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Piagam Pendirian : No.3405/II.001/JTG 56/7

LEMBAR SOAL UJIAN SEKOLAH

TAHUN PELAJARAN 2022 / 2023

Mata Pelajaran : Bahasa Inggris

Kelas/Program : XII IPS / XII IPA .
Hari / Tanggal : Kamis, 30 Maret 2023
Jam : 07. 30 – 09.30 WIB

This text is for questions 1 and 2.

Have you ever got stuck in a cable car? Well, I have. Last February, I went on a ski trip to
Switzerland. What a trip to remember!
The first morning, I got into a cable car and I was so excited. I wanted to go to the top of
mountain and ski down the slope. The cable car started its way up while I was looking down. The
mountain was so beautiful. Suddenly, there was a terrible noise. The car stopped. It didn't move
and it was very quiet all around
It started snowing and bean to get dark. I was alone for at least two hours. I thought,
"They've forgotten me." I felt so hopeless. Fortunately, the car started its way back down. It went
very fast.
"Sorry," a man said as I climbed out of the car. "We've never had this problem before.
Please try again tomorrow,"
"He's joking," I thought. "I've had enough of cable cars for a lifetime."

1. What is the writer’s purpose to tell the story?

A. To tell a wonderful moment during ski trip.
B. To retell a lifetime story of having a cable car.
C. To share a terrible experience of being stuck in a cable car.
D. To remember a cheerful moment of having snow in the mountain.
E. To tell an unforgettable moment of skiing down the mountain in Switzerland.

2. How was the writer’s feeling when he was stuck in the cable car?
A. Amused
B. Fearless.
C. Hopeful
D. Terrified
E. Angry
The following text is for questions 3 to 5
Prita Ayuningtyas
A-15 Duta Raya Blok 1.
Mutiara Indah Surakarta
10 February 2019
Budi Raharja
PT Sentosa Jaya
56 B Ronggowarsito St.
Surakarta

Dear Mr. Raharja,

I would like to apply for the positions of member of an editorial team advertised on your website on
10 February 2019. As requested, I enclose my application letter including my certificate and all
documents required.
The opportunity you offer is very interesting and I believe that my precious experience and educational
background would make me a very competitive candidate for this position. With the Bachelor’s degree
in communication, majoring in journalism, I have worked as a freelance copy reader at Global
Magazines.
Please see my CV for additional information on my experience. I can be reached anytime via email at
pritaayu@gmail.com or my mobile phone at 08123454671. Thank you for your time and consideration.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely

Prita Ayuningtyas

3. Why does the applicant apply as member of an editorial team? Because . . . .

A. she has Bachelor degree in Communication
B. she has already worked at a great company
C. it is relevant with her work internship
D. her master degree is Administration
E. her passion is in administration

4. Which statement is true according to the text?

A. The applicant is a journalist.
B. The company needs an editor.
C. The company offers less opportunity.
D. The applicant used to be a newsreader.
E. The applicant can work as a freelance.

5. “. . . educational background would make me a very competitive candidate for this position.” What
does the underlined word refer to?
A. Budi Raharjo.
B. A freelance.
C. A journalist.
D. Prita Ayuningtyas.
E. An editorial team.
This text is for questions 6 and 7.

23 January 2023

Dear friends,
As you all know, I’ve been accepted in another company and will resign from my position this
week. Let me say my sincere goodbye to you all.
For me, it’s a hard decision. I’ve been with you for the last four years. I have found
professional teamwork. It was the best period of my career so far. I learned a lot of things from you
all. It was really a good opportunity to be part of this team. I am sure it will be difficult to forget all
the experiences and relationships we have had so far. We will remain friends. My time is always
available for you all. I do hope my new job gives me teamwork like I have had here.
Thank you for those wonderful moments. Wishing you successful career and life today and
forever.
Best regards

Desy Utami

6. Why did the writer resign from her previous position? Because . . . .
A. she has got a promotion D. she has found a professional teamwork
B. she has got a new job opportunity E. she wants to say thanks for the cooperation
C. she just said good bye to her colleagues.

7. “It was the best period of my career so far…” (Paragraph 2)

What does the underlined word refer to ?
A. Being together with the writer’s friends in her previous company.
B. Finding professional teamwork in her recent company.
C. Having work experience in her recent company.
D. Having a hard decision in the writer’s life.
E. Being accepted in a new company.

The following text is for questions 8 to 11!

1. Hot oil treatments: Take any natural oil – olive, coconut, canola – and heat it up so that it is
warm, but not too hot. Massage is gently into your scalp. Put on a shower cap and leave it on
for an hour, then shampoo your hair.
2. Natural juices: You can rub your scalp with either garlic juice, onion juice or ginger juice. Leave it
on overnight and wash it thoroughly in the morning.
3. Get a head message: Massaging your scalp for a few minutes daily will help stimulate circulation.
Good circulation in the scalp keeps hair follicles active. Circulation may be improved through
massage by using a few drops of lavender or bay essential oil in an almond or sesame oil base.
4. Antioxidants: Apply warm green tea (two bags brewed in one cup of water) on your scalp and
leave this mixture on for an hour and then rinse. Green tea contains antioxidants which prevent
hair loss and boost hair growth.
5. Practice meditation: Believe it or not, most of the times, the root cause for hair loss is stress and
tension. Meditation can help in reducing that and restore hormonal balance.
8. The text gives tips of how to ….
A. examine the hair D. maintain the healthy hair
B. grow the hair loss E. prevent the stressed hair
C. reduce the hair loss

9. Why does the head have to be massaged?

A. To lengthened the hair loss. D. To reduce the hormonal balance.
B. To improve quality of hair. E. To heat the scalp to become warm.
C. To stimulate blood circulation.

10. What should you do to improve the stability of hormones?

A. Apply warm green tea on the scalps. D. Drink a cup of warm green tea.
B. Rub the scalp with natural juice. E. Practice regular meditation.
C. Put oil treatment on the cap.

11. When following the the tips above, what is going on for an hour?
A. Wearing a shower cap on the scalp covered in warm grease.
B. Doing regular meditation to reduce stress.
C. Rubbing scalp to reduce its’ pain.
D. Applying shampoo to hair.
E. Heating the oil treatments.

This text is for questions 12 and 13 .

12. What does the caption tell you about?

A. The NOKIA CEO’s last speech after his company has collapsed.
B. The NOKIA CEO’s last speech after his company made a mistake.
C. The NOKIA’S CEO last speech after his company did something wrong.
D. The NOKIA’S CEO last speech after his company lost in recruiting the workers.
E. The NOKIA’S CEO’s last speech after his company failed in innovating its products.

13. “We didn’t do anything wrong, but somehow, we lost”.

What does the sentence mean?
A. The NOKIA’s CEO said that his company made a mistake.
B. The NOKIA’s CEO said that his company did something wrong.
C. The NOKIA’s CEO said that his company lost in recruiting the workers.
D. The NOKIA’s CEO said that his company failed in innovating its products.
E. The NOKIA’s CEO said that his company has collapsed although they didn’t do any
mistakes.
This text is for questions 14 and 15.
Flashlight

[Verse 1]
When tomorrow comes
I'll be on my own
Feeling frightened up
The things that I don't know
When tomorrow comes
Tomorrow comes
Tomorrow comes
And though the road is long
I look up to the sky
In the dark I found, I stop and I won't fly
And I sing along, I sing along, then I sing along
[Chorus]
I got all I need when I got you and I
I look around me, and see sweet life
I'm stuck in the dark but you're my flashlight
You're gettin' me, gettin' me through the night
Can't stop my heart when you shinin' in my eyes
Can't lie, it's a sweet life
I'm stuck in the dark but you're my flashlight
You're gettin' me, gettin' me through the night
Cause you're my flash light
You're my flash light, you're my flash light
[Verse 2]
I see the shadows long beneath the mountain top
I'm not afraid when the rain won't stop
Cause you light the way
You light the way, you light the way

14. “Feeling frightened up” (line three). The underlined word has closest meaning to . . . .
A. scared
B. startled
C. shocked
D. interested
E. surprised

15. What can we learn from the song?

A. Don’t be selfish.
B. Flash light is useful in darkness.
C. Helping each other is a good way in life.
D. Listening someone suggestion may give beneficial.
E. We can’t live alone in this world and need other’s help.
This following text is for questions 16 to 19.
Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality
sleep at the right times can help protect your mental health, physical health, quality of life, and
safety. Why is sleep important?

Sleep helps your brain work properly. While you're sleeping, your brain is preparing for the next
day. It's forming new pathways to help you learn and remember information.
Studies show that a good night's sleep improves learning. Whether you're learning math, how to
play the piano, how to perfect your golf swing, or how to drive a car, sleep helps enhance your
learning and problem-solving skills. Sleep also helps you pay attention, make decisions, and be
creative.

Physical Health often relate to sleep quality. It plays an important role in your physical health. For
example, sleep is involved in healing and repair of your heart and blood vessels. Ongoing sleep
deficiency is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure,
diabetes, and stroke.

Besides that, sleep also helps maintain a healthy balance of the hormones that make you feel
hungry (ghrelin) or full (leptin). When you don't get enough sleep, your level of ghrelin goes up
and your level of leptin goes down. This makes you feel hungrier than when you're well-rested.

16. What is the best topic of the text?

A. The problem of sleeping. D. The research about sleeping.
B. The importance of sleeping. E. The information about good sleeping.
C. The quality of sleeping.

17. A research reports that enough sleep helps you .…

A. work carefully D. increase your ability to learn
B. prepare yourself E. improve your individual skill
C. become a skillful player

This text is for questions 18 to 20.

10 January 2019
Budi Rinjana
PT Amanah Perkasa
87E Ronggolawe Street
Blora

Dear Mr. Rinjana,

I am writing to apply of administration position staff member in the Administrative Department.
With my relevant educational background and work experience, I believe that I am qualified for the
position.
I am a new graduate of Airlangga University, majoring Business Administration, and highly
computer-level so I am able to handle document well. I have also been used to working with people at
all levels during my internship. Besides being attentive to details, I’m proficient in several languages,
namely English, Chinese, Korea, and French. I haven’t finished my master in Diponegoro University.
During my studies, I used to work in the summer holidays. Last summer holiday, I made a
contribution toward proper working procedures for workers at AMP Production and improvement of
the HR system for their headquarters in Charlestown. During the previous summer holiday, I worked as
 administrative assistant in large food company.
Together with this letter, I enclose my curriculum vitae for your inspection. Please, feel free to
contact me at 87509 1254 at your convenience. I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours faithfully,

Johan Kusuma

18. Why does the applicant apply as Administration position? Because . . . .

A. he has already worked at AMP Production D. his master degree is Administration
B. he has Bachelor degree in Administration E. his passion is in administration
C. it is relevant with his work internship

19. What statement is TRUE according to the letter?

A. The applicant has some experiences after graduating from his study.
B. The applicant speaks fluently more than two languages from Europe.
C. The applicant has similarity between the position and his education.
D. The applicant is postgraduate student.
E. The applicant is illiterate person.

20. “. . . with people at all levels during my internship”.

What does the underlined word refer to?
A. Applicant. D. Education background.
B. Several languages. E. Bussiness administration.
C. Airlangga University.
The following text is for questions 21 and 22.
Yuliana Wati
6B Arwana Street
Blora 29th January 2019
Princess Aulia Wibowo
Tlogomas Street 12A
Malang

Dear Lia,
Hai, my beloved daughter, how are you doing? I hope you are OK. Mom has received your result of your
study, congratulation dear because you got the highest score. Mom and Dad are happy at your
improvement this semester.

Dear, how is your thesis? Have you consulted to your supervisor? Mom and Dad always have faith in
you. By the way, will you come home in the end of this semester? We hope you come home because
your cousin, Sophia is going to marry. Don’t forget to inform us if your thesis is approved and always
take care of your health.
You know I will be alone next week because your father will go to Perth on some official business and
will return within three weeks. However, don’t worry about me because I am in a good shape. We will
wait for your coming, don’t delay in replying my letter dear. Once again, congratulation on getting the
highest score dear.

Your loving Mom,

Yuliana Wati
21. Why was Yuliana contented to the letter? Because . . . .
A. her niece will marry someone
B. her daughter will come home soon
C. she got a replied letter from her daughter
D. she got an academic result of her daughter
E. her husband will return from business soon

22. “You know I will be alone next week because your father will go to Perth on some official business and
will return within three weeks”. The underlined word refers to . . . .
A. Sophia
B. mother
C. father
D. writer
E. Lia

This text is for questions 23 to 26.

Try the following tips
1. Stay out of the sun during peak hours. While these times may vary slightly depending on the season
and where you live. You should be indoors if all possible between 10:00 and 15:00.
2. Keep covered up. Floppy hats and large umbrellas work well and so do cover-ups. Long-sleeved
cotton shirts are excellent for hiking, cycling etc; see your sports store for special brands that allow
breathing as well as cover-up.
3. Use sunscreen on any exposed areas. An SPF of 45+ is recommended for it allows even the fairest
skinned folks to stay out in the sun for a few hours before reapplying. Try chopstick on your lips.
Follow the instructions on sunscreen carefully. Always reapply after leaving the water, as it’ll have
washed off.
4. Don’t forget hard-to-reach places. Don’t forget to cover the backs of your knees, back of your neck,
elbows and back of your ears (if you have short hair). Feet should also be included if you are wearing
sandals, flip-flops or going bare-foot. Even these places can hurt a lot with sunburn.
5. Don’t lie in the sun purposefully seeking a tan. This is not only damaging to your skin but might burn
you the first few times you try it at the beginning of the season. If you want to tan, do it gradually and
sensibly, with short exposure and building up over time.
6. Put a small amount of oil or sunscreen in your hair so you will avoid burning your scalp. Or cover it
with a hat. Some shampoos and hair conditioners contain SPF protection.

23. The text tells us about …

A. The steps to cure sunburn. D. The information how to apply sunscreen.
B. The ways to catch the sunlight. E. The warning to avoid sunlight during the
C. The tips how to prevent sunburn. day time

24. What is the writer’s intention in writing the text?

A. To explain how to stay out during the day. D. To tell the important ways to protect the sun.
B. To discuss the information about sunburn. E. To describe how to apply the sunscreen
C. To give some suggestion to avoid sunburn. shampoo.

25. What should we wear to avoid sunburn?

A. Long-sleeved cotton shirt. D. Backless shirt.
B. Sleeved satin dress. E. Plastic cover up.
C. Wool sweater.
26. Why should we spend indoors between 10,00 and 15.00?
A. It’s recommended to lie in the sun to find a tan.
B. It’s the moment to put a small amount of oil in our hair.
C. It’s the time to wear floppy hats and large umbrellas.
D. It’s the best time to avoid sun exposure from sunburn
E. It’s suggested to apply sunscreen with an SPF of 45+.

The following text is for questions 27 and 28.

27. What is the text mainly about?

A. Optimistic in our life. D. Positive thinking.
B. Consistency of life. E. No pain no gain.
C. Talk less do more.

28. “Not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe”.
The bold phrases means . . . .
A. life needs sacrifice D. a dream first then try to get it
B. nothing is impossible E. result doesn’t betray the effort
C. make dream come true

The following text is for questions 29 and 30.

When the Children Cry

White Lion
Little child dry your crying eyes
How can I explain the fear you feel inside
'Cause you were born into this evil world
Where man is killing man and no one knows just why
What have we become just look what we have done
All that we destroyed you must build again
When the children cry let them know we tried
'Cause when the children sing then the new world begins
Little child you must show the way
To a better day for all the young
'Cause you were born for all the world to see
That we all can live with love and peace
No more presidents and all the wars will end
One united world under God
When the children cry let them know we tried
'Cause when the children sing then the new world begins
29. “When the children cry let them know we tried”
The underlined word can be best replaced by . . . .
A. attempted D. prepared
B. examined E. observed
C. finished

30. The singer wants to deliver a message that . . . .

A. we ought to live in diversity D. we should live in hatred
B. we should live in harmony E. we will live in fear
C. we want to live in sorrow

This text is for questions 31 to 34.

Recycling is important in today’s world if we want to leave this planet for our future generations. It
is good for the environment, since we are making new products from the old products which are of no
use to us. There are many reasons why it’s important to recycle as much as possible.
Making new products out of recycled materials reduces the need to consume precious resources.
So recycling helps protect raw materials and protect natural habitats for the future.
Using recycling materials in the manufacturing process uses considerably less energy than that
required for producing new products from raw materials.
Recycling reduces the need for extracting (mining, quarrying and logging), refining and processing
raw materials all of which create substantial air and water pollution. As recycling saves energy, it also
reduces greenhouse gas emissions, which helps to tackle climate change.
There are over 1,500 landfill sites in the UK and, in 2001, these sites produced a quarter of the
UK’s emissions of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that is released as the biodegradable waste (such
as food and paper) decomposes. Existing landfill sites are filling up fast and there is very limited space for
new ones.
A massive reduction in the amount of waste we send to landfill is required if we are to avoid the
heavy fines and the landfill taxes that are being imposed by Central Government on councils that exceed
their landfill allowances. Increases in your Council Tax or service cuts in other areas would be the only
way of paying these penalties.

31. What does the text highlight?

A. Reasons to recycle. D. Environmental construction.
B. Conserving the energy. E. Saving money through recycling.
C. Protecting the environment.

32. We know from the text that ... if we recycle.

A. landfill sites will decrease D. natural habitats will never be affected
B. climate change will continue E. air and water pollution will be affected
C. more new products will be reduced

33. ”Recycling reduces the need for extracting (mining, quarrying and logging), refining and processing
raw materials all of which create substantial air and water pollution.”
Based on this quote, we conclude that the writer is telling us that ….
A. recycling saves us money D. recycling conserves raw materials
B. recycling reduce landfill E. recycling helps protects the environment
C. recycling saves energy

34. Recycling reduces the need for extracting ... it reduces pollution.
A. because B after
 C. where E. so
D. but

This text is for questions 35 to 37.

One of the tourism icon of Lombok Island is Gili Trawangan, which is one of the small island, a
clusters of three Gilis; Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, Gili Air, as it is abbreviated by GILI TRAMENA. Gili
Tramena which is located in the west of Lombok Island, is a destination mostly visited by Foreigner
whenever they visit to West Nusa Tenggara. The 7 square kilometer island with less than 1,000
inhabitants offers stunning coastal beauty, charming white sand and stunning blue sea views, fresh air, as
well as other potentials. This small island is complete for its entertainment event especially those
underwater and beach lovers. Tourists will be offered the beauty by the activity of diving, snorkeling. It
also a place for the turtle to live and breed.
The next island is Gili Air which is part of Gili's famous three. Gili Air is a perfect combination of Gili
Trawangan and Gili Meno. Gili Air also offers the depth atmosphere nature. Here you can also enjoy the
views of the open sea without being blocked by the mountains of Lombok on the North Coast. Cafe, Bar,
and Restaurant are mostly located in the east of the island. Here is the beauty of the night in Gili Air
located. Many also places are available to rent bicycles and snorkeling gear. On the west side, they will
find white fresh and beautiful sand beaches. Gili Air also provide a comfortable and cheap lodging for
tourists. Gili Air is the best option for a place to relax and to get experience of local culture, but still enjoy
the same facilities as gili trawangan.
Gili Meno is the smallest island with the quietest atmosphere in the Gili islands. Presenting the
beauty of the beaches with crystal-clear waters that surround the island, Gili Meno is a place for the best
beach. It is a great place for honeymooners, a romantic atmosphere that the visitors can by having huts
roof thatched, or exploring the ocean by boat. Gili Meno is the right choice for Traveling with the love one
for its romantic atmosphere.

35. What does the text talk about?

A. Some facilities in Gili Air. D. Turtle conservation in Gili Trawangan.
B. The beauty of Lombok Island. E. The romantic atmosphere in Gili Meno.
C. Coral conservation in Lombok Island.

36. What statement is TRUE according to the text?

A. Turtles can be seen in Gili Air.
B. Gili air has higher living cost than Gili Meno.
C. People can do pre wedding photo in Gili Meno.
D. We can find a beautiful underwater view in Gili Meno.
E. Some mountains are blocked sea view in Gili Terawang.

37. “It is a great place for honeymooners, a romantic …”. (the last paragraph).
The underlined word refers to . . . .
A. Gili Trawangan
B. Lombok Island
C. Gili Tramena
D. Gili Meno
E. Gili Air
This text is for questions 38 to 40.
The Legend of Senua Island
Once upon a time in Natuna, Riau, there lived a poor couple, Baitusen and his wife, Mai Lamah.
They decided to move to Benguran island which supposedely had bountiful natural resources.
When they arrived in the new island, they were welcomed by kind friendly islanders. They helped
the couple build their houses although they were strangers.They were happy with their decision to
move. Mah Semah, their midwife neigbour, who also treated the sick, told them to come whenever they
fell sick.
Baitusen and Mai Lamah’years of hard work were paid off. They became rich. Mai Lamah liked
wearing extravagant jewellery. Her previously humble attitude was replaced by arrogance.
One night, Mah Semah came asking for some rice. “My children are so hungry but I can’t afford
to buy some food. Please help us,”begged Mai Lamah.
But, Mah Semah sent the midwife away after saying,”If you want rice, you have to pay it.If you
have no money, you have to work.”
One day, Mai Lamah found out she was pregnant. She and Baitusen were happy. When the time
for Mai Lamah to deliver the baby, Baitusen asked for Mah Semah for help. She refused to help.Then, he
asked other neigbours, no one was willing to help.
Mai Lamah was in a great pain, so Baitusen prepared their ship. They went to another island to
find help. Before they departed, Mai Lamah asked her husband to bring their all jewellery. The ship was
loaded with their wealth.
In the sea, the storm came. Thunder attacked their ship, which slowly sunk. Mai Lamah turned
into stone. People named it Senua Island. Meanwhile, her jewellery turned into swallows. Today,
Bunguran Island is known as home for swallows.

38. What can we learn from the story?

A. Hatred will result in revenge.
B. Be careful what you wish for.
C. Greed will bring us to destruction.
D. Think twice before we do something.
E. We should think carefully before we take action.

39. Which statement is true according to the story?

A. Mah Semah rejected Mai Lamah to escape from the island.
B. Mai Lamah was so arrogant after she became rich.
C. Mai Lamah took revenge to Mah Semah.
D. Strong wave destroyed the couple’s ship.
E. The couple sunk to the sea.

40. “Her previously humble attitude was replaced by arrogance”.

What is the similar meaning of the bold typed word?
A. Kind-hearted.
B. Down to earth.
C. Friendly.
D. Wealthy
E. Helpful.
 II. Read the following text, and then answer the questions that follow.

Vanila cake

Ingredients
1 cup white sugar
½ cup butter
2 eggs
1 tbs vanila extract
1 ½ cups self raising flour
½ cup milk

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and Flour a cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl cream together the sugar and butter. Beat in the eggs, then add a tablespoon of vanilla
extraxt and whisk. Add flour to the mixture and stir in milk until the batter is smooth. Pour or spoon batter
into the gresed cake pan.
3. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven.

Questions:
1. What are the advantages of cooking at home?
2. Have you ever cooked at home? What are the difficulties?
3. What cooking tools do you have ? What is the function of each tool?
4. Mention the directions of making vanilla cake with your own words!
5. Do you think learning to cook is an essential life skill that we should all possess? Why?