BANK SOAL

Bank Soal UN/pahrurrozi_r

DRILL 7

Text 1 for questions 1 to 4

Gunung Tujuh Lake is one of the many lakes in Kabupaten Kerinci in Jambi province. It is a
amazing tourist place to visit. The location of Gunung Tujuh Lake is in Kecamatan Kayu Aro. It
about 50 km from Sungai Penuh to Pelompek village by public transport. Then people climb and wa
for another 4 km or for 2.5 hours. The lake is surrounded by steep forest slopes and seven mountain
The highest peak of Gunung Tujuh Lake is 1,950 m above sea level. The length of the lake is 4,5 k
and the width is 3 km. It is a volcanic lake and the highest in Southeast Asia. The temperature aroun
the lake is very cold. Besides waterfalls you can also find animals such as siamang. elephants an
birds. Gunung Tujuh Lake is really beautiful with a spectacular scenery.

1. What does the text mainly talk about?

a. Amazing tourist resorts in Jambi, d. Steep forest slopes in Jambi.
b. Gunung Tujuh Lake in Jambi. e. Waterfalls in Jambi.
c. Volcanic lakes in Jambi,
2. The main idea of the text is that ...
a. Gunung Tujuh Lake is a beautiful tourist resort
b. the location of Gunung Tujuh Lake is difficult to reach
c. Gunung Tujuh Lake is the only lake in Sumatra
d. tourists from Southeast Asia visit this beautiful lake
e. the animals are more attractive than the lake itself
3. Which statement is TRUE according to the text?
a. The lake is 3 km long,
b. Gunung Tujuh Lake is not a volcanic lake.
c. Gunung Tujuh Lake is 4.5 km away from Sungai Penuh.
d. There are steep forest slopes and seven mountains around the lake,
e. Siamangs are the only animals that can be found in Gunung Tujuh Lake.
4. "Gunung Tujuh Lake is really beautiful with a spectacular scenery."
The underlined word means ...

a. amusing c. lovely e. touching

b. remarkable d. pretty

Text 2 for questions 5 to 8

My Pet

I have a pet. It is a dog and I call it Brownie.

Brownie is a Chinese breed. It is fluffy, and cute. It has got thick brown fur. When I cuddle

Text for questions 1 to 4

I’m so lucky because I have three best friends. They are Firsty, Ronald and Jonathan.
Firsty is the youngest among us because she was born in December. We call her “The Sweetie
Firsty”. Her father is French. She is tall and slim. She’s about 171 cm. She has long straight hair.
Actually the color of her hair is blonde. However, she dyed her hair black since last year. She has
beautiful blue eyes, an oval face and pointed nose. “The Sweetie Firsty” is a cheerful, confident,
and determined girl. However, she is a little bit careless and stubborn. She has many cats in her
house. There are about nine cats. She loves them all. One of her favorite is a little orange cat. She
calls her ‘Shinny’. Firsty loves to dance and sing. Nevertheless, she wants to be a model.

Ronald’s nickname is Ron. Most of girls in our school love and adore him. There’s no
doubt about his good looking. We call him “The Charming Ron”. His height is 176 cm. Ron has
straight hair and perfect face. He is an intelligent and introvert person. Above all, he is humble.
He was crowned as The Best Student this year. He won so many prizes on Math, Chemistry and
Physic competition. However, his favorite subject is Chemistry. He wants to be a chemist
someday.

Jonathan is a funny person. He can always find a way to make the people around him
laugh. I wonder what it is in his head for he can create jokes spontaneously. Jonathan’s nick
name is Jo. He is plump. He’s about 168 cm tall. His weight is 80 kg. That’s why we call him
“The Big Jo”. He has a round face with brown eyes. His spiky hairstyle makes him easily
recognized. Jo is a humorous, friendly and an easy going person. He is a movie freak. He would
never miss any new movie in the cinema. He dreams of becoming a famous actor one day.

1.The followings are Firsty’s characters, except ……

a. cheerful, humorous, and sensitive d. sensitive, confident, serious
b. determined, humorous, sensitive e. determined, sensitive, and funny
c. cheerful, confident, and strong-minded
2.What is Jonathan like?
a. He is fat, easy going, and funny. d. He is friendly, easy going, and
slim.
b. He is plump, humble, and sensitive e. He is chubby, diligent, and sensitive.
c. He is fat, stubborn, and funny.
3.Which statement is TRUE according to the text?
a.Firsty has a round face. d. Jonathan wants to be a chemist.
b.Ron wants to be an artist. e. Ron is a handsome boy
c.Jonathan hates watching movie
4. word in the text that has the same meaning as “strong-minded” is …….
d. sensitive c. confident e. cheerful
e. determined d. friendly

Text for questions 5 to 8

Lombok is noticeably different to its close neighbor, Bali. The northern part of the island
is mountainous and lush with tall trees and shrubs. The South on the other hand is arid and
covered by savannas. Large Asian mammals are absents and replaced instead by large numbers
of marsupials, lizards, cockatoos and parrots. The difference becomes more pronounced as one
moves further east where dry seasons are more prolonged and the land is dry and bush-like, and
so in many areas corn and sago are the staple food, instead of rice.

At first the time Islam come to these islands in the 16th century, four Hindu Kingdoms
co-existed in apparent peace what is now called West Nusa Tenggara and is still the religion
embraced by those in the west of Lombok, which are primarily Balinese. Lombok experienced
strong Balinese influences in the past, but has still retained a unique identity. The indigenous
people of Lombok, the Sasaks, are predominantly Moslem and have a strong, distinguished
tradition, as do the people of neighboring Sumbawa.

Soft white sand, virgin beaches are typical in Lombok, where the motto is 'You can see
Bali in Lombok, but not Lombok in Bali'. Famous for its 'tenun ikat' hand-woven textiles, the
island has exceptional charm and its relatively undiscovered, except for Senggigi City, which
becoming a major resort area.

5.What is the text mainly about?

 Exotic plants. d. How Islam come to Lombok
 Unique animals. e. The varieties of tourist resorts in
Lombok
 The description of Lombok Island.
6.What does the first paragraph describe?
a. The difference between Lombok and Bali. d. What makes Bali famous.
b. What makes Lombok famous. e. Kinds of animals in Bali
c. Kinds of animals in Lombok.
7.Lombok experienced strong Balinese influences in the past, but has still retained a unique
identifies. (Paragraph 2). The underlined word can be replaced with ….
a. left c. created e. exposed
b. kept d.. promoted
8.The following are true according to the text, EXCEPT ….
a. Most of Sasaks are Moslems.
b. Lombok beaches are very natural.
c. Faunas in Bali and Lombok are alike.
d. Cockatoos and parrots are found in the islands.
e. There are mountains in the north part.

Text for questions 9 to 12

Situated among beautiful tropical garden right by the sea, Bintang Senggi Hotel offers a
friendly atmosphere.

The accomodation comprises tastefully furnished air conditioned rooms with bar, bath,
shower, and balcony or patio. For those who prefer extra-privacy, there are some elegant Sasak
style bungalows around the gardens.

Other facilities include three restaurants, a 24-hour coffe shop, a swimming pool, tennis
and badminton courts and shopping arcades. Watersports including windsurfing and sailing, can
be arranged from the beach.

9.What is the text about?

a. Bintang Senggi Hotel c. Sasak style Bungalow e. Sport
facilities
b. A beautiful tropical garden d. Furnished rooms
10.Which of the following is NOT TRUE about the hotel?
a. It provides water sports d. It has a swimming pool
b. Every room is air conditioned e. Beautiful garden are surrounding it
c. It has a restaurant and a coffee shop
11.Which facility is not provided in the hotel?
a. A theatre d. A restaurant
b. A coffee shop e. A swimming pool
c. A badminton court
12.“The accomodation comprises tastefully furnished air conditioned room ......” (paragraph 2)
The description tells us that the rooms have the following qualities, EXCEPT .....

a. They are cool d. They look nice

b. They have furniture e. They are expensive
c. They are comfortable

Text 1 for questions 13 to 17

My Pet
 I have a pet. It is a dog and I call it Brownie.

Brownie is a Chinese breed. It is fluffy, and cute. It has got thick brown fur. When I
cuddle it, the fur feels soft. Brownie does not like bones. Everyday it eats soft food like steamed
rice, fish or bread. Every morning I give her milk and bread. When I am at school, brownie plays
with my cat. They get along well, and never fight maybe because brownie does not bark a lot. It
treats the other animals in our house gently, and it never eats shoes. Brownie is really a sweet
and friendly animal.

13. What is the communicative purpose of the text?

a.To share an amusing incident with others
b.To describe a particular animal
c. To present two point of vies about an issue
d.To retell an event for the purpose of informing
e.To inform the readers about the beauty of Brownie
14.What is the main idea of paragraph 2?
a. Brownie is a Chinese breed is a sweet and friendly animal.
b. Brownie, my pet, is a Chinese breed.
c. My Chinese breed dog only eats soft food.
d. It can not get along with other animals.
e. A Chinese breed dog does not bark a lot.
15.“Brownie is a Chinese breed. It is fluffy, and cute.” (Paragraph 2).
What is the synonym of underlined word?

a. Hard c. Awkward e. Soft

b. Curly d. . Thin
16.Which of the following statement is NOT TRUE about Brownie?
a. It is tame c. It is friendly
d. It is wild
b. It has thick fur e. It is cute

Text 1 for questions 18 to 4

ANNOUNCEMENT

The school drama club is going to organize the “Sangkuriang” castes audition. For those
who are interested to join the audition, please come to our office on Monday, 18 October, at 2.p. to
register. The following are the requirements: (1) your latest photograph of postcard size (2) the
registration form (get in the office). The audition will be held Sunday 24, at 9 a.m. The list of the
selected candidates will be announced in a week. We do appreciate your participation. Thank you

18. Which one is TRUE according to the text?

a. The school drama is a holding a drama competition
b. The school drama club is holding an audition for recruiting new members
c. The school drama club is holding a selection for casts in a drama
d. The school drama is holding a performance
e. The school drama is holding a drama performance entitled ‘Sangkuriang’
19. When will the selected candidates be announced?
a. On October 18th d. On October 31st
b. On October 24th e. On October 28th
th
c. On October 25
20.What is the requirement for joining audition?
a. Working experience in drama d. Important document
b. Talent and interest in audition e. Having ability in playing drama
c. Latest photo and registration form
. 21.“The list of the selected candidates will be announced in a week.”
What is the synonym of the underlined word?

a. Choice d. Election
b. Poled e. Voting
c. Chosen
Text 2 for questions 22 to

ANNOUNCEMENT

Welcome to the new city museum. We are opened to public from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Monday through
Saturday, and from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Sunday. Information about special exhibit, classes and lectures
can be obtained by calling our education office at 0070082121.

22. How is the opening time on Sunday?

b. It’s the same as the opening time on a week days
c. It’s longer than the opening time on a week days
d. It’s shorter than the opening time on a week days
e. It’s the latest time
f. It’s the earliest than the opening time on a week days
23.If you would like the information about lectures what should you do?
a. call the police d. call the class of the museum
b. call the special exhibit e. call education office
c. call the information section
d.
“Lectures can be obtained by calling our education ……. (last sentence)
24.What is the similar meaning of the underlined word?

a. took d. got
b. caught e. provided
c. obvious

Dear Riko

I’m really sorry that I have to cancel our plan to visit the museum this weekend.

There is something urgent. My mother has been hospitalized because of malaria.

Perhaps we can reschedule it. What about the following week? Please let me know.
Thank you.

25.The message above tells about ……

a. going to the hospital d. canceling the appointment
b. Planning to visit the museum e. visiting the museum
c. leaving a message
26.“Perhaps we can reschedule it.”
The underlined word refers to …..

a. the museum d. something urgent

b. plan of visiting the museum e. this weekend
c. the hospital

II. Answer the questions based on the following of giving compliment between Indonesian
speaker and Native speaker.

Indonesian Speaker Native Speaker

Conversation 1 Conversation 1
A: What a beautiful garden you have A: What a beautiful garden you have

B: B:

Conversation 2 Conversation 2
A: It’s really delicious. You are a great cook. A: It’s really delicious. You are a great cook.

B: B: