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English Test (General)

Reading Section
KD. 3.2 & KD 4.2

The following text is for questions 1-3

Kompleks Persada
20 Kiara Condong
Bandung

19 June 2016

Nurdian Sambodo
Personnel Director
PT Batara Wisesa
16 Permata St.
Bandung

Dear Sir,
I am writing to apply for the position of Business Counsellor. Which was advertised in City Public Post on 17 June
2015. I have worked as marketing consultant at PT Manunggal Bawana in West Jakarta for three years.
I have a certificate from ACDP’s institution for having been their counsellor. I have also completed my master’s
degree with honours at Paramitha University. I am confident that my qualifications and skills are relevant to making a
significant contribution to your organization.
I enclose a resume with details of my personal information. I should be very grateful if you grant me an interview so
that I can explain further my qualifications.

Sincerely yours,

Titis Wicaksono

1. Who is the letter addressed to?

A. City Punlic Post. D. HR director of PT Batara Wisesa.
B. ACDP’s Institution. E. The staff of PT Manunggal Bawana.
C. Paramitha University.

2. For what position is the applicant applying to the company?

A. Businessman. D. Management trainee.
B. Personal director. E. Management consu youltant.
C. Business consultant.

3. “ ... if you could grant me an interview ... “ ( paragraph 3)

What is the synonym of the underlined word?
A. Give C. Reject E. Postpone
B. Allow D. Permit

The following text is for questions 4 – 7

20 June 2015

Bertha Laurens
Sempurna Foundation
2 Bunga Cempaka St.

Dear Ms. Laurens,

I am interested in applying for the undergraduate scholarship which is available to high school students who are
entering college this summer.
I believe that I am a gualified candidate for this scholarship because I have excellent marks for the last four
semesters and I was the chairperson of the English Club and the Teakwondo Club at my school. I have certificates as the
best keynote speaker from several compettitions from vocational education.
Pelase send me the application form and other necessary information to apply for the scholarship.
Thank you very much. I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,
Andaresta Suryani

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 4. What is the purpose of the letter above?
A. To send an application letter. D. To confirm the scholarship information.
B. To register with the English club. E. To ask for information about the scholarship.
C. To inform about detailed experience.

5. Who offers the undergraduate scholarship?

A. Undergraduate programme. D. A summer course.
B. Sempurna Foundation. E. Bertha Laurens.
C. Vocational Education.

6. What qualifications does the writer have?

A. She is the winner of the students’ taekwondo tournament.
B. She achieve high scores in the last four semesters.
C. She is the member of Sempurna Foundation.
D. She is the founder of English Club.
E. She is a professional speaker.

7. What is the applicant’s expectation?

A. To inquire about the scholarship.
B. To ask for help in writing an apllication form.
C. To enter a college programme in the summer.
D. To compete to succeed in enrlolling the college.
E. To get a scholarship from Sempurna Foundation.

The following text is for questions 8 – 9

2 Delta barat St.

Cipayung
2 August 2016

Head of Persada Course

2 Karya Indah Residence
Citayem, Bogor

Dear Sir/Madam,
I am interested in applying for the position of English tutor in your company. My skills and experiences are relevant to
the position. I’ve had experience in training new labour in leadership programmes for five years. I’ve also taught at PLC
Course for the last two years. My qualifications and past working experiences match to the requirements you need. I am
sure I can make a contribution to the success of your company.
My CV is attached for your consideration and I would appreciate the company to have an interview.
Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours faithfully,

Dani Permana.

8. What is the available position in the company?

A. A permanent staff member. D. A training tutor.
B. The company’s tutor. E. An employee.
C. An english teacher.

9. What experience does the applicant have?

A. As an English teacher at Persada Course. D. As a participant in leadership training.
B. As a management trainer at PLC Course. E. As a member of PLC course.
C. As a trainer in leadership programmes.

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The following text is for questions 10 – 12

Tresna Kusumawardani
Global School
99 Rambutan St.
Pematang Siantar

Dear Madam,
I would like to apply for a junior high school teaching position in your school. I will graduate from the University of Jakarta
in August this year with a master’s degree in Education. I have experience in teaching at multiple grade levels over the last four
years. As you particularly need, I have worked successfully with students in various cultures.
I feel confident and qualified to take the teaching challenges you offer. I am ready to demonstrate my talent and teaching
skills.
I would appreciate an interview opportunity. In the meantime, if you need to reach me, please feel free to call me at 7220
9002. Thank you for your consideration.

Yours faithfully,

Sarasinta Nurul.

10. What position does the writer apply?

A. A head teacher. C. A supervisor. E. A teacher.

B. An instructor. D. A lecture.

11. What is the primary requisite to work in Global School?

A. Experience in teaching students of different cultures.
B. Experience in controlling multiple students.
C. Having talent and skills in teaching English.
D. Experience as an English lecturer.
E. Having a master’s certification.

12. From the letter above, we know that the applicant is ... .
A. an undergraduate student in a master’s degree course.
B. a postgraduate student finishing her master’s
C. a lecturer at the University of Jakarta.
D. a Master of Education.
E. an English teacher.

The following text is for questions 13 – 15

Sakura A 1 Street
Nagasaki
15 July 2016

Nagaya Karo
Human Resource Manager
Kina Vocational Education Training
15 Skylift Avenue
Tokyo

Dear Sir/Madam,
I would like to apply for the teaching position advertised in The Nippon Daily.
I graduated from Nagasaki Univerisity as Bachelor of Economy and planned to take the Licensure Examination for
Teacher this August. I have experience in hadling different levels of elementary students, and applying varied teaching strategies
and techniques. I am confident that I can make significant improvement in your company.
I enclose my curriculum vitae for your inspection. I would be very grateful for an interview to discuss my qualifications.
Please, feel free to call me at 3310 0044 or email at fujitamaeda@hotmail.com.
I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for your kind attention and consideration.

Yours faithfully,

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Fujita
Fujita Maeda
13. Who is the letter addressed to?

A. Fujita Maeda D. Kina Vocational Education.

B. Nagaya Karo E. Human Resource Department.
C. The head of the school.

14. Why does the applicant plan to take Licensure Examination for Teacher?

A. She did not major in education. D. She has worked in the elementary school.
B. Her campus hasn’t certified yet. E. She hasn’t got a certificate from the
C. She lacks understanding in teaching. university.

15. What is TRUE about the letter?

A. She will be disallowed from joining the training.
B. She had applied various methods in teaching.
C. She had better perception in teaching.
D. The writer will graduate in August.
E. She used to be a trainer at school.

The following text is for the questions 16 – 18

13 May 2016

Mahmud Amir
Persada University
120 Sokaraya Timur St.
Balipapan

Dear Mr. Amir

I am interseted in applying for the grant programme for high school students with high achievement in your university. I am
writing to put in an application for the scholarship as my qualifications pertain to the requisites described. I have deep
enthusiasm to graduate as Bachelor of Economy from your university.
I would be obliged if you would go through my application to confirm that I have had a successful school career.
Here with I enclose mu curriculum vitae with all the important credentials required. I look forward to a positive response
after the examination.

Yours sincerely,

Anindiva Putri

16. What is the purpose of letter above?

A. To describe the procedure to apply for a scholarship.
B. To ask for information about the scholarship.
C. To apply for a vacant position in university.
D. To tell the applicant about the scholarship.
E. To apply for a sholarship at a university.

17. What requirements does the applicant need?

A. Applicants must be interested in studying Economy.
B. Persada University limits the adminision of the scholarship.
C. The scholarship is for talented senior high school students.
D. The applications should be legalized by the school’s district.
E. The applicant is supposed to have completed a Bachelor’s degree.

18. “I have deep enthusiasm...” (paragraph 1)

What is the synonym of the underlined word?

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 A. Compliance. C. Motivation. E. Readiness.
B. Expectation. D. Eagerness.

The following text is for questions no. 19 – 21

Pratama Perdana
Angkasa V St.
Sukabumi
Prima K@yahoo.co.id
25 June 2016

Human Resources Manager

Agungmas Persada Tbk
14A. Yani St.
Bandung

Dear Sir,
I am extremely interested in your advertisement in Nuansa Pagi Magazine of 18 June 2016 for the post staff accountant. I
believe my educational and professional background make me well suited for the position needed Currently, I have experience in
accounting for the last two years. I graduated from Scientia University with a Bachelor’s degree in Economy.
I understand this post requires a candidate with a strong analytical mind. A self starter who must be able to work with little
supervicion. Therefore, I am confident I am qualified to serve in your company.
My CV is attached for your perusal and I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss it with you personally.
Thank you for your time and consideration.

Yours faithfully

Pratama Persada

19. Who is the letter addressed to?

A. Nuansa Pagi Magazine. D. Accounting staff.

B. Scientia University. E. Pratama Perdana.
C. Agungmas Persada Tbk.

20. What is the vacant position in the company?

A. Educational trainer. C. Accountant E. Auditor.

B. Staff director. D. Manager

21. Which of the following statements is not true according to the letter?

A. The company has no managers. D. The applicant is not a new graduate.

B. The applicant majors in economy. E. Applicants must be good at accounting.
C. The applicant has high self-esteem.

The following text is for questions no 22 – 24

5 September 2016

Dony Parmadi
Padma University
BA Peranging St.
Medan Sumatera Utara

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Dear Sir,
I would like to apply for the postgraduate scholarship in the educational field which you offer on the student’s board. I am
a student of the English Department. Academically, I fulfil the qualifications as shown in my transcript and my TOEFL iBT* score
is 623. For your information, I enclose copies of transcript and domicile documents as the primary requisites.
Please email me at terrasbi@hotmail.com for any further information. Thank you for your consideration.

Yours faithfully,

Teri Surbakti

22. What is the letter about?

A. An application letter for a job. D. An application letter for a scholarship.

B. A complaint letter from lecturers. E. An approval letter from the univesity.
C. A private letter for the university.

23. “... primary requisites.” (paragraph 1)

What does the underlined word refer to?

A. Proposals C. Applications E. Requirements.

B. Agreements D. Registrations

24. What does the writer attach?

A. His academic report. D. Certificates.

B. An e-mail message. E. A test score.
C. Curriculum vitae.

The following text is for questions no 25 – 27

Pritta Ayuningtyas
A-15 Duta Blok St
Tiara Indah Surakarta
10 Agustus 2015

Budi Rahardja
PT Sentosa Nugraha
56 B Ronggowarsito St.
Surakarta

Dear Mr. Rahardja,

I would like to apply for the position of member of an editorial team advertised on your website on 27 July 2016. As
requested, I enclose my application letter including my certificate and all the important documents required.
The opportunity you offer is very interesting and I believe that my previous experience and educational background would
make me a very competitive candidate for this position. With a Bachelor’s degree in Communication, majoring in Journalism, I
have a full understanding of organizing ideas and facts in various writing styles. I have worked as a freelance copy reader at
Global Magazine.
Please see my CV for additional information on my experience. I can be reached anytime via email at
Prittaayu@hotmail.com or my mobile phone at 0812 345 4671, Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to
hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Pritta Ayuningtyas

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 25. Where did the applicant obtain information about the job?

A. On a bulletin board. C. On the Internet. E. In a magazine.

B. From a network. D. In a newspaper.

26. What is true about the letter?

A. The applicant is a journalist. D. The applicant used to be a newsreader.

B. The company needs an editor. E. The applicant can work as a freelancer.
C. The company offers less opportunity.

27. “I have worked as a freelance...” ( paragraph 2)

What does the underlined word mean?

A. Earning money by having a permanet job. D. Earning money by performing.

B. Earning money by running a company. E. Earning money as a part-timer
C. Earning money by doing analyses.

The following text is for questions 28 – 30

8 June 2016
Human Resources Manager
Agro Company Ltd
10 Jasmine Ave
Arizona

Dear Sir,
I am writing to apply for the position of administration 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 Boston University, majoring in Business Administration, and highly computer-literate so I am able
to handle documents well. I have also been used to working with people at all levels during my internship. Besides being
attentive to details, I am proficient in several languages, namely English, Chinese, and French.
During my studies, I used to work in the summer holidays. Last summer holiday, I made a contribution towards proper
working procedurs for workers at AMP production and improvement of the HR system for their headquarters in Charlestown.
During the previous summer holiday, I worked as an administrative assistant in a large food company.
Together with this letter, I enclose my curriculum vitae for your inspection. Please, feel free to contact me at 7000 1208 at
your convinience. I look forward to to hearing from you.

Yours faithfully,

Brian Smith

28. What qualification does Brian Smith have?

A. He used to be a businessman. D. He is working for AMP Production.

B. He has set up a new company. E. He used to copy important documents.
C. He can work with different people.

29. From the text, we know that the applicant ______.

A. is a fresh graduate of Boston University D. only wants to work in summer

B. intends to work in AMP production E. will be able to be an assisstant
C. may work as administrative staff

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30. “I have also been used to working with people at all levels during my internship” (paragraph 2)
What does the underlined word mean?

A. Period of practical experience in a job. D. A period soon after a demotion.

B. A period of retirement from a job. E. A probationary period.
C. A period soon after a promition.

Change the sentences into the Passive Voice.

1. The bill includes service.
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2. People don’t use this road very often.
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3. They i cancelled all flights because of fog.
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4. Somebody accused me of stealing the money..
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5. They are building a new ring-road round the city
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