PENTAS (PEKAN PEMANTAPAN TENGAH DAN AKHIR SEMESTER)
BIMBINGAN BELAJAR KSM WARU
PENILAIAN AKHIR SEMESTER (PAS) T.A 2023/2024
LEMBAR SOAL
Mata Pelajaran : B. Inggris
Kelas : 12 SMA
Read the following text to answer questions number 1 to
4.
The Surabaya Police have arrested a man, identified only
as MN, for allegedly buying an infant via Instagram.
MN was arrested at his house on Jl. Karah in Jambangan
district in Surabaya, East Java, on Sunday. He was found
to have paid some Rp3.8 million (US$250) for a baby
boy when he was only three days old.
Surabaya police chief Sr. Comr. Rudi Setiawan said
recently that the transaction was conducted in Semarang,
Central Java, on Sept. 23. The baby’s parents live in
Tangerang in Banten.
"The baby is now safe with the Surabaya administration,"
Rudi said on Monday (The Jakarta Post, Tue, October 16,
2018).
1. What is the purpose of the text?
A. To inform readers about an arrested man for buying an
infant.
B. To describe the important person for readers.
C. To argue that arresting the man is important.
D. To explain how police arrested the man.
2. What is the generic structure of the text above?
A. Orientation – Complication – Reorientation
B. Orientation – Series of events – Reorientation
C. Stating thesis – Arguments – Reiteration
D. Newsworthy event – Background events – Sources
3. "MN was arrested at his house…" The word "his"
refers to a house belonging to ...
A. The police officer.
B. The arrested man.
C. The infant-parent.
D. A Surabaya administration officer.
4. "…for allegedly buying an infant" The infant word has
a similar meaning with ...
A. Adult
B. Teenager
C. Child
D. Grown
Read the following text to answer questions number 5 to
8.
Two state-owned lenders — Bank Mandiri and Bank
BNI — will build temporary houses for 400 families
displaced by the recent strong earthquake that hit Sigi
District, Central Sulawesi Province.
Second Assistant Secretary of Sigi District Government
Iskandar Nontji informed that Bank Mandiri will
construct the temporary houses for 100 families in the
South Sibayala area of Dolo Sub-district.
Meanwhile, Bank BNI will erect temporary shelters for
300 families in Jonoge Village of Sigi Biromaru Sub-
district that severely suffered from soil liquefaction
during the 7.4-magnitude earthquake rocked the area on
Sept 28, he noted.
The temporary houses will be constructed on pieces of
land, owned by the sub-district government, village, and
community members, he stated, adding that the Sigi
district government will facilitate all related parties to
sign a letter of agreement.
"We are going to provide a letter of agreement that will
be signed by all related parties to avoid any unexpected
eventuality in the future," he explained. (Antara, 17th
October, 2018).
5. What is the text about?
A. Building temporary houses for displaced families.
B. Planning to displace the temporary house.
C. Signing a letter of agreement to build a permanent
house.
D. BNI will build a new luxury house.

6. What can we infer from the text?
A. The temporary house will be built on the family lands.
B. The displaced family will build 400 houses for two
state banks.
C. Shelters will be built by two state banks for the
earthquake victims.
D. Bank Mandiri will be built in South Sibayala.
7. What makes 400 families displaced?
A. Local governement.
B. 7.4-magnitude earthquake.
C. Temporary shelters.
D. 400 houses.
8. "The temporary houses will be constructed on pieces
of land.." The temporary word has an antonym of ...
A. Momentary
B. Transitory
C. Limited
D. Permanent
Read the following text to answer questions number 9 to
11.
Yogyakarta (JP)- National flag carrier Garuda Indonesia
has temporarily diverted its flights intended for
Adisucipto Airport in Yogyakarta to Adisumarmo
Airport in Surakarta, Central Java after one of its planes
overshot an Adisucipto runway lane on Wednesday
night.
"All of Garuda Indonesia flights heading toward
Yogyakarta, for a total of 34 flights, now will [be
diverted] to Surakarta," Garuda Indonesia VP of
corporate communications Benny S. Butarbutar said in
an official statement on Thursday.
The flights include 10 coming from and going to Jakarta,
three to and from Denpasar, Bali, two to and from
Makassar, South Sulawesi, and one flight from Surabaya,
East Java.
The airline would provide a bus at Adisumarmo Airport
to transport passengers to Yogyakarta.
Garuda Indonesia is still evacuating the Boeing 737-800
NG, which slipped on the runway and overshot a lane on
Wednesday night. It carried 123 passengers, none of
whom were harmed.
Garuda aims to finish evacuating the aircraft on Thursday
afternoon. (BBN) Taken from : thejakartapost.com
9. What is the text about?
A. Redirect flights of Garuda Indonesia from Yogyakarta
to Surakarta because of runway accidents.
B. Slipped plane accident in Adisucipto runway lane.
C. Evacuation of Garuda Indonesia after its accident.
D. Confirmation of Garuda Indonesia VP of corporate
communication about the overshot accident.
10. It can be concluded from the text that ...
A. Adisucipto Airport will be closed after the incident.
B. Because of the incident, Garuda Indonesia
permanently redirected Yogyakarta flights to Surakarta.
C. Garuda Indonesia supplied buses to support
passengers from Surakarta to Yogyakarta.
D. Garuda Indonesia had finished evacuating its plane
when this news was reported.
11. The reason why Garuda Indonesia diverted
Yogyakarta flights to Surakarta is because of
A. Maintenance of one of Garuda Indonesia’s aircraft
B. The accident of its plane which slipped on the runway
lane. Advertisement
C. Many flights at Adisucipto Airport.
D. The statement of Garuda Indonesia VP of corporate
communications.
Read the following text to answer questions number 12 to
15.
Madrid (Reuters) – Spain's most wanted thief, "The
Loner", saw himself as a Robin Hood-style figure and
said he robbed banks only because they stole from the
public, his lawyer said Thursday.
Accused of killing three policemen and holding up more
than 30 banks, Jaime Jimenez Arbe was planning to
move on to insurance companies when he was arrested
last month, Spanish media reported, citing lawyer Jose
Mariano Trillo-Figueroa.
"I am not a killer and if I was obliged to shoot at officers
of the law, it was always against my will and in order to
avoid being arrested," Jimenez said in a letter reproduced
on the websites of newspapers, El Pais and El Mundo.
Trillo-Figueroa said Jimenez, who robbed the banks
disguised in a false beard and a wig, thinks of himself as
Curro Jimenez, a Spanish 1970s television bandit in the
style of Robin Hood.
The Loner was arrested in Portugal, armed with a
submachine gun in preparation for another bank robbery-
Reuters.
12. What is the text about?
A. The websites of newspapers EI Pais and EI Mundo.
B. Spanish media reporter, Jose Mariano Trillo-Figueroa.
C. The arrest of Spains's most wanted thief in Portugal.
D. A submachine gun in preparation for another Bank
Robbery.
13. Before being arrested, Jaime Jimenez Arbe ... in
Spain
A. Had just robbed a policeman.
B. Had robbed 30 banks.
C. Would have killed three officers of the law.
D. Had robbed insurance companies.
14. The reason why "The Loner" robbed the banks is
because ...
A. His lawyer helped him.
B. He was the most wanted thief in Spain.
C. He was accused of killing three policemen.
D. He believed that the banks stole money from the
public.
15. "Trilo-Figueroa, said Jimenez, who robbed the banks
disguised in a false beard and a wig …." (Paragraph 3).
The word "disguised" means ...
A. Changed appearance
B. Reduced confidence
C. Damaged reputation
D. Exposed to view
Text 1
Dear sirs,
With reference to your advertisement in Today’s time, I
would like to be considered for Marketing Senior
Assistant post.
My present position in n an electronic marketing staff
where I have special responsibility for home appliances. I
also have experiences in other electroic goods, like
cameras and smart phones. I have been working as a
marketing specialist as soon as I completed my first
degree in 2012. My tasks among other are building good
relationship with distributors and customers, and
providing inputs for the company about pricing policies,
marketing strategies, and customer satisfaction.
Hoping to hear from you soon, I enclose my curriculum
vitae and rencent photograph.
Yours faithfully,
Harry Clarks
16. Why does the sender write the letter?
A. To apply for a certain position.
B. To provide inputs for the company.
C. To give information about his speciality.
D. To convince the readers about his experience.
17. What does the sender possibly do after sending the
letter?
A. Wait for the response of the recipient.
B. Call the recipient for the confirmation.
C. Work as a marketing specialist.
D. Complete his first degree
18.“…I enclose my curriculum vitae..” The word
“enclose” is in the closest meaning to…
A. Hedge.
B. Attach.
C. Confine.
D. Encircle
Text 2
Taylor, Inc.
694 Rockstar Lane
Durham, NC 27708
Dear Human Resources Director:
I just read an article in the New and Observer about
Taylor’s new computer center just north of Durham. I
would like to apply for a position as an entry-level
programmer at the center.
I understand that Taylor produces both in-house and
customer documentation. I am a fresh graduate of DeVry
Institute of Technology in Atlanta with an Associate’s
Degree in Computer Science. In addition to having taken
a broad range of courses, I served as a computer
consultant at the college’s computer center where I
helped train computer users on new systems.
I will be happy to meet you at your convenience and
discuss how my education and experience match your
needs. You can reach me at my home address, at (9191)
233-1552, or at rock@devry.alumni.edu.
Sincerely,
Raymond Krick
19. Why did Mr. Krick write the letter?
a. To apply for a job.
b. To ask for some information.
c. To introduce himself to Taylor.
d. To explain his educational background.
5. How does Mr. Krick know the vacancy?
a. From the radio.
b. From a colleague.
c. From a newspaper.
d. From the television.
20. What will the Human Resources Director probably do
after reading the letter?
a. Evaluate the salary offered.
b. Start working at Taylor, Inc.
c. Promote Mr. Krick to be a manager.
d. Ask Mr. Krick to come for an interview
21. What is the synonym of the word ‘fresh’?
a. Old
b. New
c. Urgent
d. Present
Text 3
225 New Station Road,
Agra – 7
March 2, 2007
To: The Manager,
Navajivan Trading Co.
Dear Sir, ,
In response to your advertisement in “The Times of
India” of today that you are on the lookout for
enterprising and capable men who can take up market
research for you, I respectfully offer myself as candidate
for the post. I give below in brief my qualifications and
experience in the line for your kind consideration.
I am a diploma holder in commercial courses from S.D.
College of Commerce, Agra, and had taken marketing as
my .special subject of study. I have worked as a field
investigator with Messrs Kirpal Marketing and Trading
Co., Agra for about two years on a salary of Rs. 1 800/-
p.m. and had the privilege of winning laurels from my
superiors in regard to my work as well as general
conduct.
I am a young man of about 24 years and possess good
health and personality. I have pleasing manners,
hardworking disposition and keenness for outdoor jobs. I
am unmarried and can be posted to any area of the
country for market study. I can speak, beside Hindi,
Punjabi, and English, some southern languages too. I can
join immediately.
I shall highly appreciate if an opportunity is given to me
to explain my experience to you in person during my
interview. Would you kindly let me know the time and
date when it will be convenient for you? Thanking you, I
am looking forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully,
B.K. Bhalla
22. What position does Bhalla apply for?
A. A candidate of a reporter in ‘The Times of India’.
B. A candidate of a market researcher.
C. A candidate of a field investigator.
D. A candidate of a university lecturer.
23. What will the company most probably do before
inviting Bhalla to an interview?
A. To ask him to hold a press conference.
B. To admit him directly as a new employee.
C. To find information from his former employer.
D. To send back his application letter without notice.
24. “I give below in brief my qualifications …”
(paragraph 1). The antonym of the phrase “brief” is …
A. long
B. short
C. concise
D. simple
Text 4
78 Jalan Balai Raya
East Jakarta
April 2, 2007
Ms. Dina Siregar.
Directory of Administration
Navaro Inc.
27 Jalan Edelweis.
Jakarta
Dear Ms. Siregar,
Your advertisement in March 30 issue of the ‘Republika’
was attractive because I believe I have the proven skills
you are requiring for an administrative assistant.
I am Linda and I’m 22 years old. I recently completed a
three course Apple Computer System. These
specialization skills have proven valuable in my work for
the past eight months as an assistant to the chief
accountant at Galaxy Building.
Since ‘proven skills’ are best explained in person I would
appreciate an interview with you. Please phone me
in the afternoon between and 5 p.m. at (021) 4733756 to
let me know the day and time most convenient for you.
Sincerely,
Linda Sincerely,
Enc. Dini Aminarto
25. What position is needed? 28. Who wrote the application letter?
A. Receptionist. a. Project Manager
B. Interviewer. b. Jakarta Post
C. Chief accountant. c. Dini Aminarto
D. Administrative assistant. d. Chemical Engineer

26. What doe’s the applicant hope after sending the 29. What is the job position that applicant applied for?
letter? a. Project Manager
A. She will be a” manager. b. General Manager
B. She will start training. c. Chemical Engineer
C. She will receive the salary. d. Academician
D. She will be interviewed.
30. Where did the company advertise the job opening?
27. “… proven skills” (line 5). The word ‘proven’ has a a. Kompas
closest meaning to … b. Jakarta Globe
A. acknowledged c. Tribun
B. external d. Jakarta Post
C. internal
D. outcome 31. What are the skills that applicant presented on the
application letter?
Text 5 a. Managerial and communication skills
Dini Aminarto b. Accounting and managerial skills
Jalan Elang 89 c. Public speaking and communication skills
Tangerang Selatan 19837 d. Bahasa Indonesia and English
October, 30th 2018
PO BOX 1393 32. How many years the applicant was working as
JKB 11013 Project Management?
To whom it may concern, a. 2 years
I’m applying for the Project Manager position advertised b. 8 years
through Jakarta Post. As shown in the enclosed resume, I c. 15 years
have a strong academic background in Chemical d. 10 years
Engineer graduated from Universitas Indonesia on 2007.
My current work as Project Management in various 33. I am and independent individual who capable to work
multinational company has given me firsthand under pressure. The word “capable” has the same
experience in the challenge associated with the meaning to…
development of a successful Petrochemical Company. In a. Irresponsible
addition, I have excellent managerial and communication b. Awkward
skills both in Bahasa Indonesia as well as English. c. Competent
This background, combined with over ten years of d. Professional
Ethylene Plant Operation as Project Management, has
given me a unique perspective that would be particularly 34. What the applicant has enclosed along with the
valuable in meeting the responsibilities of this position, application letter?
as described in your position. I am and independent a. Resume
individual who capable to work under pressure. b. Biography
I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to c. Photo
discuss my qualifications in more detail and look forward d. Certificate
to hearing from you soon. Thank you for your time and
consideration. 35. Is there any information when the applicant
graduated?
a. Yes, it’s on 2010. D. Accounting
b. Yes, it’s on 2007. E. Management trainee
c. Yes, it’s on 2005.
d. No. 37. What skills and personnel qualities are required?
A. Leadership skills, communication skills and ability to
Text 6 work in a team environment >>
Mr. William Chan B. Fluent spoken and written Mandarin
Personenel Manager C. Have known about environment
Wong and Lim Consulting D. Hard worker
PO Box 583, Kwai Chung E. Willing to work overtime
Kowloon
Dear Mr. Chan, 38. What is the name of the company or organization
I am writing to apply for the post of Management Wong Wai man Wilfred applying to?
Trainee, which was advertised on the Student Affairs A. Lucky Star Garment Manufactory Limited
Office notice board of the Hongkong Polytechnic B. Hong Kong Polytechnic University
University on 1 March 2005. C. Marketing and Strategic Management
My working experience at Lucky Star Garment D. Wong and Lim Consultant
Manufactory Limited improved my leadership skills, E. Executive in the Management Society
communication skills and ability to work in a team
environment. I have fluent spoken and written English. I 39. Where does Mr. Chan live?
also have fluent spoken and written Mandarin, and can A. In the city of China
therefore work in mainland China. B. In the city of Hong Kong
Currently I am studying a B.A. in Management at the C. In the city of England
Hongkong Polytechnic University, graduating in 2005. D. In the city of Malaysia
Subjects which I am studying that are relevant to the post E. In the city of Singapore
of Management Trainee include Operations
Management, Human Resources Management, 40. Who send the letter?
Accounting, Marketing and strategic Management. A. Mr. Chan
During my studies I have had the post of Executive in B. Mr. Wong
management Society. While leading and organizing C. Mrs. Lim
Management Society. While leading and organizing D. Mr. Wong Wai Man Wilfred
Management Society activities I have improved my E. Mr. Kwai Chung
ability to lead and supervise subordinates effectively,
ability to work under pressure and ability to work in a 41. What does Mr. Wilfred enclose the application
team environment. letter?
Working for Wong and Lim Consulting appeals to me A. Address
because it has a good reputation and it provides excellent B. Job interview
training. Your organization produces a high-quality C. Resume
service, and I can contribute to this with my leadership D. Reputation
skills and my ability to work under pressure. I am E. Skills
available for interview at any time. I look forward to 42. How does Mr. Wilfred know this ad?
meeting you. A. From Wong and Lim Consulting
Yours sincerely, B. From Student Affairs Office notice board
Wong Wai Man Wilfred C. From Lucky Star Garment Manufactory
Excl : Resume D. From Hong Kong Polytechnic University
E. From Management Society
36. What is the job title?
A. Consultant 43. What subject of study have relevant to Management
B. Operation management Trainee?, except …
C. Human resources management A. Operations Management
B. Human Resources Management
C. Accounting
D. Marketing and Strategic Management
E. Management Society

Text 7
Amar Mundi
Jl. S Alauddin
Makassar
087042689998
February 15,2014
Ms Rosmayana
SMAN 123
Pettarani Office
Makassar
Dear Ms Yana,
Thank you for posting your need for a teaching on
Jobs.com. I am available to fill this opening and can (31)
… working immediately after hiring.
I (32) … obtained my degree from Makassar State
University. As a graduate in English Education, I have
acquainted myself with a range of skills that would allow
me to blend with your school.
From your advertisement, I can see that you are looking
for candidates who have (33) … spoken and written
English skills. I look forward to an opportunity to meet
you and further discuss my qualification.
Very truly yours,
Amar Mundi
44.
A. begin
B. pass
C. lose
D. stop
45.
A. totally
B. recently
C. discussed
D. intensively
46.
A. excellent
B. ordinary
C. common
D. normal