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Soal-Soal Us Bahasa Inggris Wajib Kelas Xii
5. Which picture would be the most suitable one for the text below?
Located in the South Lampung district of Lampung province on the great island of Sumatra,
Pahawang Island is divided into two areas, Pahawang Besar (Big Pahawang) and Pahawang Kecil (Small
Pahawang). This island is often said to be a paradise for snorkelers because of the beauty of its
underwater biota. One of the most popular activities to do on this island is snorkeling. All snorkelers
would be fascinated by the colorful corals and sea life beneath the crystal clear waters of the island.
There is also one snorkeling spot that is also the breeding site for clownfish, popularized by the cartoon
Finding Nemo. There is also a spot where you can find corals that were transplanted by the locals.
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6. There are several tourist destinations in Bangka Belitung. One of my favorites is located in Toboali.
The name of this tourist destination is taken from the unique big granite stones there. The stones look
like star fruits. The edges of several big stones look like the outside of the fruit. Usually, big granite
stones are on shores, but this one is on the land. Visitors usually take photos in front or near this
stone.
The picture that suits the text is ….
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Ora Beach is a hidden paradise located in North of Seram Island. A secluded beach with only private
eco-resort and surrounded by giant limestone hills, is truly an excellent place to find serenity. Moreover, the
house reef in front of the resort is still maintained very well. Healthy bunch of corals, even when the tide is
low, the corals are visible.
There are many activities to do in Ora Beach. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling around limestone hills to
Tujuh Island; boat to go there about Rp 1,000,000 for a day trip. It can fit to 10 people. Then, they can take
pleasure in bird-watching and trekking in the conservation area. Watching bats flying out during the sunset
time will offer complete the excitement.
Instead of its exotic landscape, the difficulty in reaching Ora Beach is no public transportation with exact
schedule. After long way from the capital city of Indonesia, Jakarta, visitors have to take flight to Ambon as
the starting city to Ora Beach. From Ambon City they may rent a car or take taxi to Tulehu Port (Rp
150,000). If they are in Ambon City, take angkot to Waii or Tulehu (Rp 10,000). From the port, there‟s an
express boat (Rp 110,000) connecting Ambon and Seram, twice a day.
13. According to the text, what was the role of Hamengkubuwono IX?
A. Hide out the Dutch from the troops.
B. Protect Yogyakarta.
C. Shelter the troops.
D. The ally of the Dutch.
E. The president of Yogyakarta.
14. Which paragraph shows the reason of launching the March 1 General Offensive?
A. Paragraph 1.
B. Paragraph 2.
C. Paragraph 3.
D. Paragraph 1 and 2.
E. Paragraph 2 and 3.
15. Which statement is TRUE according to the text?
A. Operation Crow happened due to the General Offensive.
B. Indonesian troops assaulted the city before the Operation Crow.
C. General Offensive of March 1 occurred after the Dutch Operation Crow.
D. An emergency Republic established after the troops control Yogyakarta.
E. Indonesia surrendered and stopped wage of guerilla war.
Li Wenliang was a Chinese ophthalmologist who warned his colleagues about early COVID-
19 infections in Wuhan.
He was born on 12 October 1986 in a Manchu family in Beizhen, Jinzhou, Liaoning. His parents were
former state enterprise workers and both lost their jobs in the 'wave of laid-offs' in the 1990s. He attended
Beizhen High School and graduated in 2004 with an excellent academic record. He attended Wuhan
University School of Medicine as a clinical medicine student in a seven-year combined bachelor's and
master's degree program. He joined the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in his second year. His mentor
praised him as a diligent and honest student.
After graduation in 2011, Li worked at the Xiamen Eye Center of Xiamen University for three years. In
2014, Li became an ophthalmologist at Wuhan Central Hospital in Wuhan.
Li Wenliang was dubbed a whistleblower about deadly SARS. Wuhan police summoned and
admonished him on 3 January for "making false comments on the Internet about unconfirmed SARS
outbreak. The outbreak was later confirmed not to be SARS, but rather a new coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2. Li
returned to work and later contracted COVID-19, the disease caused by the virus, from a patient who was not
known to be infected. When Li began showing symptoms of COVID-19, he booked a hotel room to avoid
the possibility of infecting his family, before being hospitalized on 12 January.
He died from the disease on 7 February 2020, at age 33. A subsequent Chinese official inquiry
exonerated him, and Wuhan police formally apologized to his family and revoked his admonishment on 19
March. In April 2020, Li was posthumously awarded the May Fourth Medal by the government.
Once upon a time in Padang Bolak, North Sumatra lived a man named Sampuraga. He lived with his
mother in a hut. Sampuraga worked in his neighbor‟s rice field. Sampuraga worked in the morning and went
home in the afternoon.
One day while he was working, his neighbor told him about a place named Mandailing. It was a great
place. The land was fertile. There were many rich people there. Sampuraga listened to his neighbor carefully.
He really wanted to go to Mandailing and became a rich man. He told his mother about his plan. His mother
was sad; but, Sampuraga promised that he would go home and brought her a lot of money.
Finally Sampuraga went to Mandailing. There, he worked for a very rich merchant. The merchant liked
Sampuraga because he was diligent and honest. Soon, the merchant gave Sampuraga a lot of money. He
wanted Sampuraga to have his own business.
Sampuraga was successful with his new business. He was very rich. The merchant knew that Sampuraga
could be a great merchant like him. The merchant wanted to retire and gave his business to Sampuraga. He
had a plan. He wanted Sampuraga to marry his daughter. Sampuraga agreed. After all, he fell in love with
her. The merchant‟s daughter was very beautiful.
Then the merchant set a great wedding party. He invited many people. He wanted to hold the best
wedding party for his daughter. People started to talk about the party. They were talking about the great party
and the merchant‟s daughter. They said Sampuraga was very lucky. He was going to marry the most
beautiful girl in Mandailing.
The news about Sampuraga‟s wedding party finally arrived in his hometown, Padang Bolak. With great
happiness, his mother went to Mandailing. She wanted to attend his son‟s wedding party. When she arrived
at the party, Sampuraga‟s mother immediately called his name. Unfortunately, he denied that she was his
mother. He said that his mother had passed away. His mother was very sad. She knew Sampuraga had
already forgotten her. She prayed to God to punish him.
Suddenly, rain fell down heavily. Thunder attacked the place. Soon, the party changed into a big pond.
The water was hot. Around the pond there was a big stone. It looked like a cow. There were also other ruins.
People said that the stone and the ruins were from Sampuraga‟s party.
A. 2-4-7-1-6-5-3
B. 7-4-1-3-2-6-5
C. 2-4-6-7-5-1-3
D. 7-4-6-1-2-5-3
E. 7-4-1-3-2-6-5
There was once a little fly who thought he was very important. He felt proud of himself. One sunny
morning, he flew around looking for someone to talk to. He saw a bull grazing in a field. He decided to fly
down to talk to him.
The little fly flew down and buzzed around the bull‟s head. The bull was not bothered. He went on
chewing grass.
The fly then buzzed right inside the bull‟s ear. The bull continued chewing grass. The fly thought,
“What a stupid animal!”
Now the fly decided to land on the bull‟s face to attract the bull‟s notice. He waited for the bull to say
something, but the bull kept quiet.
The fly then shouted angrily, “Oh, Bull, if you find that I am too heavy for you, let me know and I‟ll fly
away!”
The bull laughed and said, “Little fly, I don‟t care if you stay or leave. You are so tiny that your weight
does not make any difference to me, so please be quiet and leave me alone”
24. The fly did many ways to annoy the bull; …, the bull remained silent.
A. unless
B. though
C. consequently
D. however
E. if only
25. What is the moral value of the story?
A. Don‟t be greedy.
B. Don‟t ignore the poor people.
C. Boasting will lead one to greediness.
D. One bird on hand is better than those in the bush.
E. One should place courtesy over self-importance.
The effects of climate change need to be considered along with other evolving factors that affect
agricultural production, such as changes in farming practices.
For any particular crop, the effect of increased temperature will depend on the crop's optimal temperature
for growth and reproduction. In some areas, warming may benefit the types of crops that are typically
planted there, or allow farmers to shift to crops that are currently grown in warmer areas. Conversely, if the
higher temperature exceeds a crop's optimum temperature, yields will decline. Higher CO2 levels can affect
crop yields. Some laboratory experiments suggest that elevated CO2 levels can increase plant growth.
However, other factors, such as changing temperatures, ozone, and water and nutrient constraints, may
counteract these potential increases in yield. For example, if temperature exceeds a crop's optimal level, if
sufficient water and nutrients are not available, yield increases may be reduced or reversed. Elevated CO2 has
been associated with reduced protein and nitrogen content in alfalfa and soybean plants, resulting in a loss of
quality. Reduced grain and forage quality can reduce the ability of pasture and rangeland to support grazing
livestock.
More extreme temperature and precipitation can prevent crops from growing. Extreme events, especially
floods and droughts, can harm crops and reduce yields. For example, in 2010 and 2012, high nighttime
temperatures affected corn yields across the U.S. Corn Belt, and premature budding due to a warm winter
caused $220 million in losses of Michigan cherries in 2012.
Dealing with drought could become a challenge in areas where rising summer temperatures cause soils
to become drier. Although increased irrigation might be possible in some places, in other places water
supplies may also be reduced, leaving less water available for irrigation when more is needed.
Though rising CO2 can stimulate plant growth, it also reduces the nutritional value of most food crops.
Rising levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide reduce the concentrations of protein and essential minerals in
most plant species, including wheat, soybeans, and rice. This direct effect of rising CO 2 on the nutritional
value of crops represents a potential threat to human health. Human health is also threatened by increased
pesticide use due to increased pest pressures and reductions in the efficacy of pesticides.
It is very obvious that climate change is a crucial issue. All the government in the world must concern to
sit together overcoming the problem due to this case.
27. The following may counteract the potential increase in yield, except ….
A. Drought and flood.
B. Higher CO2 level.
C. Changing temperature.
D. Ozone.
E. Water and nutrient constraints.
Nobody likes paying taxes; even, those who know that taxation is necessary and reluctant to pay taxes. It
is not pleasant to see part of your monthly income taken away from your income tax. Ignorant people think
this is injustice and make grievance of it.
Every country has a government. The primary duties of a government are to protect the life and property
of the citizens, to maintain law and order, and settle dispute between citizens in a just and orderly way
through the law-courts, to defend the country from foreign foes and to maintain and direct education, provide
hospitals for the sick and attend to sanitation. All these are great to be kept up and have to be paid.
Furthermore, schools and teachers have to be provided and supported, health experts and sanitary
engineers have to be employed. Now where is all from? Tax is needed for the benefits of the public. It is the
people as a whole rich and poor that benefit by security of the life and property, by the sound roads, by
public hospital, public school and good sanitation.
Therefore, it is necessary for people to pay taxes. The money will be back to them in the form of public
service and facility.
31. The topic of the text is about ….
A. the description of taxes
B. the necessity of paying taxes
C. the way people pay taxes
D. the objection of paying taxes
E. the facilities to pay taxes
Dear Vanessa,
How are you? I‟m going well here. Last week I went to Lombok for business. I‟m so sorry I could not
come to your place in Surabaya because it was only a short visit. I only stayed for two nights. My
colleague picked me up from the airport. Then, we continued our journey to the hotel. It was a very hot
day. I remembered that I drank three glasses of iced tea in one hour. I also visited Labuan Bajo and
Komodo Island. I did not forget to go shopping there.
Okay, Vaness. That‟s enough for now. Do not forget to write me soon. Write something for mom too.
Love,
Bintang
Dear Denny,
How are you? I hope you are not disappointed with me for replying so late. I‟ve been coped with school
works lately. I also have to manage my club.
Oh yeah, I forgot to tell you. I‟m the president of wall magazine club now. My club mates and I are
currently working on the school‟s magazine project. We are going to make a magazine as a tribute to the
school‟s 30th anniversary. I‟m busy with all the cover designs I have to draw. I am very excited.
Anyway, what about you? Are you still working on those robots? I saw your competition in the internet
last month. Well done though you only placed the second. Your robot was so splendid.
Let me now if you will have another competition. I‟d like to see it. Hopefully, you win the next
competition.
39. „‟We are going to make a magazine as a tribute to the school‟s 30th anniversary.”
The word “tribute” is similar in meaning to ….
A. sacrifice
B. homage
C. give up
D. duty
E. faith
There are several ways you can maintain your body immune system naturally to support your body's
innate ability to protect against illness; as well as minimize the severity of symptoms should you fall ill.
First, manage your stress to mitigate immune suppression.
Next, get enough sleep to support immunity.
In addition, move your body to boost immunity.
Further, eat nutrient-dense foods.
Finally, supplement with vitamins, minerals, and immune boosting botanicals.
A. 4-2-5-3-1
B. 4-1-3-2-5
C. 4-3-1-5-2
D. 1-4-5-2-3
E. 5-4-1-2-3
The following text is for questions 45 to 47
The microwave oven brings the latest cooking technology into the kitchen. The microwave oven uses state of
the art magnetic technology to heat food electronically. It is safe, clean, and most of all, very efficient. Just
follow the steps below:
Plug in the microwave. No need to press an ON button, the microwave is always ready to use! It is in a
standby mode to save power.
Put your food in the bowl made from durable non-stick plastic.
Put the bowl into the microwave, close the oven door.
Press the Auto Cook Button. Choose from the options: Meat, Vegetable, Rice, Cake and Microwave Meal.
Press the START button. The microwave oven will cook the food in a matter of minutes. It will stop
automatically when the food is done.
When the microwave stops, press the open button and take the bowl out of the oven. Your meal is ready to
serve.
45. What is the function of the standby mode in the microwave oven?
A. To ease operating the microwave oven.
B. To heat food electronically.
C. To save the power.
D. To cook the food in the bowl.
E. To stop the microwave automatically.
PRAY
(JUSTIN BIEBER)
I lose my appetite,
Knowing kids starve tonight
Am I a sinner,
'Cause half my dinner is still there on my plate
Ooh I got a vision, to make a difference
And its starting today
49. ”... there‟s sunshine behind that rain”. From the expression, it can be assumed that ....
A. It will be sunny day soon.
B. It‟s impossible to rain all day long.
C. Keep fighting because war will be over one day.
D. There‟s always sadness because of war.
E. There will be better condition after a bad one.
50. What message does the singer want to send to the listener?
A. to create the houses for the homeless
B. to build new world to the children
C. to help those struggling and in need.
D. to be careless for the victims.
E. to change the world soon
Anwar Salim
Jl. Bumi Halim, No. 12, Jakarta
10928
086912345678
salim_anwar@gmail.com
5 November 2022
Novita Sari
Human Resource Manager,
TSEC Ltd
Jl. Sapta Raya, No. 150, Jakarta
21097
I am a high school graduate and currently, I am in my last semester of college in Media and Communication
major at Brahmana University. I graduated from high school with a high distinction due to my high exam
scores and my extracurricular achievements.
I gained my journalistic experiences in my school's student newspaper. I started as a field reporter, in which I
learned valuable skills, such as developing detailed articles and maintaining a resourceful knowledge in news
topics. Later, I was promoted to the editor role, where I managed my team in producing creative content.
Under my leadership, our newspaper won the award for the Best Student Newspaper in the state for two
years in a row. I am confident that my proven skills will help me to contribute to TSEC's success.
I look forward to having a discussion about the job in an interview. I hope that my skills and experiences will
bring value to TSEC in the future. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely yours,
Anwar Salim
Lee Jimenez
483 Apple Street
New York, NY 10001
(212) 555-8965
Lee.jones@email.com
Sarah Jenkins
Recruiter
Rogers Consulting
901 Main Street
New York, NY 10001
I am reaching out to you regarding the posting for the human resources consultant position I found on
Indeed.com. I have a great interest in this position and would appreciate your consideration as a candidate for
the role.
In my previous experience, I worked in human resources departments to provide support across several
different industries. I have worked in my current role as a human resources generalist for the past four years.
Prior to this job, I worked as a human resources assistant for two years, which shows my ability to advance
in my career.
I have a strong passion for helping others, which is why I have found such fulfillment in human resources,
providing support to my fellow employees and assisting them in ways that benefit them both personally and
professionally. I also enjoy looking for solutions to common HR problems, which I feel would be a great
asset in the position with your company. Since this consultant position works directly with multiple clients,
assisting them in their human resources needs, I believe my innovative nature and strong skill set will help
me succeed.
I have strong communication skills, which are vital to success in the HR field. I also have a bachelor‟s
degree in human resources from Arizona State University. Throughout my education, I worked with skilled
human resources professionals who have shared their insights and experience with me. Some of my strongest
skills include my ability to increase employee retention through the improvement of company culture and to
develop training and education programs to ensure all employees have access to the information they need to
succeed and comply with legal requirements.
I appreciate your time in reviewing this letter and hope to hear from you in regard to the next steps in the
hiring process. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please don‟t hesitate to contact
me.
Sincerely,
Lee Jimenez
57. What does the word „comply‟ in paragraph 4 closest in meaning to?
A. conform to
B. ignore
C. command
D. give up
E. submission
Interviewer : Good morning, Mr. Anwar. Welcome to TSEC. How are you?
Applicant : I'm great. Thanks.
Interviewer : Okay, let‟s start by telling me a little about yourself.
Applicant : (58) …
Interviewer : So, why do you want this job?
Applicant : Well, I've researched the job, and found that my skills and interests really fit the role. I
think I'd be great match for your company.
Interviewer : (59) … ?
Applicant : I hope that the job would help me grow and develop my skills. I will be happy to learn and
contribute passionately for the company.
58.
A. I‟m in my last semester of college majoring Media and Communication. I have been writing news
articles since I was in high school and I was also the leader of my school's journalistic organization.
B. I look forward to having a discussion about the job in an interview. I hope that my skills and
experiences will bring value to the company in the future.
C. This job position is the best position in the company, that many of fresh graduates would be very
happy to have it as a challenge for their career.
D. Regarding with the posting for the marketing manager in your company, the applicants should have
at least two years of experience in the same position.
E. Since this position works mainly with customers, the company needs an individual that is mobile,
energetic and would like to meet many people as part of the job description.
59.
A. What are your strengths?
B. Very well. Now, do you mind working overtime?
C. What are you looking for in this job?
D. What experience do you have related with the position?
E. Where are you graduated from?
Alice Monroe
alice.monroe@email.us
524-303-1336
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented staff accountant with 5 years of experience, skilled in financial statements and account
reconciliation. Seeking position at ARF&H Healthcare. At Point Life Health, identified ways to lower
variable costs by 17% and saved $1.1M annually. Spotted and fixed a recurring accounting error that saved
another $600,000.
Work Experience
Staff Accountant
Point Life Health
May 2014–March 2019
Provided accounting and financial analysis during the preparation of financial statements. Performed work
100% error-free thanks to rigorous self-checking. Completed month-end close duties and reconciled balance
sheet accounts. Found and fixed a recurring mistake, saving $1.1M per year. Worked with cross-functional
teams to synchronize month-end record-keeping. Used automation to cut 3 hours a week of meeting time for
10 employees. Tasked with conducting deep account analysis. Found ways to cut variable costs 17%.Trained
2 new staff accountants in company best practices.
Education
2008–2012 North Carolina State University
Associate‟s Degree in Business Accounting
3.7 GPA
Worked on a project to automate accounting process for a local florist shop. Cut time needed for
bookkeeping by 45%.
Skills
Soft skills: Collaboration, communication. Critical thinking, detail-oriented
Hard skills: financial statements, IT, asset management, account analysis
Activities
Volunteer 4x per month to transport homeless animals to rescue.
Lead weekly cycling group. Increased attendance 200%.
62. How long does Alice take to be able to graduate from the University?
A. 3 years.
B. 4 years.
C. 5 years.
D. 6 years.
E. 7 years.
64. Based on the caption, what should people do to solve major problems in the world?
A. To synchronize the way people think and how the nature works.
B. To let the nature think and let the people work.
C. To plant as many as trees to help the nature.
D. To wait for the result of how the nature work.
E. To let the nature work and don‟t think.
65. What would happen if people start to think in the way of how the nature works?
A. A lot of trees will grow.
B. The world will be greener.
C. The world‟s big problems will be solved.
D. The world will start to develop in a modern way
E. There will be no more corruption in the world.
Smoking is known to be damaging to one‟s health and can cause various cancers in the body. Smoking at
any age has negative effects, including for teenagers and young adults.
Teens are often exposed to images of celebrities smoking, which can make it seem cool, even though there
are many serious downsides to smoking. In some instances, the media tries to make smoking look
acceptable, which helps tobacco companies make sales.
Teens may be faced with parents or siblings who smoke in their home. If teens live with smokers, they are
likely exposed to second-hand smoke and all the health repercussions that come with it. These teens are also
more likely to have access to packs of cigarettes that older siblings, parents or other family members have in
the household.
72. Based on the text, what makes it easier for teenagers to have access to cigarette?
A. The celebrities they see on TV.
B. The cigarette advertisement on mass media.
C. The bully they meet at school.
D. The cigarette sold at shops and stores.
E. The family members who smoke in the household.
73. “…even though there are many serious downsides to smoking.” What does the word downside
mean?
A. Lower side.
B. Worse condition.
C. The ground side.
D. Negative aspects.
E. Under the influence.
75.
A. an adult
B. a later
C. an early
D. school
E. old
76.
A. surprise
B. surprised
C. surprising
D. surprises
E. surprisingly
77.
A. However
B. Furthermore
C. Even though
D. Consequently
E. Therefore
Fight Song
By Rachel Platten
Irfan : Hi, Wa. Well, I am going to buy flowers for my mother’s birthday gift.
Salwa : What a good son! Anyway, is that your friend? (pointing to a boy behind Irfan)
Irfan : No, he is my brother, Farhan. I’ll introduce you to him. Farhan, this is Salwa, my
Salwa : Pleased to meet you too, Farhan. Um… irfan, how come I’ve never seen him whenever I
Dhona : Your performance in the opening ceremony of the national jamboree was amazing. I
really like it.
Mayang : My parents have taught me some techniques in singing. My father is a musician, and
my mother is a professional singer.
Dhona : Wow! Your family is so amazing. I believe if you join a singing competition, you will
win. You really have a good talent.
4. Dhona says, “Almost the whole audience gave you a standing ovation.” What is the synonym of the
underlined phrase?
A. Yell
B. Call
C. Applause
D. Gratitude
E. Compliment
The location is right behind a hotel, so there is no sign indicating the existence of this tourist resort.
It makes this place less known, although its beauty can be compared to other Bali attractions.
Along the trekking lane on Campuhan Hill, you will be amazed by the view of a meadow that meets
the surface of the hill. There are a lot of tropical trees in the distance that can be seen as a collection of
beautiful palm trees.
The place is calm and comfortable, free of air pollution, natural, and refreshing. Campuhan Hill is
located in the same area of Gunung Lebah Temple. Therefore, when you visit this place, you have to
behave yourself because it is a sacred area. You also have to preserve this place.
Standing on a total area of 10 hectares, the Kasepuhan Keraton is the largest, most impressive,
and best kept among the Cirebon palaces, where every niche carries its own historic significance. The
inner buildings are all painted white where the throne room, living rooms of the royal household,
and reception areas to meet guests are found. The palace stands on the south side facing the large
green square where stands the Sang Cipta Rasa Grand Mosque on the western side.
Another interesting feature of the palace is the Lawang Sanga Building located on its south side,
directly on the banks of Krayan River. This is the tax and customs office during the reign of the
Cirebon Kingdom. All goods from overseas entering the kingdom must pass Krayan River where the
King’s officials will levy the necessary customs duty. This building is most significant for the wealth
and welfare of the kingdom.
With the recent railway developments in Indonesia, the history of trains in Java during the Dutch
East Indies period is interesting to consider from the horse-drawn passenger trains to the cow-drawn
freight trains.
As reported by Kompas Daily on August 29, 1969 covered the origins of the trains in Indonesia,
including the 10 railway operators at that time.
In early 1900s, trains were drawn by cows and horses. Freight trains were pulled by cows to
transport sugarcane. Meanwhile, passenger trains, which consisted of only one or two cars, were
drawn by four horses along the Purwosari – Banyudono – Boyolali route in Central Java. This method
continued until 1912, when horses were replaced by locomotives. However, these locomotives
needed to be operated by a designated train driver because of the complex system.
To connect Magelang and Ambarawa in Central Java, a hilly area, railway operators used the
only locomotive model available in Java. A locomotive was placed on the front and back of the train.
On uphill tracks, an extra locomotive would be placed at the back to provide more power. For
downhill tracks, the locomotive would be moved to the front.
14. From the text, we can conclude that there were once _____ near railway station.
A. rice fields
B. corn fields
C. tea plantation
D. tobacco plantation
E. sugarcane plantation
Michael Faraday was a British chemist and physician who contributed significantly to the study
of electromagnetism and electrochemistry.
Michael Faraday was born in South London on September 22, 1791. When he was 14, he was
apprenticed to a local bookbinder and during the next seven years, educated himself by reading
books on a wide range of scientific subjects. In 1812, Faraday attended four lectures given by chemist
Humphry Davy at the Royal Institution. Faraday subsequently wrote to Davy asking for a job as his
assistant. Davy turned him down but in 1813 appointed him to the job of chemical assistant at the
Royal Institution.
In 1821, he published his work on electromagnetic rotation, the principle behind the electric motor.
Then, in 1831, Faraday discovered electromagnetic induction, the principle behind the electric
transformer and generator. This discovery was crucial in allowing electricity to be transformed from a
curiosity into a powerful new technology.
There were a young man and a young woman who fell in love. However, the young man wanted
to get a better life before marriage. Then, he left the village to find a job in the city. He asked the
woman to wait for him. Time passed. There was no news about the man. One day, a ship docked and
the woman looked for his beloved. However, she got the news that the man had passed away.
The woman left the dock and sat on the stone under the banyan tree. She cried for three days
which made her tears flood the area around her. She then disappeared in the pond. Later, the pond
with clear and bluish water was formed. People called it Telaga Biru.
21. How did the young woman figure out news about her lover?
A. She received a letter about it.
B. His colleague informed her about it.
C. She went to the city and looked for him.
D. She asked people from a docking ship.
E. She sailed to the city by the docking ship.
Tara, the oldest, found a nice place on a slope of a hill to build his home he built his out of twigs
and sticks he found lying on the ground.
Tito was the second. He tried to build a house not far from his elder brother’s, near a water
spring. It had to be stronger than his elder brother’s. He gathered branches, then tied them all
together with ropes.
Tania, the youngest, was very wise and careful. She collected strong pieces of wood, cut, and
nailed them together perfectly. She claimed no beast could break them through. She also built a
deep wide ditch around her house with a small bridge to cross it. The small bridge could be pulled up
if it was not used so that no animal could cross the ditch.
One night, Momo, the beast, was roaming and noticed a new house on the slope of the hill. He
smelled a fresh meat, so he easily sneaked into the twig house. Fortunately, Tara knew his arrival and
run out through the back door to Tito’s house. It was a little tougher to knock over, but Momo
succeeded to break into the house. Tara and Tito jumped over the big windows and run to Tania’s.
They cried aloud that woke Tania.
Tania prepared the bridge for her siblings to cross. Tara crossed the bridge after his little
brother. When he was in the middle of the bridge, Momo was getting closer. In a hurry, Tania and
Tito pulled up the bridge forcefully. Tara fell in front of the house, but Momo, who was about to
pounce on him, fell into a deep ditch. He sank.
23. What would happened if Tania was late to pull up the bridge?
A. The kids would have been fallen into the ditch.
B. Tara wouldn’t have been captured by Momo.
C. Momo would have destroyed the bridge.
D. Momo would have grabbed the bridge.
E. Momo would have caught the kids.
25. She also built a deep wide ditch around her house with a small bridge to cross it (Paragraph 4).
The word ‘it’ refers to ….
A. ditch
B. bridge
C. house
D. wood
E. branch
Entrepreneurs start a new business. When new entrepreneurs come they bring
new ideas to the market. They create new solutions to old problems. They create
perfect competition in the market. Due to perfect competition in the market,
customers get high-quality products and services at low er prices.
Many teenagers after graduating from high school want to study abroad. Studying abroad may be
one of the most beneficial experiences for a college student. By studying abroad, students have the
opportunity to study in a foreign nation and take in the allure and culture of a new land. Here are some
reasons to study abroad.
First, teenagers have an opportunity to see the world . By studying abroad, you will experience a
brand-new country with incredible new outlooks, customs and activities. The benefits of studying
abroad include the opportunity to see new terrains, natural wonders, museums and landmarks of your
host nation.
Second, another reason you might consider studying abroad is for the chance to
experience different styles of education. By enrolling in a study abroad program, you‟ll have the
chance to see a side of your major that you may not have been exposed to at home.
Third, many students who choose to study abroad are leaving their home for the first time. When
they arrive in their new host country, they are fascinated by the distinct cultural perspectives. When
you study abroad you will find incredible new foods, customs, traditions, and social atmospheres.
Fourth, you have an opportunity to study a foreign language. This chance can really hone your
language skills. Studying abroad grants you the opportunity to completely immerse yourself in a new
language, and there is no better way to learn than to dive right in.
Fifth, when you finish your study abroad program and return home, you will return with a new
perspective on culture, language skills, a great education, and a willingness to learn. Needless to say,
all of these are very attractive to future employers.
The last, that there is nothing quite like being on your own in a foreign country. You might find
that studying abroad really brings out your independent nature. Students who study abroad become
explorers of their new nation and really discover the curiosity and excitement that they harbour.
Based on the benefits to studying abroad above, you have to try hard to be able to do it.
33.Fourth, this chance can really hone your language skills. (Paragraph 5)
The underlined word has the same meaning with ____
A. sharpen
B. worsen
C. achieve
D. master
E. learn
Hello Rizka,
Thanks for the e-mail you sent four days ago. Sorry for the late response. It is because I have a lot of
assignments to do. I have four to finish this week and I have only submitted two so far. I reply to your
e-mail as I have a short time while having lunch.
Rizka, I am happy that you finally improve your cinematography skill. I understand that you need that
skill to do your job. I would be glad if I can help you make documentary videos or short videos in the
near future. Of course, I am below you, but I can learn.
To speed up your skill, I suggest you read online cinematography magazines and books from the
internet. You can also follow famous cinematographers’ social media. Your English is excellent, so
you do not need to worry when speaking with people around the world. I’m sure you’ll have lots of
connections so that they may give you chances to join them one day. Good luck then.
Love,
Sari
The experience is something that we will always remember. Our neighbors also come to admire
you after I have told them my story about you. As someone who lives in a big city, such a level of
hospitality has become rare to encounter. My family and I will surely take an example from that.
Along with this letter, there is also a present to express our gratitude. I hope you also wouldn’t
mind if one day we come to visit you, should we have the opportunity.
Best regards,
Hasbi
38. Hasbi family will reflect on their experience by being more _____
A. Hardworking
B. Diligent
C. Careful
D. Honest
E. Kind
39. What does Mr. Hasbi say about living in the city?
A. Everything is easy.
B. Family is important.
C. Good friends are few.
D. Honesty is expensive.
E. Kindness is uncommon.
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Wanda Samnovi
082374532197
wandasamnovi@gmail.com
Personnel Manager
MeganTech.Co
South Jakarta
I am writing this letter to apply for a position as a branch manager that is advertised during a
job fair in Lampung Convention Center on February 11, 2022.
I am hardworking, analytical level headed, and able to work under pressure and in a team. I
am also fluent in both spoken and written English.
I have enclosed my CV, recommendations, and other information for your consideration. I am
available for an interview at any time and can be reached by phone or e-mail, as mentioned
above. I look forward to the opportunity of an interview. Thank you for your consideration.
Yours sincerely,
Wanda Samnovi
To: majulancar@recruitment.co.id
Dear Sir/Madam,
I wish to apply for the position of Electrical Engineer as advertised on your website. As
requested, I enclose my resume and other documents.
I graduated from Airlangga University in 2020. I have experience in handling projects with
tight schedule, under pressure, and team work. I am proficient in computer and have
excellent English, both written and spoken. I would be able to impart my skills and gain
additional knowledge for professional growth with your company.
Thank you
Yours faithfully,
Ranggie Rayhan
Surabaya
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A. invoke
B. acquire
C. reach
D. present
E. embrace
Interviewer: According to your resume, you have ever worked for a company before.
Elva : ______
Sinar : Well, it is a family company and focused on distributing raw materials for paper
production. I worked there as an administrator who handled all the documents,
invoices, bills, and many other administration stuffs.
Interviewer : _____
Interviewer : Oh, I see. It will be the hard time for the company.
Anugerah Ramadhan
Jalan Elang 89
Tangerang Selatan 19837
PO BOX 1393
JKB 11013
I am applying for the Project Manager position advertised through Jakarta Post. As shown
in the enclosed resume, I have a strong academic background in Chemical Engineer graduated
from Universitas Indonesia on 2007.
This background, combined with over ten years of Ethylene Plant Operation as Project
Manager, has given me a unique perspective that would be particularly valuable in meeting
the responsibilities of this position, as described in your position. I am and independent
individual who is capable to work under pressure.
I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my qualifications in more
detail and look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Anugerah Ramadhan
60. What are the skills that applicant tell on the application letter?
A. Managerial and communication skills.
B. Accounting and managerial skills.
C. Public speaking and communication skills.
D. Bahasa Indonesia and English.
E. Computer and communication skills.
A. 2 years
B. 5 years
C. 8 years
D. 10 years
E. 12 years
A. irresponsible
B. awkward
C. competent
D. professional
E. expert
A. Honesty
B. Education
C. Solicitude
D. Heavy traffic
E. The beauty of nature
Plastic is everywhere. It is strong, light, cheap, and very versatile. The majority of plastic
waste does not get reused or recycled and experts believe that 50% of plastic is single-use,
meaning it is used once before being discarded.
While getting rid of plastic waste is the primary environmental problem, the production
process is a leading cause of carbon emissions contributing to global warming. It takes a lot
of energy and resources to make plastic.
A. It is not efficient because it takes huge amount of energy, higher than producing it.
B. It is efficient but there is no technology available to recycle plastic waste.
C. It is not efficient since the government prohibits recycling plastic waste.
D. It depends on the method that we use to recycle.
E. It is efficient and good for our environment.
70. Creating ‘a circular economy’ is based on the notion of maintaining the value of products,
materials, and resources … (Paragraph 4)
A. idea
B. style
C. regulation
D. constitution
E. point of view
Biodiesel is a clean burning substitute for petroleum-based diesel fuel. Biodiesel is made
of vegetable oil.
To make or manufacture Biodiesel, you must first start with raw materials. The raw
materials needed in the production of Biodiesel are a small amount of methanol and a ready
supply of vegetable product. One of the most common vegetables used in the production of
Biodiesel is corn, although depending on the geographic location of the manufacturing facility
many other plants are used as well (rapeseed, soybeans, flaxseed, etc.). The first step is to
use the raw vegetable product to make vegetable oil. Vegetable oil by itself will not be what
you need to power a car, from here it has to be processed into Biodiesel.
The process for converting vegetable oil into Biodiesel is sometimes called ester
interchange. To complete this process the vegetable oil has to be combined with a smaller
amount of methanol and then put in the presence of a small quantity of an alkaline catalyst
(for example, 5% to 1% sodium hydroxide). Vegetable oil is made up of so-called triglycerides,
which is a compound of the trivalent alcohol glycerin with three fatty acids. The goal of ester
interchange is to separate the glycerin molecule from the three fatty acids and replace it with
three methanol molecules. This process then yields roughly 90% Biodiesel and 10% of a
glycerin byproduct. The glycerin byproduct can be used in a number of other chemical
processes for different industries
73. According to the text, one of the advantages in using biodiesel is…
A. it is cheap.
B. it only uses vegetable oil.
C. it uses unreplaceable materials.
D. it can be done in small industry.
E. it gives less pollution than petroleum
74. “The process for converting vegetable oil…” (Paragraph 3). The word “converting” is closest in
meaning to…
A. producing
B. separating
C. changing
D. attaching
E. processing
Walnuts are harvested during the fall, usually between mid-September and early
November. The harvest begins when the nuts have matured and a high percentage of nuts on
the tree have split hulls, usually a small number of nuts have already started to fall to the
ground naturally. This last phase of maturation and hull split can (75) ______ by applying an
ethylene-producing compound, such as ethephon.
The nuts are removed from the tree using a mechanical shaker, a machine that grasps the
trunk and shakes the whole tree. The nuts drop to the ground, then are swept into windrows
and picked up with harvest machinery. This operation is completed quickly to (76) _____ the
time nuts remain on the ground.
Harvested nuts are taken to a huller that removes hulls from the shell with wet scrubbers
and dried in gas dryers for 24 hours or less (until the nuts reach 8% moisture content). When
dry, the nuts are ready for (77) _____. It takes sometime before they are ready for the next
process. Processors typically buy walnuts in-shell and then crack, grade, and package them for
marketing.
75. …
A. Be pulled
B. Be picked
C. Be hastened
D. Be watered
E. Be harvested
76. …
A. reduce
B. improve
C. develop
D. lengthen
E. use
77. …
A. drying
B. holding
C. cooking
D. storage
E. eating
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