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A. Choose the best answer from four options available

Question number 1 to 3 refer to the following letter

John Donaldson
8 Sue Circle
Smithtown, CA 08067
909-555-5555
john.donaldson@emailexample.com

September 1, 2018

George Gilhooley
Times Union
87 Delaware Road
Hatfield, CA 08065

Dear Mr. Gilhooley,

I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the Times Union. As requested, I
enclose a completed job application, my certification, my resume and three references.

The role is very appealing to me, and I believe that my strong technical experience and education
make me a highly competitive candidate for this position. My key strengths that would support
my success in this position include:

I have successfully designed, developed and supported live-use applications. I strive continually
for excellence. I provide exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers. With a
BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a comprehensive understanding of the full lifecycle
for software development projects. I also have experience in learning and applying new
technologies as appropriate. Please see my resume for additional information on my experience.

I can be reached anytime via email at john.donaldson@emailexample.com or by cell phone, 909-

555-5555.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this
employment opportunity.

Sincerely,
Signature (hard copy letter)
John Donaldson
(https://www.thebalancecareers.com/job-application-letter-sample-2062548)

1. What is the text about?

A. A letter to apply programmer position
B. A letter to promote programmer course
C. A letter to show someone’s working experience
D. A letter to show someone’s educational background

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2. What are not mentioned as the writer’s working experience?

A. Developing a solar technologies program
B. Designing supported live-use applications
C. Providing exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers.
D. Experience in learning and applying new technologies as appropriate

3. “I have a comprehensive understanding of the full lifecycle for software development

projects.” The underlined word has similar meaning with . . . .
A. Progress
B. Deterioration
C. Change
D. Stability

Question number 4 to 6 refer to the following advertisement

Axe theorizes that the white running man we often see guiding us to emergency exits isn’t
running from a burning inferno, but in fact a pack of lust-driven ladies, crazed by the
escapee’s Axe scent.
(https://www.wordstream.com/blog/ws/2012/02/08/seven-innovative-ads)

4. What does the advertise probably promote?

A. Woman shampoo
B. Men odor
C. Men jeans
D. Kids lotion

5. When is it suggested to apply Axe?

A. Bathing
B. Right after it’s bought
C. After running
D. Before running

6. “. . . crazed by the escapee’s Axe scent.” The underlined word can be replaced to . . . .
A. Material
B. Ingredient
C. Aroma
D. Powder

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Question number 7 to 8 refer to the following announcement

Doe Corporation has a work environment that promotes diversity, embraces change, and
provides leadership opportunities to every team member. We are on a fast track within
the applications industry and are seeking highly skilled professionals to take us even
further.
So if you are looking to make a move and are a highly motivated professional who
welcomes new challenges, take a look at Doe Corporation... We have your next GREAT
OPPORTUNITY.
Contact us at (phone, fax, and e-mail).
(https://www.writeexpress.com/announ09.html)

7. What does the announcement inform?

A. The best performing worker in Doe Corporation
B. The professionals who are in Doe Corporation
C. The president profile of Doe Corporation
D. The Job opportunity in Doe Corporation

8. “. . . We have your next GREAT OPPORTUNITY.” The underlined word probably refer
to . . . .
A. The job seekers
B. The interviewers
C. The manager s
D. The opportunity creators

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Question number 9 to 10 refer to the following invitation

Dear:
We would like to invite you to attend our company party to celebrate its anniversary which
will be held at Orchid Hotel on 25th March 2019. The party will start at 9 A.M. and will end at
4 P.M. this event will include several games and group dynamics. Alongside, there will be
some stage shows and performances. Breakfast, lunch and snacks will be served accordingly.
We encourage you to come at 8 A.M at the hotel lobby.
This event is organized as a team building activity in order to foster camaraderie among
employees of PT Abadi Raya. Moreover, this party is another way to reward all of your great
job you have done recently. The company aims to unite its people in order in order to work for
common goal, and this is just another plan to achieve such goal.
Since the party is a company event, we request you to come in formal attire. Nevertheless, you
can determine the specifically style you prefer as long as you dress formally.
For further question and confirmation, you may contact Mrs. Irawati Danuarta at ext 895. You
can alson reply this email for more inquiries. Please confirm your attendance before 15th
March 2019.
We would appreciate your presence in the party we are excited to see in the venue.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Irawati Danuarta
HR Manager
PT Abadi Jaya
(https://letters.sampleinvitationletter.info/Company-party-invitatio-letter/)

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9. What does paragraph three mainly talk about?
A. The events rundown
B. The clothing rule
C. The history of the company
D. The president’s company profile

10. What are not mention as the event content?

A. Games and group dynamics
B. Lunch
C. Performances
D. Salary

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Question number 11 to 13 refer to the following

Project lead : What do you think about our plans for this product launch?
Colleague : It looks to me like you have a lot planned before your deadline. I would
suggest you push your deadline back so you have time to run a successful
advertising campaign.
Project lead : I respectfully disagree with you there. The priority is to launch before the
holidays, so we do not want to move this deadline.
Colleague : I would suggest you discuss this further with the advertising team.
(https://www.fluentu.com/blog/business-english/business-english-dialogues/)

11. What is mainly discussed in the dialogue?

A. Holidays
B. Plans for holiday
C. Plans for product launch
D. Advertising campaign

12. Why does the project lead disagree with the colleague’s statement?
A. Because if they prolong the deadline, the launch can’t be held before holiday
B. Because the launch was already prepared well
C. Because they both work for advertising company
D. Because they must discus further to the advertising team

13. “I would suggest you discuss this further with the advertising team.” What does ‘this’
refer to?
A. Holding the event
B. Moving the deadline
C. Discussing with advertising team
D. Planning a new launch project

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Question number 14 to 16 refer to the following dialogue

Policeman : Excuse me. Stop. The light is red.

Student : I'm sorry. I did not notice.
Policeman : Most of the people are in hurry.
Student : If a man is in a hurry, he has to violate a signal.
Policeman : The signals are for you people.
Student : But sometimes, they are very long.
Policeman : It depends. Laws are for everybody.
Student : I don't agree. Laws are usually for the poor.
Policeman : No one is rich or poor in the eyes of a law. It is equal to all.
Student : But it usually does not happen. The poor are challenged and fined, not the rich.
Policeman : You are mistaken. Throughout my service, I have treated equally.
Student : Exceptions are there. You may do your duty honestly.
Policeman : It is the same with everybody. If you are good, everyone is good.
Student : It is not a general practice. I have different experience. If you do a good turn, you get a
bad one.
Policeman : No. Always keep in mind. Do good and have good.
Student : It is an old saying now.
Policeman : This is universal truth. It is ever green. It never becomes old.
Student : O.K. If you say, I agree.
Policeman : Thank you. One thing, always keep in mind. Don't find fault with others. Always sweep
before your own door.
Student : Thanks for your advice. Good-bye.
Policeman : Good-bye.

(https://goodreadingfor.blogspot.com/2013/10/a-dialogue-between-policeman-and-student.html)

…….
14. What can be learned from the dialogue?
A. We should keep walking even though it’s red line
B. Be rich and you will be respected
C. We should avoid to mind other’s business
D. We should follow the rules to keep peace condition for everyone

15. Where could probably the dialogue take place?

A. At school
B. On the street
C. In an office
D. At police station

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16. “Don't find fault with others.” The underlined word has similar meaning to . . . .
A. Truth
B. Mistake
C. Advice
D. Signal

Question number 17 to 18 refer to the following dialogue

Jessy : Well it’s an amazing Sunday, isn’t it?
Justin : Yeah it’s true, and this weekend will be our last amazing weekend
Jessy : Why?
Justin : Because next week we are going to have a final exam. I am afraid if I can’t pass the
exam.
Jessy : No, you will. If you study with all of your effort, you will definitely pass the exam.
Justin : Yeah, I know, but feel lazy to study that hard.
Jessy : Then if you do so, you know the answer.
Justin : I won’t pass the exam if don’t study hard.
Jessy : There you got it.
Justin : Ok, I’ll do my best. Because I will have a big party if I pass the exam.
Jessy : Wow don’t forget to invite me, huh!
(https://www.englishcafe.co.id/contoh-percakapan-bahasa-inggris-dengan-menggunakan-
conditional-type-i/)
17. What are they talking about?
A. Graduation party
B. Final examination score
C. Weekend plan
D. Situation before examination

18. When will Justin hold a big party?

A. Before examination
B. In the examination week
C. After continuing study to university
D. After graduation

Question number 19 refer to the following dialogue

Maria : Do you see Jessica?
Gina : She was picked up by her brother.
Maria : What is going on?
Gina : I’m not sure.
Maria : Did she say something to you?
Gina : Yes, she did. This notepad was given to you.
Maria : Did she give you some money?
Gina : I’m sorry, Maria. The money was bought some ice cream.
Maria : Oh no! 7
(https://www.pustakabahasainggris.com/contoh-dialog-passive-voice-2-orang-dalam-bahasa-
inggris/)
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19. Why was Maria panic?

A. Because Jessica lost her notepad by her carelessness
B. Because Jessica took back her notepad
C. Because Gina didn’t keep the money to Maria
D. Because Gina gave the money to Maria

Question number 20 to 21 refer to the following announcement

IMPORTANT
SMART School invites you to show your English speaking skill and get big prizes.
Please join the contest that will be concluded:
• At the Language SMART School
• On Saturday, 11th May 2019
• At 9 A.M sharp
Enroll yourself no later than Tuesday, 7th May 2019 to: SMART School, Sumpah Pemuda
Street 8, Bandung.
For details, please contact:
Kartika: 0822233440019 or Seta: 0899012323333
(Taken from: Intan Pariwara)

20. What does the announcement tell about?

A. A speaking course
B. A speech contest
C. A course promotion
D. A big prize free gift

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21. What firstly we do if we want to join the contest?

A. Attend the contest with costume play
B. Register ourselves
C. Buy a ticket
D. Join without registering

22. “Enroll yourself no later than Tuesday.” The underlined word can be replace with . . . .
A. Reject
B. Call
C. Accept
D. Register

23. X: I came to your house, but you weren’t at home.

Y: Sorry, last night . . . .
A. I have meeting
B. I’m having a meeting
C. I had a sudden meeting
D. I would like to meet

Question number 24 to 26 refer to the following dialogue

Annie : Let’s go shopping. I have got quite a number of things to buy, and I believe I can get them all in
this shop. You see, I ought to buy a present for my friend. She has invited me to her birthday. What
shall we look at first?
Briana : Gloves, I think. They must be on the ground floor. Yes, here we are, and I can see just the kind I
want.
Annie : Well, that didn’t take us long, now let’s go up by the escalator to the third floor.
Briana : We’ll just take a quick look around to see if there is anything we could take back as presents for
the family.
Annie : I like these books, and do you? Shall we ask how much they are?
Briana : I want to get a comb and some hair clips. Where do you think I can find them?
Annie : Oh, you must go to the haberdashery department. That’s on a lower floor, I believe. We’ll get
them on our way out.
Briana : How do you like those white shoes just over there, on the right?
Annie : I like them very much, indeed. They are perfect for summer wear.
Briana : Do you think they’re my size? They look just about right.
Annie : You should try them on.

(http://englishstandarts.blogspot.com/2012/08/examples-of-modal-verbs-in-texts-and.html)

24. What is Annie looking for?

A. Hair clips
B. A new department store

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C. A present for a friend

D. Books

25. “They must be on the ground floor.” What are ‘they’ refer to . . . .
A. Shoes
B. Books
C. Hair clips
D. Gloves
26. “Oh, you must go to the haberdashery department.” The underlined word can be replaced
with . . . .
A. Shoes shop
B. Men clothing shop
C. Kids clothing shop
D. Pet shop

Question number 27 to 30 refer to the following dialogue

Jane : Please lend me a novel.
Lilly : I am sorry the novel is being read by my sister.
Jane : Do you have another novel?
Lilly : No, I don’t have any novel, but my sister has.
Jane : So what is your favorite book?
Lilly : I love comic. It is read every night before sleep.
Jane : May I see your comics?
Lilly : Yes, sure. Here you are. But Conan is being read by my brother.
Jane : No problem. Where did you buy these comics?
Lilly : Those were bought in Gramedia.
Jane : Does your sister like novel so much?
Lilly : Yes, she does. Novels are collected by her. A novel is always bought in a month.
Jane : She’s a novel-holic.
Lilly : Yeah. Do you want to go with me to the bookstore? I want to buy English Book.
Jane : Why not! Let’s go!

(https://www.pustakabahasainggris.com/contoh-dialog-passive-voice-2-orang-dalam-bahasa-
inggris/)

27. What is mainly spoken in the dialogue?

A. Bookstore
B. Favorite reading stuff
C. Novel
D. Comic

28. What can be imitated from the speakers?

A. Bookstore fan

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B. Buying novel
C. Reading habit
D. Visiting each other

29. Why can’t Jane borrow Lilly’s novel?

A. Because Lilly’s sister read it
B. Because Lilly doesn’t have novel
C. Because Jane forgot to return Lilly’s novel
D. Because Jane planned to lend Lilly a novel
30. “Yes, she does.” What is ‘does’ referring to?
A. Lilly’s sister also has novel
B. Lilly’s sister also reads novel
C. Lilly’s sister also likes novel
D. Lilly’s sister also likes comic

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Question number 31 to 33 refer to the following letter

789 Ferguson St.
Exeter, PA, 52094

June 2, 20xx

Alfred Shrimpton
Director, Marketing
LithText International Inc.
151 North Valley Dr.
Exeter, PA, 52187

Dear Alfred:

This is to advise you that I have accepted the position of Marketing Manager, with Gandolfo
Networks Inc., based in Buffalo New York. Accordingly, please regard this as my official
letter of resignation.

My last day of work here will be June 28, 20xx. This will give me three full weeks from next
Monday to complete the current marketing program design to which I have recently been
putting the finishing touches. In addition, during this period I will be able to bring both you,
and my deputy Aaron Roach, up-to-speed on all of the operations and outstanding issues in
my department.

I am very much looking forward to the professional challenge being offered to me by

Gandolfo, which as you know, is the market leader in its field. Incidentally, during the
recruiting process, the Gandolfo people were very impressed with the experience and
knowledge that I had gained here at LithText International over the past five years.

In closing, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to you as my supervisor, as well as

to my many friends and colleagues at LithText. I have truly enjoyed my years working with
all of you, and am grateful for the many learning and growth opportunities I was given over
the years.

I wish all of you at LithText International continued success.

Sincerely,

Ryan Alexander
(http://www.writinghelp-central.com/resignation-letter.html)

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31. What is the letter about?

A. A resignation letter
B. An application letter
C. A love letter
D A congratulation letter
32. Why did Ryan Alexander resign from the LithText International Inc.?
A. He was fired.
B. He was appreciated to be a supervisor in Gandolfo Networks Inc.
C. He was accepted as Marketing Manager in Gandolfo Networks Inc.
D. He built a computer company
33. “. . . as my official letter of resignation.” The underlined word has similar meaning to . . .
.
A. Registration
B. Retirement
C. Agreement
D. Application

Question number 34 refer to the following dialogue

(In a police station)
Frank : (crying) I’m sorry Mom.
Mother : How could you on earth taking someone else’s money like this?
Frank : I’m really sorry Mom.
Mother : If only you told me that you need more money, you know I would give it surely,
Son.
Frank : I’m afraid you can’t afford it Mom. You work alone to pay education fee for
brother and I. I thought I can help. I don’t know that my friend lied to me like this.
If I knew, . . . .

34. A. I won’t do this

B. I wouldn’t do this
C. I wouldn’t have done this
D. I will never do this

Question number 35 to 36 refer to the following announcement

“Ladies and gentlemen, as we start our descent, please make sure your seat backs and tray
tables are in their full upright position. Make sure your seat belt is securely fastened and
all carry-on luggage is stowed underneath the seat in front of you or in the overhead bins.
Thank you.”
(https://airodyssey.net/reference/inflight/)

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35. Whom are the announcement likely presented to?

A. Plane passengers
B. Train users
C. Bus conductors
D. Stewardesses

36. What could the purpose of the announcement?

A. To avoid passenger inconvenient
B. To prepare luggage before landing
C. To pay the ticket
D. To keep flight safety

Question number 37 to 40 refer to the following announcement

Mr & Mrs John Smith
request the pleasure of
Guest's Name
at the marriage of their daughter
Jane
to
Mr Edward Jones

at St Andrew's Church, Oxford, Oxfordshire

on Saturday 15th September 2019
at 1:30 pm

and afterwards at
The Queen's Head Hotel, Oxford, Oxfordshire

R.S.V.P by 30th June to

Mr & Mrs John Smith
48 Pine Road
Oxford
OX 1BH
(https://www.hitched.co.uk/wedding-planning/invite-wording-and-
etiquette/wedding-invitation-wording_527.htm)

37. Whose wedding is it?

A. Mr. and Mrs. John Smith
B. Mr. Edward Jones’s cousin
C. Mrs. John Smith’s niece
D. Jane and Mr. Edward Jones
38. When should we confirm our attendance to the inviter?
A. 30th June 2019
B. 15th September 2019

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C. 30th May 2019

D. 15th October 2019

39. According to the invitation, R.S.V.P (Répondez S'il Vous Plait) can be guessed as . . . .
A. Please
B. Please reply
C. Please respond
D. Please come
40. “. . . Mr & Mrs John Smith request the pleasure of. . .” The underlined word has similar
meaning with . . . .
A. Sadness
B. Happiness
C. Sorrow
D. Bad mood

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B. Fill the blanks!

Question number 41 refer to the following text

The Biggest Insect was Found – An Example of News Item Text
An explorer has found the biggest insect ever on record – so large it can scoff a carrot.
The insect is called a Weta Bug and has a huge wing span of seven inches and weighs
as much as three mice.
An entomologist Mark Moffett, 55, discovered the cricket-like creature up a tree on
New Zealand’s Little Barrier Island. He spent two days searching for the creepy
crawly which were thought to be extinct after Europeans brought rats to the island
many years ago.
“This became all the more amazing when we realised that this was the largest insect
recorded.” Mark said.
(https://freeenglishcourse.info/example-of-news-item-text-the-biggest-insect-was-
found/ quoted from The Sun)
41. What is the news about? [Biggest insect]

Question number 42 refer to the following text

Interviews were carried out with each of our 20 branch managers within the last month.
They were questioned about their objections to the central policy and asked to identify its
main failings. Research into our main competitors’ practices and sales was also undertaken
by personal visits to stores and assessment of sales figures in the trade press.
(https://oup.useremarkable.com/production/images/uploads/3676/original/sample_Business_Rep
ort.pdf?1479137052)

42. According to the text above, where would the report needed? [a company]

Question number 43 refer to the following text

The history of basketball began with its invention in 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts by
Canadian physical education instructor James Naismith as a less injury-prone sport than
football. The game became established fairly quickly and grew very popular as the 20th
century progressed, first in America and then throughout the world. After basketball
became established in American colleges, the professional game followed. The
American National Basketball Association (NBA), established in 1946, grew to a
multibillion-dollar enterprise by the end of the century, and basketball became an integral
part of American culture.
(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_basketball)

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43. What happened to the basketball as the 20th century progressed? [Grew faster]

Question number 44 refer to the following text

Boil the water First. Second, take two spoons of coffee and two spoons of sugar. Put them
into a glass. Next, pour the hot water into a glass. Then, stir it gently. Finally, your coffee is
ready to drink.
(http://britishcourse.com/22-contoh-procedure-text-sederhana.php)

44. “Put them into a glass.”

What does ‘them’ refer to . . . . [coffee and sugar]

Question number 45 refer to the following text

Last sunday, there was Thomas cup badminton championship between Indonesia and China.
It was held on Gelora Bung Karno Sport Palace. I went there with my Brother, Andi.

Before entering Gelora Bung Karno Sport Palace, we looked the bus that took Indonesian
badminton team players. I saw taufik Hidayat, Muhammad Ahsan, Hendra Setiawan, Hayom
Rumbaka, Angga Pratama, Rian Agung, Simon Santoso, Sony Dwi Kuncoro and the other
Indonesian badminton players in that bus. They were very handsome. Then, we followed that
bus to main-entrance. I found that Taufik Hidayat left from the bus. When we wanted to get
close to Taufik Hidayat, a security guard held me back. But, I thought that security guard was
familiar because he was my old friend when I was senior high school, he was Andre. After
that, he let me in. finally I could meet Taufik Hidayat and got his signature.
(http://britishcourse.com/recount-text-complete-explanation.php)

45. “After that, he let me in.”

In the sentence, who does ‘him’ refer to? [The writer old friend/The security guard]

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