard “Disney Princess” mold with this movie as Princess
Merida is a fun, outgoing and wild girl that for once is not in search for the love of a prince. The
characters in the movie are entertaining and I loved the way that the Scottish culture comes out
in the movie. I found myself wishing for more music though, which is one of the things that I
truly love about past Disney movies. I would compare this movie more with “Shrek” than a
movie like “Tangled”.
As to the age of the kids that would like this movie I would have to say maybe 5 years old and
up. The movie is not quite engaging enough for very young viewers, which was a little
disappointing for our three years old. There were parts of the movie that our daughter enjoyed,
but it is engaging enough for younger viewers in the audience and made them cry, so be
forewarned of this if you are bringing children under the age of five years old.

I’ve always been a big fan Disney movies so on a 5-star scale I would rate this 4-star movie. It’s
definitely not a favourite, but I give it four star for the relationship that build between Merida and
her mother. I think this offers a great lesson to appreciate your family and truly listen to each
others need and concerns.
8. What does the writer think of the music in “Brave”?

A. Too much
B. Too little
C. Wild enough
D. Demonstrative
E. Very beautiful

9. What does the reviewer think of the movie?

A. It is definitely not the favourite

B. It has a good music composition
C. It is the same as the other Disney movies
D. It does not have any lesson for the children
E. It gives a bad impression of a mom and a daughter

10. How does the writer feel about the movie?

A. Amazed
B. Frustrated
C. Appreciative
D. Disappointed
E. Not worthy enough

The following text is for questions 11 to 13.

It is probably one of the most important books I’ve ever read. Not for its heavy philosophy,
practical instructions, or memorable quotes; but for its simple message of how wonderful life can
be when viewed through the eyes of an innocent child.
Each story is only a page or two, a delightful narrative of how Totto-chan views the world, and
how Mr. Kuroyanagi inspires the children to explore, learn, feel, and have joy. There are several
charcoal drawings that capture the tenderness of the stories, making us feel a part of Totto-chan’s
world.

One of my favorite vignettes is the story of losing her hat in the septic tank at the school and
proceeds to dig it out. The headmaster walks by, and after a few question to satisfy his curiosity,
and hearing her earnest explanations, he lets her continue with the simple instruction,”make sure
you put it all back!”

Totto-chan, the Little Girl at the window is a celebration of childhood, learning and caring.
We’ve enjoyed reading one or two stories for bedtime off-and-on for a couple of years, and
almost don’t want to finish the book because it will mean there are no more stories. Totto-chan
seems so real and loveable, and her headmaster is a role model for parents and teachers.

The book is written by Tetsuko Kuroyanagi and translated by Dorothy Britton.

11. What is the text about?

A. A summary of children biography

B. The novel of Totto-chan
C. Children’s activities
D. A description of Mr. Kuroyanagi
E. The headmaster and teachers

12. Totto-chan, The Little Girl at the window is a story ....

A. Of an innocent children
B. Containing philosophy of life
C. That teaches us that life is actually wonderful
D. That motivates children to explore the world
E. That describes good headmasters and teachers

13. According to the text, who inspires the children enjoying their childhood?

A. Tetsuko Kuroyanagi
B. The teachers
C. The headmaster
D. Dorothy Britton
E. The Little girl
The following text is for questions 14 to 16.
To Kill a Mockingbird
By Harper Lee
Warner Books
Reviewed by Rodman Phillbrick

I’ve never been to Alabama, but novelist Harper Lee made me feel as if I had been there in the
long, hot summer of 1935, when a lawyer named Atticus Finch decided to defend an innocent
black man accused of a horrible crime. The story of how the whole town reacted to the trial is
told by the lawyer’s daughter, Scout, who remembers exactly what it was like to be eight years
old in 1935, in Maycomb, Alabama.

Scout is the reason i loved this book, because her voice rings so clear and true. Not only does she
make me see the things she sees, she makes me feel the things she feels. There’s a lot more going
on than just the trial, and Scout tells you all about it.

A man called Boo Radley lives next door. Very few people have ever seen Boo, and Scout and
her friends have a lot fun telling scary stories about him. The mystery about Boo Radley is just
one of the reasons you want to keep turning the pages to find out what happens in To Kill a
Mockingbird.

To Kill a Mockingbird is filled with interesting characters like Dill, and Scout makes them all
seem just as real as the people in your own hometown. Here’s how Scout describes Miss
Caroline, who wore a red striped dress:”She looked and smelled like a peppermint drop.”

The large theme of the story is about racial intolerance, but Scout never tries to make it
a”lesson,” it’s simply part of the world she describes. That’s why To Kill a Mockingbird rings
true, and why it all seems so real.

Even though the story took place many years ago, you get the idea that parts of it could happen
today, in any town where people distrust and fear each other’s different.

In a just world an innocent man should be found not guilty. But if you want to know what this
particular jury finally decides and what happens to Scout and Jem and Dill and Boo Radley and
the rest of the people who live and breathe in To Kill a Mockingbird, you’ll have to read the
book.
14. Who is the writer of the Novel” To Kill a Mockingbird”?

A. Scout
B. Boo Radley
C. Harper Lee
D. Atticus Finch
E. Rodman Phillbrick
15. According to the reviewer, the book “To Kill a Mockingbird” is ...

A. Challenging
B. Reasonable
C. Interesting
D. Innocent
E. Irrational

16. “ .... Scout and her friends have a lot fun telling scary stories about him.” (paragraph 4) The
underlined word has similar meaning with ....

A. Joyful
B. Interesting
C. Challenging
D. Frightening
E. Amusing

The following text is for questions 17 to 19.

A Beautiful Mind is a biographical movie about John Forbes Nash Junior, mathematical genius
with hard fate. At the beginning of this carrier he has made enormous contribution in the field of
Game Theory, which was a revolution in this mathematical area and almost brought international
fame to the author. The movie was filmed in 2001 by Ron Howard and today it is called modern
classics: a true drama, making you think and evoking emotions.

Such movie, telling us about the life of a famous person, are always difficult to assess, because
any such creations somehow pretend to be biographical ones. But in fact they are just a glance of
one particular producer on the life of another individual. Of course, much depends on the actor
who will perform the role of the protagonist and after watching A Beautiful Mind I will agree
with this once again.
17. What is the text about?

A. The review of ‘A Beautiful Mind‘ movie

B. The movie of Jhon Forbes Nash’s biography
C. The Oscar winner in Modern Classic Drama
D. The contribution in the field of Game Theory
E. The story about the genius man in the mathematical area
18. Why is ‘Beautiful Mind’ is regarded as modern classics?

A. It revolutionizes the mathematical area

B. It tells about the life of current famous person
C. It makes the audience think and feel emotions
D. It tells the story about the role of the protagonist
E. It conveys Ron Howard’s feeling about his creation

19. What does the writer recommend to the readers?

A. To create a game theory

B. To create one’s biography
C. To learn mathematics seriously
D. To agree with the writer’s opinion
E. To watch the film titled ‘A Beautiful Mind’