LISTENING COMPREHENSION UAS ( Paket A – 1 )

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

PART I

Directions : For each question, you will see a picture in your test book and you will hear four
short statements. The statements will be spoken two times. They will not be printed in your test
book so you must listen carefully to understand what the speaker says. When you hear the four
statements, look at the picture in your test book and choose the statement that best describes
what you see in the picture. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and
mark your answer. Look at the sample below.

Now listen to the four statements.

Statement ( B ), They’re having a meeting. best describes what you see in the picture.
Therefore, you should choose answer ( B )

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3.

PART II

Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear a question spoken in English, followed by
three responses, also spoken in English. The question and the responses will be spoken two
times. They will not be printed in your test book, so you must listen carefully to understand
what the speakers say. You are to choose the best response to each question.

Now listen to a sample question.

You will hear:
You will also hear:

The best response to the question “How are you?” is choice (A), “I am fine, thank you.”
Therefore, you should choose answer (A)
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5. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
6. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
7. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

PART III

Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear four short conversations between two people.
The conversations will not be printed in your test book. You will hear the conversations two
times so you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers say. In your test book, you
will read a question about each conversation. The question will be followed by four answers.
You are to choose the best answer to each question and mark it on your answer sheet.

8. What are these people planning to do?

A. Sightsee downtown.
B. See a play.
C. Go to a movie.
D. Tell jokes.

9. What does the woman want?

A. Advice.
B. A phone.
C. A bank draft.
D. A letter.

10. Why is the woman in Chicago?

A. She won a free trip.
B. She is there for a business and pleasure.
C. She wants to show anew product that she has invented.
D. She wants to visit their family.

11. Where does this conversation take place?

A. In a hotel.
B. At the beach.
C. At a restaurant.
D. On a cruise ships.
PART IV

Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear several short talks. Each will be spoken two
times. They will not be printed in your test book so you must listen carefully to understand and
remember what is said. In your test book, you will read two or more questions about each short
talk. The question will be followed by four answers. You are to choose the best answer to the
question and mark it on your answer sheet.

Questions 12 and 13 refer to the following announcement.

12. How is it known that the whole statue was 7 meters high?
A. The statue was measured.
B. An architect’s records were discovered.
C. It was estimated from the size of the head.
D. Another statue of Damatian was 7 meters high also.

13. Where would this announcement most likely be heard?

A. On a tour bus.
B. In a classroom.
C. In a museum.
D. At church.

Questions 14 and 15 refer to the following report.

14. What is the problem?

A. Banks are closed.
B. Water mains broke.
C. Streets are flooded.
D. Rush hour traffic is heavy.
15. What are citizens asked to do?
A. Avoid driving.
B. Call the police.
C. Clear up the area.
D. Stay away from downtown.

This is the end of the listening comprehension.

PART V. Directions: Questions 16– 29 are based on short dialogs of certain situation, such as
invitation, daily activity, opinion, etc. Choose the one best answer, (A), (B), (C), or (D), to each
question. Answer all the questions following each short dialog on the basis of what is stated or
implied in the dialog. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark
your answer.

Question 16 to 18 refer to the following text

The British Crown Jewels were given a new home in March 1994. The collection includes
some 20,000 gems, among which is the world’s largest diamond. It had been housed in an
underground bunker at the Tower of London which could not accomodate the 2 million
visitors a year who wanted to view the jewels. The Crown Jeweler himself, the only person
allowed to handle the jewels, packed up the collection for the move to the 10-million-pound
Jewel House in Waterloo Barrack, just above the old bunker.
The crown Jewels have been at the Tower since 1327; they have been moved only twice
since 1867, the last time to the bunker in 1967. The new premises feature a moving
walkaway which carries visitors past the displays more quickly,preventing the congestion
that so often occured at the old site.

16. What was the Crown Jeweler’s responsibility during the move?
A. To assess the value of the collection.
B. To locate a new site for the display.
C. To examine the jewelry the defects.
D. To pack up the jewelry by himself.
17. When was the collection moved to the underground bunker?
A. In 1324
B. In 1867
C. In 1967
D. In 1994
18. The synonym of the word congestion in “ ..preventing the congestion “is ?
A. crowding
B. noise
C. confusion
D. accidents
Question 19 and 20 refer to the following text

From: Lia Sharon

To: Edyson Ronny
Subject: Employment position
Date: May 4,2016
Attachment: 1

Mr.Ronny,

I tried to call you yesterday morning about 10 but was unable to reach you. I wanted to let you
know that I am quite interested in the position of Project Manager that you recently advertised.

I am fluent in English, French and German. As you can see from my resume(attached), I have had
two years’ experience as a project manager in a government office and about a year as the manager
of a large Jakarta bookstore. I want to work in an international environment and I believe I am
qualified for this position.

One problem: I am currently finishing my business degree. I will not be available for employment
until May 23.

I would very much like to further discuss this position with you and I am available for an interview.
Please contact me by email or phone.

Thanks,
Lia Sharon

19. What problem does Ms.Sharon mention in her email?

A. She is unable to start work immediately.
B. She is not free to come to an interview at present.
C. She can’t speak foreign languages.
D. she doesn’t have experience as a project manager.

20. What can be said about the position that Ms.Sharon is interested in?
A. It is a new listing.
B. It has the best benefit.
C. It has the highest pay.
D. It has already been filled
Question 21 and 22 refer to the following text

Iwan Fals is an Indonesian singer–songwriter. In 2002, He was born in Jakarta, on 3 September

1961 to Harsoyo, a soldier, and Lies Suudijah. He studied SMAK BPK Bandung. He continued his
studies at Sekolah Tinggi Publisistik and then Jakarta Arts Institute.
1981 saw Iwan Fals' breakthrough, when he signed to Musica Studio to record his first solo
album, Sarjana Muda. This album shows Iwan Fals' signature country music style, with the protest
song "Guru Oemar Bakrie", which talks of how a teacher is poorly paid but still responsible for
educating future well-paid and successful people. 'Guru Oemar Bakrie' became very well known and
popular in Indonesia, and helped established Iwan's name.
1982's Opini, also on Musica Studio, cemented Iwan's reputation as a protest singer, but also as a
balladeer. 'Galang Rambu Anarki', for his newborn son, combined both elements, commenting on
both the happy event of the birth of his first child, but also commenting on rising prices, saying that
perhaps his child would be malnourished if they could not afford to buy milk.
In April 1984, Iwan was arrested and questioned for two weeks after performing the songs
'Demokrasi Nasi' and Mbak Tini, both songs never recorded on album, in Pekanbaru. The song Mbak
Tini was about a prostitute with a road-side coffee shop, married to 'Soeharyo' (Suharto).The events
were retold on the song '14-4-84' on 1986's Ethiopia.
Iwan Fals continued to release albums throughout the 1980s, while in 1989 he formed the
group Swami. A similar grouping was Kantata Takwa, which contained several Swami personnel. The
album Kantata Takwa' was released in 1990, featuring songs such as "Bento" and "Bongkar" , two of
several songs which they sang during a demonstration by college students.
Up to the release Orang Gila in 1994, Iwan had released approximately two new albums per year for
15 years. Since 1994, he has greatly reduced his release schedule, putting out only two singles in
1995, and one in 1996, while in 1998 Kantata Samsara, the second and final album by Kantata
Takwa, was released. Time magazine named him as a Great Asian Hero.

21. We can conclude from the text that ...

A. Iwan is a unpopuler singer.
B. Iwan is a productive song writer.
C. Iwan used to be a teacher.
D. Iwan wants to be a politician.

22. Iwan is popular as ...

A. rock singer.
B. jazz singer.
C. protest singer.
D. talented guitarist.
Question 23 and 24 refer to the following text

Please read a few important details. First, do you all have your employee handbook? If
you need one, go see Ms. Chambers in HR right away. Please read your handbooks, sign
the form on the back page, and return those to the HR department by the end of the day
Friday. Next, timesheets are to be turned in to your department manager by 5 p.m. each
Friday. It's your responsibility to make sure they are filled out properly. If they aren't,
your paycheck will be delayed. If you have any expense vouchers or overtime
documentation sheets, paper clip - do not staple - them, to the back of your timesheet.
Overtime must be pre-approved by your direct supervisor, and you have to get a
documentation sheet from the supervisor before working the overtime hours. Pay days
are the 15th and 30th of each month, or the closest Friday if one of those dates falls on a
weekend. Finally, please note carefully company policy in regard to keeping your work
stations clean and projecting a professional appearance in your personal dress.

23. When will employees be paid?

A. At the middle of each month
B. By 5 p.m. each Friday
C. After they work overtime
D. Before the weekends

24. What is the purpose of the information?

A. To persuade consumers.
B. To announce information.
C. To debate policy.
D. To explain a problem.
Questions 25 and 26 refer to the following text

By signing this air bill, sender agrees that Nova Express is not responsible for any claim
due to loss, damage, or non delivery in excess of $100 unless the sender declares a higher
value and pays additional charges based on that higher value. Declared value of the
package cannot exceed $500. In the event of untimely delivery, Nova Express will at
sender’s request refund delivery charges. See back of air bill for further information

25. What is the purpose of this notice?

A. To discuss how Nova Express can improve its service.
B. To inform customers of Nova Express’s limits of responsibility.
C. To convince potential customers to choose Nova Express.
D. To explain how government regulations affect Nova Express.

26. To obtain more information, what should the sender do?

A. Read the back of the airbill.
B. Ask for a special form.
C. Sign the airbill.
D. Call a Nova Express office.

27. Read the following dialog and answer the question

Woman : Ow! My tooth really hurts!

Man : Lisa, you’ve had a toothache for over a week. You should go to the
dentist. Why don’t you make an appointment?
Woman : I can’t. I tried, but he is on vacation until Thursday. I’ll have to wait
two more days.
Man : Well, I guess you have no choice then. But be sure to call first thing Thursday.

What day is it?

A. Tuesday
B. Thursday
C. Friday
D. Saturday
 28. Read the following dialog and answer the question

Woman: I have to decide whether to take Spanish or German on Tuesday mornings.

Spanish sounds so romantic, doesn’t it? But you’ve enrolled for German,
haven’t you? It’d be fun to study together.
Man : Well, you know, Spanish class meets on Thursday morning, not Tuesdays.
That’s why I’m taking German.
Woman : Oh.Well,I guess I’ll be taking German too then. I can only study on Tuesdays.

Why does the woman want to study Spanish?

A. She can study with her friends.
B. She thinks it sounds romantic.
C. She thinks it will be easy.
D. It will be fun to study with her friend.

29. Read the following dialog and answer the question

Reza : I saw a nice-looking restaurant not far from here.

Gina: Yes, but I never go there. The service is terrible.
Reza: That’s too bad. Good service is important.

What is the problem with the restaurant?

A. It doesn’t look nice.
B. It’s too far away.
C. The service isn’t good.
D. The food is bad.

For question 30 to 41 , choose the appropriate expression to complete the dialog

30. Ines : What do you think of this color for my office?

Rudi : ... It’s too bright.
A. You should fill out the blue form.
B. It is a bit cooler right here.
C. I love it so much.
D. I really don’t like it at all.

31. Mona : Why don’t we have lunch at the coffee shop?

Nia : ...
A. The coffee shop is downstairs.
B. I don’t drink much coffee.
C. That’s a good idea.
D. Because I have got my lunch.
32. Dita : Do you know what time the zoo close?
Cio : ...
A. I think everyone leaves by 5:00.
B. Well, the office is closed.
C. You really should buy new clothes.
D. It’s twenty five to six .

33. Mira : What’s your opinion of the plans for the new office?
Trixi : ... I really like the concept.
Mira:
A. We’ll have a planning meeting next week.
B. We don’t have any openings right now.
C. The office is going to be renovated.
D. I think they’re wonderful.

34. Father : Kiki, where ‘s Tiara ?

Kiki : ...
Father : Good, She has so many clients nowdays.
A. She’s fixing the machine.
B. She’s designing a website.
C. She’s sleeping in her room.
D. I don’t know where she is.

35. Riana: Why did he prefer to live in Surabaya ?

Feta : If he had the choice, ...
A. he will find a good job.
B. he would have lived in his hometown.
C. he would live in the country.
D. he wants to be a business man

36. Teacher : Bobby, It’s 9 a.m. but you looks so sleepy

Bobby : I was so tired. ...
Teacher : Well, you need to manage your time.
A. I’m going to finish my homework tonight.
B. I have 3 homework from three different subjects.
C. I usually drinks coffee to wake me up.
D. I finished my assignment at eleven last night

37. Tika : Have you heard about our school program next semester?
Lia : Sure. . . .
Tika : That will be fantastic. I’m good at speaking but not on writing.
A. We will have new programs to be done.
B. The business mentors will guide us.
C. We’ll have English Writing Class.
D. It’s going to be informed to students soon.
38. Mary : Hi Larry, glad to see you. Say, what do you do for a living?
Mita : ... I greet the guests , show them to their table and give them menu.
Mary : Sounds like a boring job .
A. I work as a receptionist.
B. I plan to work as a lawyer
C. I’m working as a tour planner
D. I work as a waiter

39. Senna: This is really a nice book? Who wrote it?

Yossi : ... She is one of my favorite writer as well.
A. It was written by Rebecca.
B. They can be bought at book stores.
C. She likes to write poems.
D. I did. It was my materpiece.

40. Man : Let’s discuss this further at next week’s Friday meeting.
Woman : Unfortunately, ...
Man : Well, maybe we can talk that morning over breakfast.
A. I went to Surabaya last Friday afternoon.
B. I’ll be leaving for Surabaya Thursaday night.
C. I have eaten my breakfast this morning.
D. I really love to have a meeting soon.

41. Rika : Senni, have you decided which projector is best for our office?
Senni : . . . and I’m waiting for the last one to call me back.
Rika : Maybe you can try him again. We’ve got an important presentation
in two weeks.
A. I prefer to buy the equipment .
B. I tend to choose the light one.
C. I was looking for a candidate
D. I’ve spoken with several sales people
For questions 42 to 44, complete the following text with the words provided.

Ms.Joanne Swift
Director of Human Resources
Convac Financial Services
Los Angeles,CA 92710

Dear Ms. Swift:

I (42) .... your message yesterday concerning an interview time. I am very interested in
meeting with you. Unfortunately, I will be in Spain on a business trip (43)... June 30 through
July 6. Would it be possible to (44)... at your office in Los Angeles sometime during the week
of July 10?
Please contact me at your earliest convenience.
Sincerely,
Jay Johns

42. A. have received

B. receives
C. am receiving
D. received

43. A. from
B. in
C. on
D. at

44. A. show
B. meet
C. sing
D. visit
For questions 45 to 47, complete the following text with the words provided

To: All Dining Room staff,

Restaurants should remember to keep the customer’s needs at the forefront of every dining
experience. Here are a few tips for accomplishing this:
First, Speak (45).... Greet your diners the minute they walk in the door.Use respectful titles –
sir, ma’am and miss work well.Show them to their table.Pay attention to what they want.Be
thoroughly versed on your menu. Ask questions and repeat their orders to make sure you
get it right.
Next , don’t Make Them Wait. If your diners have to wait too long for their first round of drinks,
appetizer or meal, it really won’t matter to them that your bartender makes the best
martini or the chef prepared the best steak. Your diner is already irritated and hungry. You
can call this the negative turning point. Remember that it can be hard to win back your
disappointed customer. Avoid (46)... them at all costs. Make sure you have enough staff on
hand so they never have to wait too long. Be forthcoming and informative. You’ve probably
heard the term speed of service. You might even have a speed of service goal built into your
policies. Your goal is to (47)... your diners with exactly the same quality food and service
every day and at every time of day.

Restaurant Manager
Barbra String

45. A. rudely
B. carelessly
C. appropriately
D. beautifully

46. A. disappointing
B. fixing
C. recognizing
D. targetting

47. A. postpone
B. hire
C. accommodate
D. evaluate
For questions 48 to 50, complete the following text with the words provided

Perfect Arrangements specializes in filling your company’s need for unique floral
gifts. Flowers (48)... a positive image at corporate events and can enhance the (49)...
of your company’s product during promotions.Flowers can be used as effective and
beautiful incentives to motivate your staff. Another use of flowers that should be
seriously considered is as gifts for your valuable customers. Our (50)... sales
representatives are trained to provide you with the best personal service. Not only
that, but they can also help you select floral gifts with a special significance. Please
call or drop by Perfect Arrangement today!

48. A. view
B. write
C. try
D. create

49. A. attractive
B. attract
C. attractiveness
D. attracttively

50. A. green
B. experienced
C. unskilled
D.incompetent

This is the end of the test.