Questions 1 to 3 are based on the following text.
the contention about global warming and
The latest round in an ongoing debate over global-
warming trends claims that warming has indeed
slowed down this century. An obvious slowing in the
rise of global temperatures was recorded at the
beginning of the twenty-first century. This was
referred to as a "hiatus" or a "pause". This hiatus was
first observed several years ago. Climate-change
skeptics have used this as evidence that global
warming has stopped permanently. But in June the
previous year, a study in science claimed that the
hiatus was just an artifact which disappears when
biases in temperature data are corrected.
Now a prominent group of researchers is countering
that claim. They argue in Nature Climate Change that
even after correcting these biases the slowdown was
real. "There is this mismatch between what the climate
models are producing and what the observations are
showing," says lead author John Fyfe. "We can't ignore
it." Fyfe uses the term "slowdown" rather than
"hiatus". He also stresses that it does not in any way
weaken global-warming theory.
The study that questioned the existence of the
slowdown corrected known biases in the surface
temperature record maintained by the US National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
The finding showed differences in temperature
readings from ships and buoys. This effectively
increased the record about warming. The researchers
also extended the record to include 2014. This set a
new record high for average temperatures.
Thomas Karl, director of National Centers for
Environmental Information in Asheville, calculated the
rate of global warming between 1950 and 1999 as
being 0.113°C per decade. This was similar to the
0.116°C a decade calculated for 2000-14. This, Karl
said, meant that an assessment done by the influential
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change in 2013
showing that warming had slowed was no longer valid.
(Adapted from www.nature.com)
Topic: Extracting Core Information
Subtopic: Defining the Topic
1. The passage above mainly discusses about….
A. the hiatus observation was first carried out
several years ago
B. the reason why global warming is slowing
down in this century
C. global warming is a verifiable issue in the
space of a decade
D.
whether it is indeed slowing this period
E. the view of study in science that the hiatus is
an artifact which vanishes
Topic: Understanding Implicit Information
Subtopic: Finding Contextual Meaning
2. The word “prominent” in paragraph 2 means….
A. well-known
B. promenade
C. shrewd
D. indolent
E. magnificent
Topic: Paraphrasing Detailed Information
Subtopic: Understanding Specific Information
3. Why have some claimed that global warming a
fabricated issue?
A. Because there’s no valid data to prove that
global warming is real.
B. Since the existence of the slowdown corrected
known biases in the surface temperature record
upheld by the US NOAA.
C. As an assessment done on Climate Change
presenting that warming had slowed was no
longer valid.
D. For the researchers is countering that in Nature
Climate Change even after correcting these
biases the slowdown was real.
E. Because of the diversification in temperature
readings from ships and buoys, the study
found.
The following text is for questions 4 to 5.
Over the last two decades, the use of ICT has been an
important topic in education. On the one hand, studies
have shown that ICT can enhance teaching and
learning outcomes. For example, in science and
mathematics education, scholars have documented that
the use of ICT can improve students’ conceptual
understanding, problem solving, and team working
skills. Consequently, most curriculum documents state
the importance of ICT and encourage school teachers
to use them. However, teachers need to specifically
trained in order to integrate ICT in their teaching.
Schools are known to be resistant to innovation and
change, however, the spread of ICT is beginning to
affect how teachers teach. One of the current issues
about the use of ICT is how it is integrated into the
curriculum. The curriculum document provide
arguments for introducing ICT in the school setting.
Therefore, schools expect that graduates from teacher
education programs have a reasonable knowledge of
how to use ICT. However, this may not be the case
because most current teachers’ pre-service preparation,
and subsequent in-service courses were designed by
using traditional educational technology and settings.
Thus, the participants in these courses are not familiar
with the processes, interaction patterns, features, and
possibilities of teaching learning processes based on
ICT.
Effective development of pre-service teachers’ ICT
proficiency does not seem to be a direct process, but is
the one asking for a careful, complex approach. First, a
need assessment is important to find out what ICT
skills and knowledge teachers need at schools. Second,
designers of teacher education programs should know
the pre-service teachers’ perceptions of ICT and their
attitudes toward ICT integration into curriculum.
Third, teacher education programs need to consider the
two typical arguments that support the ICT use in
schools.
(Adapted from www.cjlt.ca)
Topic: Paraphrasing Detailed Information
Subtopic: Restating Phrases and Sentences
4. Which of the following best restates the sentence
“Over the last two decades, the use of ICT has been an
important topic in education. On the one hand, studies
have shown that ICT can enhance teaching and
learning outcomes.” in paragraph 1?
A. ICT usage has been a vital topic in education
and studies indicate that ICT can develop
teaching and learning upshot.
B. Studies have shown that ICT can enrich
teaching and learning end result
C. The use of ICT has been an insignificant topic
in education. Also, studies have shown that
ICT can enhance teaching and learning
outcomes.
D. Over the last two decades, the use of ICT has
been an important topic in educational method.
E. Over the preceding two decades, studies have
exposed that ICT can increase teaching and
learning outcomes.
Topic: Extracting Core Information
Subtopic: Comprehending Main Ideas
5. Based on the passage, paragraph 1 most likely
discusses….
A. educational growth in the last two decades
B. the development of education by using ICT
C. the advantages of using ICT in the learning
process
D. teachers need to be trained in order to integrate
ICT in their teaching
E. ICT and education in today’s learning
development
Question number 6 to 8 are based on the following
text.
Sleepiness after eating is a response of the body to
chemical changes during the digestion process. This is
normal and it happens to everybody. However, if
sleepiness occurs every time after eating and obstructs
your ability to function, this may be a concern.
Sleepiness after eating is caused by many factors, such
as the type of food you consume, messy sleeping
habits, your health condition and so forth. The body
requires energy to function and this energy is obtained
through food. Post-eating, the body releases hormones
such as amylin, glucagon and cholecystokinin. These
hormones increase blood sugar levels, creating a
feeling of fullness and producing insulin that will be
streamed through cell tissues and provide energy for
them. At the same time, the brain releases serotonin
that causes drowsiness.
Moreover, food also influences melatonin production
in the brain. This is the hormone that is responsible for
sleepiness post-meal. Some foods that are rich in
protein, such as meat, poultry, eggs, fish, spinach, tofu,
cheese and soybeans can trigger more drowsiness than
others. Additionally, foods containing carbohydrates
also help produce serotonin and tryptophan amino
acids found in the brain. This is the reason why you
feel sleepy after eating carbohydrate-rich foods.
Overeating can also cause sleepiness. Post-meal, the
body streams more blood to the digestive system to
better digest foods in massive amounts. This causes a
temporary blood and nutrients shortage in the brain. To
prevent post-meal drowsiness, it’s better to eat a
balanced diet containing vegetables, grains and good
fats to provide continuous energy. Drink lots of water
and limit your sugar intake.
Bad sleeping patterns can also cause sleepiness after
eating. After a meal, the body feels full and relaxed,
making the body feel like it is resting, resulting in a
feeling of sleepiness, particularly if you didn’t get a
good night’s sleep the night before. To avoid this,
improve your sleeping habits to prevent stress.
Engaging in regular physical exercise can help you get
a good night’s sleep. It is recommended that you avoid
napping if you are having trouble sleeping at night.
 (Adapted from www.thejakartapost.com)
Topic: Understanding Implicit Information
Subtopic: Author-related Questions
6. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?
A. To discuss the amount of food to consume so
as not to feel sleepy
B. To inform the readers about the factors of
sleepiness after eating
C. To argue the effect of eating too much foods
for the brain
D. To tell the readers the benefit of eating certain
foods
E. To investigate what causes drowsiness after
overeating
Topic: Understanding Implicit Information
Subtopic: Author-related Questions
7. By writing the sentences in paragraph 2, the author
intends to tell the readers about….
A. foods that are rich in protein, such as meat,
eggs, fish, tofu, cheese and soybeans can
generate more drowsiness
B. overeating protein and carbohydrate-rich foods
obstructs your brain’s ability to function well
C. the reason why carbohydrate-rich foods make
you feel sleepy
D. food combinations containing tryptophan
amino acid and carbohydrates make you feel
drowsy
E. the hormone melatonin production in the brain
is responsible for sleepiness after eating.
Topic: Understanding Implicit Information
Subtopic: Predicting Paragraph
8. It can be predicted from the passage that….
A. the finer you manage your sleep, the more
lethargic you feel
B. the more fish you eat, the better it is for the
brain
C. the less you eat carbohydrate-rich foods, the
less you will feel drowsy
D. the less meat you eat, the more you will feel
drowsy
E. the less you consume protein and
carbohydrates, the better it is for the body
The text below is for queries 9 to 10
Indonesia is the world’s third-largest coffee producer
and exporter, after Brazil and Vietnam. National coffee
output has grown over the past decades, albeit not in a
linear fashion as harvests fluctuate strongly from one
year to another depending on the weather. With per-
capita coffee consumption on the rise both in Indonesia
and the wider region, there is obvious room for further
growth, but there is also an obvious need for
investment. The capital required to take Indonesia’s
coffee industry to the next level presents appealing
prospects for investors, while the country’s burgeoning
coffee culture also brings opportunities for foreign
exporters.
Indonesia’s tropical climate produces almost ideal
conditions for planting coffee. Today, most Indonesian
coffee comes from Sumatra, but Sulawesi and
Kalimantan, the Lesser Sunda Islands of Bali,
Sumbawa and Flores as well as the country’s
easternmost region of Papua all contribute to national
output. Robusta coffee makes up more than three
quarters of Indonesia’s produce; the remainder is of the
milder Arabica type. The numerous coffee-growing
regions in the country produce beans of distinct flavors
and properties, and a number of highland Arabica
coffees from Indonesia are recognized by aficionados
the world over.
Indonesian coffee exports rose from 336,840 tonnes
(or 5,614,000 60-KG bags) in crop year 2000/2001 to
656,400 tonnes (10,940,000 bags) in 2012/2013,
according to data collated by the International Coffee
Organization. Total production over the same period
increased from 419,220 tonnes to 763,800 tonnes. At
present, the principal destinations for Indonesian
coffee are the US, Japan and Western Europe
(particularly Germany), but Indonesia is well placed to
capitalize on the fast-rising demand in the ASEAN
region and in China.
Indonesian per-capita consumption of around 1.2 kg in
2012 pales against more than 4 kg in the US, around 7
kg in the world’s number one coffee producer Brazil
and more than 10 kg in various European countries.
But with Indonesian per-capita consumption having
already doubled in just a few years, domestic demand
looks to be on a fast growth trend. This puts the
world’s fourth-most populous country on course to
become a leading coffee market. Local demand is
driven by the lifestyle changes that accompany
urbanization and economic development. Caffeine
consumption tends to increase when a larger part of the
labor force works in an office environment.
(Adapted from www.gbgindonesia.com)
Topic: Extracting Core Information
Subtopic: Summarizing The Passage
9. What is the best summary of the passage?
A. The primary destinations for Indonesian coffee
export are the US, Japan and Western Europe
 B. Total production of Indonesian coffee over the
same period has increased
C. Indonesia is well placed to capitalize on the
fast-rising demand in the ASEAN region
D. The various coffee-growing in the country
produce beans of distinct flavors
E. Indonesia’s coffee growing and Indonesia’s
coffee industry needs growth capital
Topic: Paraphrasing Detailed Information
Subtopic: Understanding Specific Information
10. What can be inferred from paragraph 3 in the
passage?
A. The coffee export has decreased in several
years
B. Total production deducted from 419,220
tonnes to 763,800 tonnes
C. Indonesian coffee exports increased from
2000/2001 to 2012/2013
D. Indonesia is in a good site to take advantage of
fast-rising demand in ASEAN
E. The US, Japan and Western Europe are the
destination for Indonesian coffee
Latihan Soal 11
There are two crucial points on the topic of education
and training of future educational psychologists. They
are: the space and context of the school/educational
psychologist’s performance; and the psychology
undergraduate course curriculum. On the first point, it
is understood and defended that there is a big
difference between being an educational psychologist
on the staff of a school, and acting as a school
psychologist in a private office outside the institution.
Even though the profession is defined by education
(degree) and the purpose of the work (responding to
school’s demands), it is understood that the
local/position in which the professional stands makes a
big difference in the role of its actions. Consequently,
different elements are required in the process of the
individual’s education/training, such as: knowledge
about educational policies, organization and laws;
training to deal with institution dynamic and continued
education, etc.
On the second point, it is defended that the school
environment and the whole structure that delimits this
space should be considered when choosing disciplines
and the method of knowledge construction for
undergraduate curricula design, thereby expanding the
professional’s insight into other knowledge fields, such
as education and politics, among others. About the
curriculum related to the performance of educational
psychologists outside (as consultants or autonomous
professionals) and inside the school (as part of the
teacher/functionary board), a discussion is proposed
between the professional practice and the reflections
enabled by the application of the Network of Meanings
concept, which may show, among others, connections
between elements.
Adapted from: http://ac.els-cdn.com
The passage is mainly concerned with…
a. psychological elements in education
b. important points of education and training
c. the work of educational psychologists
d. educational policies for psychologists
e. educational psychologists’ education and
training
Latihan Soal 12
Before engineers dreamed of eliminating drivers in
cars, they imagined eliminating the side mirrors. Now
a long-sought solution looks closer to finally stripping
cars of side mirrors. Many automakers demonstrate
video systems that replace the Mickey Mouse ears with
cameras. Continental, a major parts and systems
supplier to automakers, was one of them.
In a customized Mercedes-Benz CLS, Continental
demonstrated how its system would work. Thumb-size
video cameras on the exterior of the car replace the
side-mounted mirrors and use interior screens on the
left and right side of the dashboard to deliver views of
what is next to and behind the car. The screens are near
where a driver would normally look to check a mirror,
and the camera views are wider than what a physical
mirror can provide, eliminating blind spots along the
side of the car. The cameras, which can automatically
adjust to reduce glare from sunlight or increase
brightness at night, are also helpful in tight parking
spots.
Technology suppliers hope that regulations requiring
old-fashioned physical mirrors will be amended.
Philipp Hoffmann, BMW’s project manager for
camera monitor systems expected to begin road testing
of the mirrorless systems in Europe this year, quickly
followed by additional testing in Asia. He remained
hopeful that the United States would follow soon.
He may have a good reason to be optimistic. Daimler
AG, parent company of Mercedes-Benz, is already
testing a couple of autonomous tractor-trailers in
Nevada that use large high-definition screens instead
of side mirrors. Also, BMW recently received an
exemption from the Transportation Department in the
U.S. to allow it to deploy an automatic parking feature
that enables a BMW 7 Series car to park itself, while
the driver stands on the curb. It is a feature the
company demonstrated only a year ago.
Using cameras instead of physical mirrors could also
end dangling damaged mirrors. To replace a typical
mirror can be expensive as much as $946 on a 2015
Acura RLX, according to the insurance institute.
However, Mr. McConnell at Continental noted
potential savings in building cars that no longer need
the structural support for side-mounted mirrors.
Adapted
from: https://www.nytimes.com/2016/02/05/automobil
es/end-of-the-road-may-be-near-for-side-mirrors.html
How is the last sentence of paragraph 3 related to
paragraph 4?
a. The last sentence of paragraph 3 describes the
regulation in implementing the technology in
the U.S. and the following paragraph
elaborates it.
b. The sentence discusses the possibility for the
technology to be implemented in the U.S. and
the following paragraph explains the reason
for the possibility.
c. The sentence states Philipp Hoffman’s idea
about eliminating drivers in car and the
following paragraph elaborates the idea.
d. Paragraph 4 provides an example to support
the idea about the implementation of
Mercedes-Benz technology mentioned in the
previous sentence.
e. Paragraph 4 explicates Continental’s sense of
optimism provided in the last sentence of
paragraph 3.
Latihan Soal 13
The green movement is catching on in many pockets
of the world. This is especially true in the construction
industry. Today’s buzzwords, which include global
warming and zero emission, are causing everyday
people to look for ways to reduce their carbon
footprint. Purchasing environmentally-friendly
property is a good investment for those who are
concerned about their own health and the well-being of
the earth. Based on this trend, entire districts, known as
eco-communities, are being designed with green
initiatives in mind. Dockside Green in Victoria, British
Columbia, Canada is one of these communities. Its
goal is to become the world’s first zero-emissions
neighborhood.
Builders of Dockside Green have the environment in
mind with every choice they make. They ensure proper
ventilation, and guarantee residents 100% fresh indoor
air. Interior and exterior building materials, such as
paints and wood, are natural and non-toxic. Eco-
conscious builders use bamboo wherever possible
because it is durable and does not require pesticides to
grow.
Energy efficiency is one of the top priorities in eco-
communities, such as Dockside Green. Not only do
energy-efficient appliances and light fixtures reduce
the environmental impact of heating and hot water,
they also save residents and business owners money.
Dockside Green claims that homeowners will use 55%
less energy than average residents in Canada. Though
they are sharing space by investing in condo-style
living, residents will have individual utility metres.
Studies show that people use approximately 20% less
energy when they are billed for exactly what they use.
In addition, water is treated at Dockside Green and
reused on site for flushing toilets.
Planners of eco-communities such as Dockside Green
must take the future into account. Dockside Green will
reuse 90% of its construction waste. They also plan to
continue using local suppliers for all of their transport
and maintenance needs. This is a great way to reduce
emissions. Dockside residents will be encouraged to
make use of a mini transit system and buy into the
community’s car share program. Finally, plans are in
the works for a high-tech heating system that will use
renewable biomass instead of fossil fuels.
Adapted from: http://tx.english-
ch.com/teacher/lyn/level-c/ecocommunities-dockside-
green/
The false idea that the author may hold about Dockside
Green is that…
a. It is where more natural living can exist.
b. It provides all eco-friendly properties.
c. It encourages all houses to utilize efficient
energy.
d. It is a good asset to buy a property in it.
e. It reduces global warming and emissions.
Latihan Soal 14
Having known the benefit of seasonal detoxification, it
is then important for us to know how to do it. The best
way to begin a spring cleanse, and to optimize results,
is to incorporate cleansing and alkalizing foods,
nutrients, botanicals, and mind-body healing practices
into a gentle program. They also allow healing and
transformation to spring forth naturally.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
philosophy, every season correlates to different
“elements” or organ systems in the body. For example,
winter correlates with the water element and the
kidneys/bladder system. From a Western naturopathic
perspective, cold weather can put stress on your
adrenal and thyroid glands. As a result, the blood
becomes more acidic and there is a buildup of lactic
acid. This can lead to sluggishness, muscle and joint
pain, and arthritis.
Both Eastern and Western naturopathic medical
systems agree that the transition from winter to spring
offers an ideal opportunity to shed extra weight. It is
also a good time to gently cleanse accumulated toxins
from the body. This excess buildup can be the result of
numerous factors. The main causes include unhealthy
diet, poor digestion, lack of exercise, winter
dehydration, normal metabolic processes, and
environmental pollution.
In TCM, spring corresponds to the liver and the
gallbladder. A gentle spring cleanse effectively
supports the liver’s vital detoxification processes. It
also eliminates toxins stored in organs and tissues,
helps shed excess weight, alkalizes the body, and gets
your circulation and energy moving. Digestion is
improved and inflammation is reduced. Moreover,
blood sugar is balanced and immune functions better.
A cleansing diet is the most critical component of any
detoxification program. Animal protein, particularly
red meat, should be minimized during a cleanse. It
emphasizes lighter, organic plant-based proteins that
are easier for the body to digest. Below are the critical
components of a detox diet which can help improve
digestion and enhance detoxification, resulting in
greater energy and vitality.
Adapted from: http://innergardensprings.com/igs-
blog/archives/06-2016
What is the best summary of the passage?
a. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
philosophy believes that seasonal
detoxification is a crucial practice for a holistic
mind-body healing. This is because every
season correlates to our body differently.
According to this philosophy, our body is
craving for a spring cleanse every year, and we
must listen to our body.
b. Seasonal detoxification should be done during
the transition from winter to spring since it is
the right time to get rid of toxins, shed extra
weight and alkalize the body. To do this,
people should incorporate cleansing and
organic plant-based diet and combine them
with mind-body healing practices.
c. To obtain the best outcome for health, a
detoxification program can only be done
during winter of spring for three days up to
three weeks. An effective way to do this is by
combining cleansing and alkaline foods with
light exercises.
d. To achieve the best result, a detoxification
program needs to be done in between April
and May. To do this, people need to combine
cleansing with an alkaline-based diet that
relies heavily on organic foods.
Cleansing and alkalizing foods, nutrients, botanical
and mind-body healing practices are the foundations of
Traditional Chinese Medicine. To incorporate a TCM
philosophy, every person must do a fast cleansing
program in the spring.
Latihan Soal 15
Having known the benefit of seasonal detoxification, it
is then important for us to know how to do it. The best
way to begin a spring cleanse, and to optimize results,
is to incorporate cleansing and alkalizing foods,
nutrients, botanicals, and mind-body healing practices
into a gentle program. They also allow healing and
transformation to spring forth naturally.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
philosophy, every season correlates to different
“elements” or organ systems in the body. For example,
winter correlates with the water element and the
kidneys/bladder system. From a Western naturopathic
perspective, cold weather can put stress on your
adrenal and thyroid glands. As a result, the blood
becomes more acidic and there is a buildup of lactic
acid. This can lead to sluggishness, muscle and joint
pain, and arthritis.
Both Eastern and Western naturopathic medical
systems agree that the transition from winter to spring
offers an ideal opportunity to shed extra weight. It is
also a good time to gently cleanse accumulated toxins
from the body. This excess buildup can be the result of
numerous factors. The main causes include unhealthy
diet, poor digestion, lack of exercise, winter
dehydration, normal metabolic processes, and
environmental pollution.
In TCM, spring corresponds to the liver and the
gallbladder. A gentle spring cleanse effectively
supports the liver’s vital detoxification processes. It
also eliminates toxins stored in organs and tissues,
helps shed excess weight, alkalizes the body, and gets
your circulation and energy moving. Digestion is
improved and inflammation is reduced. Moreover,
blood sugar is balanced and immune functions better.
A cleansing diet is the most critical component of any
detoxification program. Animal protein, particularly
red meat, should be minimized during a cleanse. It
emphasizes lighter, organic plant-based proteins that
are easier for the body to digest. Below are the critical
components of a detox diet which can help improve
digestion and enhance detoxification, resulting in
greater energy and vitality.
Adapted from: http://innergardensprings.com/igs-
blog/archives/06-2016
About seasonal detoxification, which topic does the
paragraph preceding the passage most likely discuss?

a. its process
b. its side effect
c. its origin
d. its definition
e. its advantage