PREDIKSI SOAL UTBK BAHASA INGGRIS

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Thomas Matulessy, also known as Kapitan Pattimura or Ahmad Lussy or simply Pattimura,
was an Ambonese soldier and National Hero of Indonesia.

Pattimura was born on 8 June 1783 in Saparua, Maluku; the name Pattimura was his
pseudonym. His parents were Frans Matulessia and Fransina Tilahoi, and he had a little brother
named Yohanis.

Pattimura joined the British army after they took the Maluku islands from the Dutch
colonials. When the islands were returned to the Dutch in 1816, he was dismissed. Concerned that the
Dutch would implement programs that limited his people, Pattimura led an armed rebellion that
captured Fort Duurstede on 16 May 1817. Killing the inhabitants of the fortress and fighting off
Dutch reinforcements, on 29 May he was declared the leader of the Maluku people.

Due to betrayal from Booi’s king, Pati Akoon, and Tuanakotta, Pattimura was arrested on 11
November 1817. He and his fellows were sentenced to death. On 16 December 1817, Pattimura
together with Anthony Reebok, Philip Latumahina, and Said Perintah were hanged in front of Fort
Nieuw Victoria in Ambon.

Pattimura and his war have been used as symbols for both Maluku independence, such as
with the short-lived Republic of South Maluku, and Indonesian patriotism. In Ambon, he is
commemorated in the names of the University of Pattimura, Pattimura Airport, and a street, as well as
a statue; there are also streets named after him throughout the archipelago.

1. What is the topic of the passage?

A. The life and struggle of Thomas Matulessy.

B. Pattimura as the leader of the Maluku people.
C. Indonesian National Revolution led by Pattimura.
D. Controversy over the capture of Thomas Matulessy.
E. The causal effect of Indonesian War of Independence.

2. Which statement is inappropriate with the information provided in the passage?

A. A sculpture was erected to salute Pattimura.

B. A life sentence handed down to Pattimura for his action against the Dutch.
C. As well as King of Booi, Tuanakotta objected to Pattimura’s standpoint.
D. Pattimura no longer served the Kingdom of Great Britain when he ambushed Fort Duurstede.
E. Fort Nieuw Victoria witnessed the execution of Pattimura, Anthony Reebok, Philip Latumahina,
and Said Perintah.

Soal 3

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.

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

Soal 4

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.

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.

Soal 5

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.

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.

Soal 6

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.

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.

e. 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.

Soal 7

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