SOAL-SOAL US BAHASA INGGRIS WAJIB KELAS XII

1. Cristovel : Excuse me. Are you waiting for the bus?

Vivi : No, I’m waiting for my brother.
He always picks me up after school.
Cristovel : I see. Anyway, you’re a new student here, right?
Vivi : Yeah, my name’s Vivi Juliet. You can call me Vivi.
Cristovel : Nice name. I’m Cristovel. By the way, here’s my bus. Glad to see you, Vivi.
Vivi : Glad to see you too, Cristovel

Which of the following statement is NOT TRUE according to the dialog?

A. The speakers are schoolmates.
B. The girl is waiting for her brother.
C. The girl is a new student.
D. Both of them are going to go by bus.
E. The boy is waiting for the bus.

2. Rina : Hi, Eka. Long time no see.

Eka : Oh hi, Rina. What are doing here?
Rina : I am going to watch a movie.
Eka : Cool. I’m just hanging out here with my friend. Oh, …
Rina : Hi, Rasti. I’m Rina.
Rasti : Hello, Rina. Nice to meet you!
Rina : Nice to meet you, too.
The best expression to complete the dialog is …
A. Please, meet Rasti!
B. Please, meet Rina!
C. Who are with you?
D. How are you doing?
E. Let’s hang out together.

3. Inggit : Who designed this house?

Michela : I did.
Inggit : Wow, you are so talented! You have designed a very cozy house.
Michela : Thanks. I like designing.
Inggit : I see. Well then, may I see the other designs?
Michela : Sure, here they are.
Inggit : Wow, beautiful! I believe you will be a famous designer. Always develop your talents.
Michela : Sure, thanks.

What is the conversation about?

A. Thanking.
B. Criticizing.
C. Congratulating.
D. Complimenting.
E. Showing intentions.
4. Mr. Carter : Well, Larry. You’ve won the International Game for Education Competition. …
Larry : How kind of you to say so, Sir.
Mr. Carter : And now, on behalf of the Microsoft Corporation, I’d like to present you with a check of
$100,000.
Larry : Thank you very much, Sir.
Mr. Carter : How does it feel to you?
Larry : It feels great. Thank you.

The best expression to complete the dialog is …

A. Please accept my heartiest congratulations!
B. You should’ve have done a great job!
C. Thank you for the support!
D. I’ve done my best for the achievement!
E. All the crew must get the credit.

5. Which picture would be the most suitable one for the text below?
Located in the South Lampung district of Lampung province on the great island of Sumatra, Pahawang
Island is divided into two areas, Pahawang Besar (Big Pahawang) and Pahawang Kecil (Small Pahawang).
This island is often said to be a paradise for snorkelers because of the beauty of its underwater biota. One
of the most popular activities to do on this island is snorkeling. All snorkelers would be fascinated by the
colorful corals and sea life beneath the crystal clear waters of the island. There is also one snorkeling spot
that is also the breeding site for clownfish, popularized by the cartoon Finding Nemo. There is also a spot
where you can find corals that were transplanted by the locals.

A.

B.

C.

D.
 E.

6. There are several tourist destinations in Bangka Belitung. One of my favorites is located in Toboali.
The name of this tourist destination is taken from the unique big granite stones there. The stones look
like star fruits. The edges of several big stones look like the outside of the fruit. Usually, big granite
stones are on shores, but this one is on the land. Visitors usually take photos in front or near this stone.
The picture that suits the text is ….
A.

B.

C.

D.
 E.

7. Read the text carefully.

The main building of Lomonosov Moscow State University is one of the most stunning university
buildings in the world. It’s designed by Lev Vladimirovich Rudnev. It truly is an impressive structure, and
the university campus it resides covers an area of around 1.6 km2.
The skyscraper has 36 levels in its central part and is 239 metres (784 ft) tall. Its roof (182 metres
(597 ft)) is topped by a 58-metre spire which ends with a 12-ton five-pointed star. Lateral towers are lower
than the central one; two 18 and 9 storey dormitory wings define, with the central corpus of the complex,
a cour d'honneur courtyard. It is not open to the general public. Visitors from outside the university must
be pre-approved by their university host and must submit their domestic passport (Russian) or international
passport in order to gain entry.

The picture that suits the text is ….

A.

B.

C.

D.
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The following text is for question 8 to 11

Ora Beach is a hidden paradise located in North of Seram Island. A secluded beach with only private eco-
resort and surrounded by giant limestone hills, is truly an excellent place to find serenity. Moreover, the house
reef in front of the resort is still maintained very well. Healthy bunch of corals, even when the tide is low, the
corals are visible.
There are many activities to do in Ora Beach. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling around limestone hills to Tujuh
Island; boat to go there about Rp 1,000,000 for a day trip. It can fit to 10 people. Then, they can take pleasure
in bird-watching and trekking in the conservation area. Watching bats flying out during the sunset time will
offer complete the excitement.
Instead of its exotic landscape, the difficulty in reaching Ora Beach is no public transportation with exact
schedule. After long way from the capital city of Indonesia, Jakarta, visitors have to take flight to Ambon as
the starting city to Ora Beach. From Ambon City they may rent a car or take taxi to Tulehu Port (Rp 150,000).
If they are in Ambon City, take angkot to Waii or Tulehu (Rp 10,000). From the port, there’s an express boat
(Rp 110,000) connecting Ambon and Seram, twice a day.

8. The second paragraph is discussing about ….

A. the facilities prepared in Ora Beach
B. the general description of a beach
C. the description of a certain place
D. the attractions in Ora Beach
E. the difficulty found in Ora Beach

9. “A secluded beach with only private eco-resort …” paragraph 1.

The word ‘secluded’ can be best replaced by ….
A. awesome
B. isolated
C. public
D. common place
E. out of date

10. Why is it difficult to reach the Ora Beach? Because …

A. the cost is very expensive.
B. it takes a very long way.
C. there is an express boat.
 D. the facilities are not managed well.
E. the public transportation is not always available.

11. “…, twice a day” (the last paragraph).

The word twice a day refers to….
A. the connection between Ambon and Seram
B. the activity of the express boat
C. the rent car to Ora Beach
D. the taxi to Tuleho port
E. the visitors

The following text is for questions 12 to 15

General Offensive of 1 March 1949

The Dutch launched a military offensive on 19 December 1948 which is termed Operation Crow.
By the following day it had conquered the city of Yogyakarta, the location of the temporary Republican capital.
By the end of December, all major Republican held cities in Java and Sumatra were in Dutch hands.
The Republican President, Vice-President, and all but six Republic of Indonesia ministers were captured
by Dutch troops and exiled on Bangka Island off the east coast of Sumatra.
In areas surrounding Yogyakarta and Surakarta, Republican forces refused to surrender and continued to wage
a guerrilla war under the leadership of Republican military chief of staff General Sudirman who had escaped
the Dutch offensives. An emergency Republican government was established in West Sumatra.
On March 1, 1949 at 6 am, Republican forces launched March 1 General Offensive. The Offensive caught
the Dutch by surprise. For his part, Hamengkubuwono IX allowed his palace to be used as a hide out for the
troops. For 6 hours, the Indonesian troops had control of Yogyakarta before finally retreating.
The Offensive was a moral and diplomatic success, inspiring demoralized troops all around Indonesia, as
well as proving to the United Nations that the Indonesian army still existed and were capable of fighting. On
the other hand, the offensive had demoralized the Dutch forces, because they never thought that Indonesian
forces could assault and control the city, even for a few hours.

12. What is Operation Crow?

A. A military offensive by the Dutch.
B. An operation to attack the Dutch.
C. The republican forces.
D. The United Nation Troops.
E. The six arrests from Republic of Indonesia.

13. According to the text, what was the role of Hamengkubuwono IX?
A. Hide out the Dutch from the troops.
B. Protect Yogyakarta.
C. Shelter the troops.
D. The ally of the Dutch.
E. The president of Yogyakarta.

14. Which paragraph shows the reason of launching the March 1 General Offensive?
A. Paragraph 1.
B. Paragraph 2.
C. Paragraph 3.
D. Paragraph 1 and 2.
E. Paragraph 2 and 3.
 15. Which statement is TRUE according to the text?
A. Operation Crow happened due to the General Offensive.
B. Indonesian troops assaulted the city before the Operation Crow.
C. General Offensive of March 1 occurred after the Dutch Operation Crow.
D. An emergency Republic established after the troops control Yogyakarta.
E. Indonesia surrendered and stopped wage of guerilla war.

The following text is for questions 16 to 18

Li Wenliang was a Chinese ophthalmologist who warned his colleagues about early COVID-
19 infections in Wuhan.
He was born on 12 October 1986 in a Manchu family in Beizhen, Jinzhou, Liaoning. His parents were
former state enterprise workers and both lost their jobs in the 'wave of laid-offs' in the 1990s. He attended
Beizhen High School and graduated in 2004 with an excellent academic record. He attended Wuhan University
School of Medicine as a clinical medicine student in a seven-year combined bachelor's and master's degree
program. He joined the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in his second year. His mentor praised him as a
diligent and honest student.
After graduation in 2011, Li worked at the Xiamen Eye Center of Xiamen University for three years. In
2014, Li became an ophthalmologist at Wuhan Central Hospital in Wuhan.
Li Wenliang was dubbed a whistleblower about deadly SARS. Wuhan police summoned and
admonished him on 3 January for "making false comments on the Internet about unconfirmed SARS outbreak.
The outbreak was later confirmed not to be SARS, but rather a new coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2. Li returned to
work and later contracted COVID-19, the disease caused by the virus, from a patient who was not known to
be infected. When Li began showing symptoms of COVID-19, he booked a hotel room to avoid the possibility
of infecting his family, before being hospitalized on 12 January.
He died from the disease on 7 February 2020, at age 33. A subsequent Chinese official inquiry exonerated
him, and Wuhan police formally apologized to his family and revoked his admonishment on 19 March. In
April 2020, Li was posthumously awarded the May Fourth Medal by the government.

16. What was Dr. Li Wenliang mostly known for?

A. Dying due to his suffering from Covid-19.
B. Warning People about Covid-19 infections.
C. His accomplishment as an ophthalmologist.
D. His rich and extravagant family lifestyle.
E. The suspect of the virus of Covid-19 spreading.

17. What is the main idea of the second paragraph?

A. The illness and death caused by Covid-19.
B. The main causes of death in Wuhan.
C. The doctor career.
D. Dr Wenliang’s early life.
E. The condition of Dr. Wenliang before death.

18. Which statement is TRUE according to the text?

A. Dr. Wenliang parents were farmers.
B. Dr. Wenliang was more well-known after his death.
C. Dr. Wenliang joined CCP in his seven year of degree program.
D. The government suspected Dr. Wenliang for spreading fallacy.
E. After graduation, Dr. Wenlanf worked at Xiamen Center for four years.
The following text is for questions 19 to 22

Once upon a time in Padang Bolak, North Sumatra lived a man named Sampuraga. He lived with his
mother in a hut. Sampuraga worked in his neighbor’s rice field. Sampuraga worked in the morning and went
home in the afternoon.
One day while he was working, his neighbor told him about a place named Mandailing. It was a great
place. The land was fertile. There were many rich people there. Sampuraga listened to his neighbor carefully.
He really wanted to go to Mandailing and became a rich man. He told his mother about his plan. His mother
was sad; but, Sampuraga promised that he would go home and brought her a lot of money.
Finally Sampuraga went to Mandailing. There, he worked for a very rich merchant. The merchant liked
Sampuraga because he was diligent and honest. Soon, the merchant gave Sampuraga a lot of money. He wanted
Sampuraga to have his own business.
Sampuraga was successful with his new business. He was very rich. The merchant knew that Sampuraga
could be a great merchant like him. The merchant wanted to retire and gave his business to Sampuraga. He
had a plan. He wanted Sampuraga to marry his daughter. Sampuraga agreed. After all, he fell in love with her.
The merchant’s daughter was very beautiful.
Then the merchant set a great wedding party. He invited many people. He wanted to hold the best wedding
party for his daughter. People started to talk about the party. They were talking about the great party and the
merchant’s daughter. They said Sampuraga was very lucky. He was going to marry the most beautiful girl in
Mandailing.
The news about Sampuraga’s wedding party finally arrived in his hometown, Padang Bolak. With great
happiness, his mother went to Mandailing. She wanted to attend his son’s wedding party. When she arrived at
the party, Sampuraga’s mother immediately called his name. Unfortunately, he denied that she was his mother.
He said that his mother had passed away. His mother was very sad. She knew Sampuraga had already
forgotten her. She prayed to God to punish him.
Suddenly, rain fell down heavily. Thunder attacked the place. Soon, the party changed into a big pond.
The water was hot. Around the pond there was a big stone. It looked like a cow. There were also other ruins.
People said that the stone and the ruins were from Sampuraga’s party.

19. What is the purpose of the text?

A. To convey a moral lesson through a biography.
B. To reveal the downside of being wealthy.
C. To teach the young not to marry the rich.
D. To entertain the readers through a story.
E. To present a point of view of a story.

20. “He said that his mother had passed away.”

The direct speech of the sentence is …
A. He said, “My mother passed away”.
B. He said, “His mother had passed away”.
C. He said, “His mother passes away”.
D. He said, “My mother has passed away”.
E. He said, “That my mother had passed away”.

21. Which statement is TRUE according to the text?

A. Mother sank into the big pond.
B. Sampuraga was once in poverty.
C. Sampuraga was diligent yet dishonest.
D. Sampuraga was a villager of Mandailing.
 E. The wedding party was held in Padang Bolak.

22. It can be learned from the text that ….

A. never forget our precious person due to wealth greed
B. want to get rich faster, we had to be a business man
C. denying is better instead of having poor family
D. a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
E. be a fly on the wall

23. The correct arrangement to make a good narrative text is …

1) A So the sea went along, with the fish and all members of his family.
2) A long time ago, the Sun and the Moon were married couple who lived on the Earth.
3) Then, they climbed up into the sky, where they have remained ever since.
4) They were great friends of the Sea.
5) The Sun and the Moon have to climb up to roof because they do not want to be drowned.
6) After that, the water began to rise.
7) One day, they invited the Sea to visit them

A. 2-4-7-1-6-5-3
B. 7-4-1-3-2-6-5
C. 2-4-6-7-5-1-3
D. 7-4-6-1-2-5-3
E. 7-4-1-3-2-6-5

The following text is for questions 24 & 25

There was once a little fly who thought he was very important. He felt proud of himself. One sunny
morning, he flew around looking for someone to talk to. He saw a bull grazing in a field. He decided to fly
down to talk to him.
The little fly flew down and buzzed around the bull’s head. The bull was not bothered. He went on
chewing grass.
The fly then buzzed right inside the bull’s ear. The bull continued chewing grass. The fly thought,
“What a stupid animal!”
Now the fly decided to land on the bull’s face to attract the bull’s notice. He waited for the bull to say
something, but the bull kept quiet.
The fly then shouted angrily, “Oh, Bull, if you find that I am too heavy for you, let me know and I’ll fly
away!”
The bull laughed and said, “Little fly, I don’t care if you stay or leave. You are so tiny that your weight
does not make any difference to me, so please be quiet and leave me alone”

24. The fly did many ways to annoy the bull; …, the bull remained silent.
A. unless
B. though
C. consequently
D. however
E. if only
 25. What is the moral value of the story?
A. Don’t be greedy.
B. Don’t ignore the poor people.
C. Boasting will lead one to greediness.
D. One bird on hand is better than those in the bush.
E. One should place courtesy over self-importance.

The following text is for questions 26 to 29

The effects of climate change need to be considered along with other evolving factors that affect
agricultural production, such as changes in farming practices.
For any particular crop, the effect of increased temperature will depend on the crop's optimal temperature
for growth and reproduction. In some areas, warming may benefit the types of crops that are typically planted
there, or allow farmers to shift to crops that are currently grown in warmer areas. Conversely, if the higher
temperature exceeds a crop's optimum temperature, yields will decline. Higher CO2 levels can affect crop
yields. Some laboratory experiments suggest that elevated CO 2 levels can increase plant growth. However,
other factors, such as changing temperatures, ozone, and water and nutrient constraints, may counteract these
potential increases in yield. For example, if temperature exceeds a crop's optimal level, if sufficient water and
nutrients are not available, yield increases may be reduced or reversed. Elevated CO 2 has been associated with
reduced protein and nitrogen content in alfalfa and soybean plants, resulting in a loss of quality. Reduced grain
and forage quality can reduce the ability of pasture and rangeland to support grazing livestock.
More extreme temperature and precipitation can prevent crops from growing. Extreme events, especially
floods and droughts, can harm crops and reduce yields. For example, in 2010 and 2012, high nighttime
temperatures affected corn yields across the U.S. Corn Belt, and premature budding due to a warm winter
caused $220 million in losses of Michigan cherries in 2012.
Dealing with drought could become a challenge in areas where rising summer temperatures cause soils to
become drier. Although increased irrigation might be possible in some places, in other places water supplies
may also be reduced, leaving less water available for irrigation when more is needed.
Though rising CO2 can stimulate plant growth, it also reduces the nutritional value of most food crops. Rising
levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide reduce the concentrations of protein and essential minerals in most plant
species, including wheat, soybeans, and rice. This direct effect of rising CO 2 on the nutritional value of crops
represents a potential threat to human health. Human health is also threatened by increased pesticide use due
to increased pest pressures and reductions in the efficacy of pesticides.
It is very obvious that climate change is a crucial issue. All the government in the world must concern to sit
together overcoming the problem due to this case.

26. What is the text about?

A. How to deal with drought.
B. The disadvantages of Higher CO2 level on Earth.
C. The advantages of discussing climate change issue.
D. The information about extreme temperature.
E. The impacts of climate change on crops.

27. The following may counteract the potential increase in yield, except ….
A. Drought and flood.
B. Higher CO2 level.
C. Changing temperature.
D. Ozone.
 E. Water and nutrient constraints.

28. “Conversely, if the higher…” (paragraph 2)

The underlined word can be best replaced with ….
A. Then
B. Furthermore
C. In conclusion
D. On the other hand
E. As a result

29. The impact on the crops that threaten human is stated in ….

A. Paragraph 4
B. Paragraph 3
C. Paragraph 2
D. Paragraph 1
E. Paragraph 5

30. The correct order to form a logical sequence of text is ….

1) In addition, they would remain on streets and continue to beg if people keep giving them money. It
will encourage them to stay trapped in “begging”. It may also encourage other people to beg.
2) Is it a good idea to give beggars money? It is better not to give beggars money for many reasons.
3) First, giving beggars money promotes idleness. It makes them lazier, with no solution for them to
make an effort to find better living.
4) People should not give beggars money for it may promote idleness, keep the beggars begging and
misuse the money they’ve received.
5) Finally, people can’t be sure what the beggars will use the money for. Maybe, they will spend the
money on something they shouldn’t. They may buy drugs and alcohol instead of food and drink.
A. 4-3-1-5-2
B. 4-3-2-1-5
C. 2-3-1-5-4
D. 2-3-4-1-5
E. 2-3-1-4-5

The following text is for questions 31 to 33

Nobody likes paying taxes; even, those who know that taxation is necessary and reluctant to pay taxes. It
is not pleasant to see part of your monthly income taken away from your income tax. Ignorant people think
this is injustice and make grievance of it.
Every country has a government. The primary duties of a government are to protect the life and property
of the citizens, to maintain law and order, and settle dispute between citizens in a just and orderly way through
the law-courts, to defend the country from foreign foes and to maintain and direct education, provide hospitals
for the sick and attend to sanitation. All these are great to be kept up and have to be paid.
Furthermore, schools and teachers have to be provided and supported, health experts and sanitary engineers
have to be employed. Now where is all from? Tax is needed for the benefits of the public. It is the people as a
whole rich and poor that benefit by security of the life and property, by the sound roads, by public hospital,
public school and good sanitation.
Therefore, it is necessary for people to pay taxes. The money will be back to them in the form of public
service and facility.

31. The topic of the text is about ….

 A. the description of taxes
B. the necessity of paying taxes
C. the way people pay taxes
D. the objection of paying taxes
E. the facilities to pay taxes

32. Based on the text we know that ….

A. some people think paying taxes is injustice
B. ignorant people think it is necessary to pay taxes
C. government has a simple duty to handle its people
D. it is pleasant to give your money income to pay taxes
E. defending country from foes is not the job of the government

33. What is the main idea of paragraph three?

A. Government should provide good school and sanitary facilities.
B. Both rich and poor people have to pay taxes.
C. Government should maintain good roads.
D. Good sanitation is necessary for the public.
E. Tax is needed for the public’s benefit.

The following text is for questions 34 to 36

Dear Vanessa,
How are you? I’m going well here. Last week I went to Lombok for business. I’m so sorry I could not
come to your place in Surabaya because it was only a short visit. I only stayed for two nights. My
colleague picked me up from the airport. Then, we continued our journey to the hotel. It was a very hot
day. I remembered that I drank three glasses of iced tea in one hour. I also visited Labuan Bajo and
Komodo Island. I did not forget to go shopping there.
Okay, Vaness. That’s enough for now. Do not forget to write me soon. Write something for mom too.
Love,
Bintang

34. Who is Vanessa?

A. Bintang’s employee.
B. Bintang’s business partner.
C. Bintang’s schoolmate.
D. Bintang’s friend.
E. Bintang’s sister.

35. Why did Bintang not visit Vanessa in Surabaya?

A. His friends picked him up from the airport.
B. He had a lot of business to do in Lombok.
C. He had never been to Surabaya before.
D. He was there only for a brief period.
E. It was a very hot day.

36. From the text we know that ….

A. Bintang had a vacation in Lombok
B. Vanessa went to Surabaya for vacation
C. Bintang had some work to do in Lombok
D. Bintang stayed long in Lombok
E. Vanessa fetched Bintang from the airport
The following text is for questions 37 to 40
 Dear Denny,
How are you? I hope you are not disappointed with me for replying so late. I’ve been coped with school
works lately. I also have to manage my club.
Oh yeah, I forgot to tell you. I’m the president of wall magazine club now. My club mates and I are
currently working on the school’s magazine project. We are going to make a magazine as a tribute to the
school’s 30th anniversary. I’m busy with all the cover designs I have to draw. I am very excited.
Anyway, what about you? Are you still working on those robots? I saw your competition in the internet
last month. Well done though you only placed the second. Your robot was so splendid.
Let me now if you will have another competition. I’d like to see it. Hopefully, you win the next
competition.

Your best friends,

Steve

37. What is the purpose of the letter?

A. To inform about the school’s magazine project.
B. To ask about a robot competition in the internet.
C. To tell about a robotics competition.
D. To ask Denny to reply Steve’s letter.
E. To reply Denny’s previous letter.

38. From the letter we know that ….

A. Denny is the president of the school’s wall magazine club
B. Steve watched the last robotics competition
C. Steve knows how to design a magazine cover
D. Denny must win the next robotics competition
E. Steve designs Denny’s robot amazingly

39. ‘’We are going to make a magazine as a tribute to the school’s 30th anniversary.”
The word “tribute” is similar in meaning to ….
A. sacrifice
B. homage
C. give up
D. duty
E. faith

40. Who is the addressee of the letter?

A. Denny.
B. Steven.
C. Class mate.
D. Club mate.
E. Robots
The following text is for questions 41 to 43

There are several ways you can maintain your body immune system naturally to support your body's
innate ability to protect against illness; as well as minimize the severity of symptoms should you fall ill.
First, manage your stress to mitigate immune suppression.
Next, get enough sleep to support immunity.
In addition, move your body to boost immunity.
Further, eat nutrient-dense foods.
Finally, supplement with vitamins, minerals, and immune boosting botanicals.

41. What is the purpose of the text?

A. To inform how to make something.
B. To tell steps of how to boost your health.
C. To persuade the readers to follow the writer’s opinion.
D. To retell sequence of events about maintaining health.
E. To tell how to strengthen immunity against disease naturally.

42. What can be sum up from the text?

A. Temporal conjunction isn’t needed to procedural text.
B. The text is mostly using passive sentences.
C. There are six steps to do in strengthening our immune.
D. The steps are all written in imperative sentences.
E. Doing all the steps guarantee the health.

43. “…move your body to boost immunity.”

The synonym of the word “boost” is ….
A. make better
B. decline
C. push
D. enrich
E. weaken

44. Rearrange the following sentences to form a meaningful paragraph!

How to Start a Scrapbook

1. Decide on a theme for your photo album. It can be specific or general.
2. Organize the photos and mementos.
3. Group similar items onto pages. Sort and group pictures into cohesive units.
4. Choose an album. In addition to the patterns and designs, think about the size.
5. Decorate each page, Stickers, ribbons, chipboards, pieces, and stamps are useful for accenting
photos.

A. 4-2-5-3-1
B. 4-1-3-2-5
C. 4-3-1-5-2
D. 1-4-5-2-3
E. 5-4-1-2-3
The following text is for questions 45 to 47

The microwave oven brings the latest cooking technology into the kitchen. The microwave oven uses state of
the art magnetic technology to heat food electronically. It is safe, clean, and most of all, very efficient. Just
follow the steps below:
Plug in the microwave. No need to press an ON button, the microwave is always ready to use! It is in a
standby mode to save power.
Put your food in the bowl made from durable non-stick plastic.
Put the bowl into the microwave, close the oven door.
Press the Auto Cook Button. Choose from the options: Meat, Vegetable, Rice, Cake and Microwave Meal.
Press the START button. The microwave oven will cook the food in a matter of minutes. It will stop
automatically when the food is done.
When the microwave stops, press the open button and take the bowl out of the oven. Your meal is ready to
serve.

45. What is the function of the standby mode in the microwave oven?
A. To ease operating the microwave oven.
B. To heat food electronically.
C. To save the power.
D. To cook the food in the bowl.
E. To stop the microwave automatically.

46. What should we do before pressing the start button?

A. Plug the microwave.
B. Put the bowl into microwave.
C. Select the choice of food cooked.
D. Choose the options Microwave Meal.
E. Take the bowl out of the oven.

47. To operate the microwave oven, we must do … steps.

A. 6
B. 7
C. 8
D. 9
E. 10

The following text is for questions 48 to 50

PRAY
(JUSTIN BIEBER)

I just can't sleep tonight

Knowing that things ain't right
Its in the papers, its on the TV,
Its everywhere that I go
Children are crying
Soldiers are dying
Some people don't have a home
But I know there's sunshine behind that rain
I know there's good times behind that pain
Can you tell me how I can make a change

I close my eyes and I can see a better day

I close my eyes and pray
I close my eyes and I can see a better day
I close my eyes and pray

I lose my appetite,
Knowing kids starve tonight
Am I a sinner,
'Cause half my dinner is still there on my plate
Ooh I got a vision, to make a difference
And its starting today

'Cause I know there's sunshine behind that rain

I know there's good times behind that pain
Heaven tell me how I can make a change
I close my eyes and I can see a better day
I close my eyes and pray
I close my eyes and I can see a better day
I close my eyes and
Pray for the broken-hearted
I pray for the life not started
I pray for all the lungs not breathing
I pray for all the souls in need
I pray

Can you give 'em one today

I just can't sleep tonight
Can someone tell how to make a change?
I close my eyes and I can see a better day
I close my eyes and pray
I close my eyes and I can see a better day
I close my eyes and I pray

48. What can be inferred from the song?

A. Soldiers’re all dead in the war.
B. Pain is caused by the sinners.
C. Children are homeless.
D. People are suffering from war.
E. The singer is starving.

49. ”... there’s sunshine behind that rain”. From the expression, it can be assumed that ....
A. It will be sunny day soon.
B. It’s impossible to rain all day long.
C. Keep fighting because war will be over one day.
D. There’s always sadness because of war.
E. There will be better condition after a bad one.

50. What message does the singer want to send to the listener?
 A. to create the houses for the homeless
B. to build new world to the children
C. to help those struggling and in need.
D. to be careless for the victims.
E. to change the world soon

The following text is for questions 51 to 54

Anwar Salim
Jl. Bumi Halim, No. 12, Jakarta
10928
086912345678
salim_anwar@gmail.com

5 November 2022

Novita Sari
Human Resource Manager,
TSEC Ltd
Jl. Sapta Raya, No. 150, Jakarta
21097

Dear Novita Sari,

I am excited to be applying for the Junior Journalist at your company. After reviewing your job description, I
believe that I am the perfect candidate for the position. I have been writing news articles since I was in high
school and I was also the leader of my school's journalistic organization. In addition, I have been interested
in TSEC since it won the Most Creative Publication Award last year. I am certain that I can collaborate with
your editorial team and further develop Indonesian creative media.

I am a high school graduate and currently, I am in my last semester of college in Media and Communication
major at Brahmana University. I graduated from high school with a high distinction due to my high exam
scores and my extracurricular achievements.

I gained my journalistic experiences in my school's student newspaper. I started as a field reporter, in which I
learned valuable skills, such as developing detailed articles and maintaining a resourceful knowledge in news
topics. Later, I was promoted to the editor role, where I managed my team in producing creative content.
Under my leadership, our newspaper won the award for the Best Student Newspaper in the state for two
years in a row. I am confident that my proven skills will help me to contribute to TSEC's success.

I look forward to having a discussion about the job in an interview. I hope that my skills and experiences will
bring value to TSEC in the future. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely yours,

Anwar Salim

51. What kind of letter is the letter above? It is a/an … letter.

A. Informal
B. Complaint
C. Application
D. Appreciation
E. Congratulating
52. Where does the writer get the skills needed for the job?
A. School.
B. Campus.
C. University.
D. Previous Job.
E. School Organization.

53. What is paragraph two about?

A. The job position applied.
B. The skills that the writer has.
C. The writer’s educational background.
D. The writer’s expectation to be interviewed.
E. The writer’s achievement in an organization.

54. What is TSEC?

A. A magazine.
B. A newspaper.
C. A student organization.
D. A news media company.
E. A news and media campus.

The following text is for questions 55 to 57

Lee Jimenez
483 Apple Street
New York, NY 10001
(212) 555-8965
Lee.jones@email.com

September 15, 2019

Sarah Jenkins
Recruiter
Rogers Consulting
901 Main Street
New York, NY 10001

Dear Ms. Jenkins,

I am reaching out to you regarding the posting for the human resources consultant position I found on
Indeed.com. I have a great interest in this position and would appreciate your consideration as a candidate for
the role.
In my previous experience, I worked in human resources departments to provide support across several
different industries. I have worked in my current role as a human resources generalist for the past four years.
Prior to this job, I worked as a human resources assistant for two years, which shows my ability to advance
in my career.
I have a strong passion for helping others, which is why I have found such fulfillment in human resources,
providing support to my fellow employees and assisting them in ways that benefit them both personally and
professionally. I also enjoy looking for solutions to common HR problems, which I feel would be a great
asset in the position with your company. Since this consultant position works directly with multiple clients,
assisting them in their human resources needs, I believe my innovative nature and strong skill set will help
me succeed.
I have strong communication skills, which are vital to success in the HR field. I also have a bachelor’s
degree in human resources from Arizona State University. Throughout my education, I worked with skilled
human resources professionals who have shared their insights and experience with me. Some of my strongest
skills include my ability to increase employee retention through the improvement of company culture and to
develop training and education programs to ensure all employees have access to the information they need to
succeed and comply with legal requirements.
I appreciate your time in reviewing this letter and hope to hear from you in regard to the next steps in the
hiring process. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact
me.

Sincerely,
Lee Jimenez

55. What is the purpose of the text above?

A. To explain the job that Lee wants.
B. To apply for a position in a company.
C. To describe a job that is being advertised.
D. To persuade readers so that Lee can get the job.
E. To tell about Lee Jimenez educational background.

56. What is paragraph 2 about?

A. Where the information about the job vacancy is from.
B. The soft skills that the writer got from the previous job.
C. The writer’s educational and organization background.
D. The writer’s experience from the previous job.
E. The writer’s expectation to be interviewed.

57. What does the word ‘comply’ in paragraph 4 closest in meaning to?
A. conform to
B. ignore
C. command
D. give up
E. submission

The following text is for questions 58 and 59

Interviewer : Good morning, Mr. Anwar. Welcome to TSEC. How are you?
Applicant : I'm great. Thanks.
Interviewer : Okay, let’s start by telling me a little about yourself.
Applicant : (58) …
Interviewer : So, why do you want this job?
Applicant : Well, I've researched the job, and found that my skills and interests really fit the role. I
think I'd be great match for your company.
Interviewer : (59) … ?
Applicant : I hope that the job would help me grow and develop my skills. I will be happy to learn and
contribute passionately for the company.

58.
A. I’m in my last semester of college majoring Media and Communication. I have been writing news
articles since I was in high school and I was also the leader of my school's journalistic organization.
B. I look forward to having a discussion about the job in an interview. I hope that my skills and
experiences will bring value to the company in the future.
C. This job position is the best position in the company, that many of fresh graduates would be very
happy to have it as a challenge for their career.
D. Regarding with the posting for the marketing manager in your company, the applicants should have
at least two years of experience in the same position.
 E. Since this position works mainly with customers, the company needs an individual that is mobile,
energetic and would like to meet many people as part of the job description.

59.
A. What are your strengths?
B. Very well. Now, do you mind working overtime?
C. What are you looking for in this job?
D. What experience do you have related with the position?
E. Where are you graduated from?

The following text is for questions 60 to 62

Alice Monroe
alice.monroe@email.us
524-303-1336

Professional Summary
Detail-oriented staff accountant with 5 years of experience, skilled in financial statements and account
reconciliation. Seeking position at ARF&H Healthcare. At Point Life Health, identified ways to lower
variable costs by 17% and saved $1.1M annually. Spotted and fixed a recurring accounting error that saved
another $600,000.

Work Experience
Staff Accountant
Point Life Health
May 2014–March 2019
Provided accounting and financial analysis during the preparation of financial statements. Performed work
100% error-free thanks to rigorous self-checking. Completed month-end close duties and reconciled balance
sheet accounts. Found and fixed a recurring mistake, saving $1.1M per year. Worked with cross-functional
teams to synchronize month-end record-keeping. Used automation to cut 3 hours a week of meeting time for
10 employees. Tasked with conducting deep account analysis. Found ways to cut variable costs 17%.Trained
2 new staff accountants in company best practices.

Education
2008–2012 North Carolina State University
Associate’s Degree in Business Accounting
3.7 GPA
Worked on a project to automate accounting process for a local florist shop. Cut time needed for
bookkeeping by 45%.

Skills
Soft skills: Collaboration, communication. Critical thinking, detail-oriented
Hard skills: financial statements, IT, asset management, account analysis

Activities
Volunteer 4x per month to transport homeless animals to rescue.
Lead weekly cycling group. Increased attendance 200%.

60. Where did Alice Monroe work for until 2019?

A. Staff Accountant.
B. Point Life Health.
C. Accounting and Financial.
D. ARF&H Healthcare.
E. Accounting Manager.
 61. What does the word recurring in the text have closest in meaning to?
A. Resume
B. Participation
C. Unsolved problem
D. Willingly overwork
E. Occurring repeatedly

62. How long does Alice take to be able to graduate from the University?
A. 3 years.
B. 4 years.
C. 5 years.
D. 6 years.
E. 7 years.

The following text is for question 63

President Joko Widodo observes a mass vaccination in

Jakarta, June 14 2021. (Photo: Presidential Secretariat
Press Bureau/Laily RE)
63. Where did the photo come from?
A. Jakarta.
B. President’s Press
C. President’s secretary.
D. President Joko Widodo.
E. Presidential Press Bureau.
The following text is for questions 64 and 65

64. Based on the caption, what should people do to solve major problems in the world?
A. To synchronize the way people think and how the nature works.
B. To let the nature think and let the people work.
C. To plant as many as trees to help the nature.
D. To wait for the result of how the nature work.
E. To let the nature work and don’t think.

65. What would happen if people start to think in the way of how the nature works?
A. A lot of trees will grow.
B. The world will be greener.
C. The world’s big problems will be solved.
D. The world will start to develop in a modern way
E. There will be no more corruption in the world.

The following text is for questions 66 and 67

 66. What can we infer from the picture?
A. The number of people infected is getting lower as the new variant appears.
B. People can easily get infected by Omicron but unlikely would die from it.
C. More people is hospitalized in South Africa because of Omicron
D. Delta variant is breaking new record in January 2022.
E. Omicron is as dangerous as the Delta variant.

67. What is the best to complete the caption?

A. more
B. still
C. really
D. less
E. maybe

The following text is for questions 68 to 70

Why Summer Daylight is Longer than Winter Daylight

In the summer, the amount of daylight that we get is more than we get in winter. This is not because as much
people think we are closer to the sun but because of the tilt of the earth.
The earth is actually closer to the sun in winter than it is in summer but you would be forgiven for thinking
that this cannot be true after looking out of your window on a cold and frosty morning.
It seems strange that as the earth get closer to the sun during its orbit then the amount of daylight that we get
decrease. But that is the case. It is the tilt of the earth that determine the amount of daylight that we get and
so the length of time that for us the sun is above the horizon.
Taken from: www.ictteachers.co.uk

68. What is the text about?

A. The amount of sun lights in the summer.
B. The cause of why daytime in the summer is longer.
C. The distance between the sun and the earth in summer.
D. The effects of summer daylight is longer that the winter daylight.
E. The winter daylight that is shorter is because of the sun – earth distance.

69. What is the cause of different amount of daylight in different season?

A. The tilt of the earth.
B. The cold and frosty morning.
C. The distance between earth and the sun.
D. When the earth is getting closer to the sun.
E. When the length of time the sun is closer to us.

70. What is the synonym of the word decrease in the text?

A. Decline
B. Drop out
C. Disclosure
D. Depressed
E. Determinant

The following text is for questions 71 to 74

Smoking is known to be damaging to one’s health and can cause various cancers in the body. Smoking at
any age has negative effects, including for teenagers and young adults.
Teens are often exposed to images of celebrities smoking, which can make it seem cool, even though there
are many serious downsides to smoking. In some instances, the media tries to make smoking look
acceptable, which helps tobacco companies make sales.
Teens may be faced with parents or siblings who smoke in their home. If teens live with smokers, they are
likely exposed to second-hand smoke and all the health repercussions that come with it. These teens are also
more likely to have access to packs of cigarettes that older siblings, parents or other family members have in
the household.

71. What is the text about?

A. Why smoking is dangerous.
B. When teens start to learn to smoke.
C. How teens become addicted to smoke.
D. What are the effects of smoking for teens.
E. When family members smoke in front of teenagers.

72. Based on the text, what makes it easier for teenagers to have access to cigarette?
A. The celebrities they see on TV.
B. The cigarette advertisement on mass media.
C. The bully they meet at school.
D. The cigarette sold at shops and stores.
E. The family members who smoke in the household.

73. “…even though there are many serious downsides to smoking.” What does the word downside
mean?
A. Lower side.
B. Worse condition.
C. The ground side.
D. Negative aspects.
E. Under the influence.

74. What can we learn from the text?

A. Tobacco companies are trying to make smoking looks illegal.
B. Teens start being addicted to cigarette by seeing celebrities or people around them.
C. Media has a role in showing the downsides of cigarette to help tobacco companies.
D. It is impossible that teenagers become passive smokers if they live with smokers.
E. Teenagers can be exposed to the bad effects of smoking at school.

The following text is for questions 75 to 77

How Corruption Occurs

Corruption usually occurs because some individuals are willing to use illicit means to maximize personal or
corporate profit. How does corruption happen? Does corruption happen slowly, or all at once?
When we hear the word corruption, we immediately think about political issues. But have you ever thought
that actually people have often practiced culture of corruption from (75) ……… age. For example, we know
the term “rubber clock” which is always not on time to make an appointment. This is an example of small
corruption that we are not aware of. So don’t be (76) ……….. if there will be a lot of corruptors – who are
very troubling.
(77)…………., exam cheating is also a form of corruption. Cheating is a common thing done by students.
Indeed cheating can give us a high value, but it will reduce us ourselves, by cheating we certainly cannot get
that knowledge purely. If this is often done, the cheating action is carried out when an adult student. As an
adult, he has a position in the government, in politics, and in a BUMN (state-owned enterprise). Finally, the
person concerned likes to hang out, cheat or outsmart the budget to look for additional income.

75.
A. an adult
B. a later
C. an early
D. school
 E. old

76.
A. surprise
B. surprised
C. surprising
D. surprises
E. surprisingly

77.
A. However
B. Furthermore
C. Even though
D. Consequently
E. Therefore

The following text is for questions 78 to 80

Fight Song
By Rachel Platten

Like a small boat

On the ocean
Sending big waves
Into motion
Like how a single word
Can make a heart open
I might only have one match
But I can make an explosion
And all those things I didn't say
Wrecking balls inside my brain
I will scream them loud tonight
Can you hear my voice this time?
This is my fight song
Take back my life song
Prove I'm alright song
My power's turned on
Starting right now I'll be strong
I'll play my fight song
And I don't really care if nobody else believes
'Cause I've still got a lot of fight left in me
Losing friends and I'm chasing sleep
Everybody's worried about me
In too deep
Say I'm in too deep (in too deep)
And it's been two years I miss my home
But there's a fire burning in my bones
Still believe
Yeah, I still believe
And all those things I didn't say
Wrecking balls inside my brain
I will scream them loud tonight
Can you hear my voice this time?
This is my fight song
Take back my life song
Prove I'm alright song
My power's turned on
Starting right now I'll be strong
I'll play my fight song
And I don't really care if nobody else believes
'Cause I've still got a lot of fight left in me
A lot of fight left in me
Like a small boat
On the ocean
Sending big waves
Into motion
Like how a single word
Can make a heart open
I might only have one match
But I can make an explosion
This is my fight song
Take back my life song
Prove I'm alright song
My power's turned on
Starting right now I'll be strong (I'll be strong)
I'll play my fight song
And I don't really care if nobody else believes
'Cause I've still got a lot of fight left in me
Know I've still got a lot of fight left in me

78. What is the song about?

A. A romantic love between two close friends.
B. A strong will to be a stronger and better individual.
C. A powerful song about motivation for cancer patients.
D. A bad relationship with family members that later give problems to the writer.
E. A song to fight racism and gangsters that happen in the writer’s neighborhood.

79. What is the message of the song?

A. To not give up and keep on doing our best.
B. To love unconditionally to people around us
C. To fight racisms in any form in our neighborhood.
D. To leave toxic relationship and dare to get out of comfort zone.
E. To seek for the best health care and pray to God for the best help.

80. What is the mood of the song?

A. Mellow and Romantic.
B. Good-tempered.
C. Strong and powerful.
D. Peaceful and calm.
E. Rude and rough.