BAGIAN 1: PILIHAN GANDA
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Text 1 (For questions 1-5)
The Tiger
The tiger (Panthera tigris) is a large cat species native to Asia. It is the
largest living cat species and is recognizable for its dark vertical stripes on
orange-brown fur with a lighter underside.
Tigers are solitary animals. They usually hunt alone at night. Their diet
consists mainly of large ungulates such as deer and bovids. They are
powerful swimmers and often bathe in ponds and lakes to cool down
during hot days.
Unfortunately, tigers are an endangered species. Their population is
decreasing due to habitat loss and illegal hunting.
1. What is the purpose of the text above?
A. To tell a story about a tiger
B. To describe a specific tiger
C. To present information about tigers in general
D. To persuade people to love animals
2. What does the tiger look like?
A. It has spots on its body
B. It has dark vertical stripes
C. It is completely black
D. It has long horns
3. How do tigers usually hunt?
A. In a group
B. During the day
C. Alone at night
D. By swimming in the river
4. "Unfortunately, tigers are an endangered species..."
What is the meaning of 'endangered'?
A. Very common
B. Safe to find
C. At risk of extinction
D. Easy to catch
5. What is the General Classification of the text?
A. Paragraph 1
B. Paragraph 2
C. Paragraph 3
D. All paragraphs
Text 2 (For questions 6-10)
Mount Rinjani
Mount Rinjani is an active volcano in Indonesia. It is located on the island
of Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara. With an elevation of 3,726 meters above
sea level, it is the second highest volcano in Indonesia.
The mountain is very famous for its beautiful crater lake called Segara
Anak. The lake is blue and very clear. In the middle of the lake, there is a
new volcanic cone named Mount Barujari.
Mount Rinjani is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers from all
over the world.
6. Where is Mount Rinjani located?
A. Java
B. Sumatra
C. Lombok
D. Sulawesi
7. What is the name of the crater lake?
A. Mount Barujari
B. Segara Anak
C. Lake Toba
D. Kelimutu
8. How high is Mount Rinjani?
A. 2,726 meters
B. 3,000 meters
C. 3,726 meters
D. 4,000 meters
9. What is inside the crater lake?
A. A big ship
B. Many fish
C. Mount Barujari
D. A forest
10. "It is the second highest volcano..."
The antonym (lawan kata) of 'highest' is ....
A. Tallest
B. Lowest
C. Biggest
D. Widest
Text 3 (For questions 11-15
Komodo Dragon
The Komodo dragon is the largest living species of lizard. It is found in the
Indonesian islands of Komodo, Rinca, Flores, and Gili Motang.
These lizards can grow up to 3 meters in length and weigh up to 70
kilograms. They have a long tail, strong legs, and rough skin. Their sense
of smell is very sharp.
Komodo dragons are carnivores. They eat deer, pigs, and even water
buffaloes. They have venomous saliva which helps them hunt their prey.
11. What is the text about?
A. Snakes
B. Lizards
C. Crocodiles
D. Dinosaurs
12. How long can a Komodo dragon grow?
A. Up to 2 meters
B. Up to 3 meters
C. Up to 5 meters
D. Up to 10 meters
13. What do Komodo dragons eat?
A. Plants and leaves
B. Only fish
C. Meat
D. Fruits
14. Why are they dangerous?
A. Because they are very fast
B. Because they have venomous saliva
C. Because they have wings
D. Because they are small
15. "These lizards can grow up to 3 meters..."
The word 'these' refers to ....
A. Islands
B. Prey
C. Komodo dragons
D. Animals
General Questions about Report Text (16-30)
16. What tense is mostly used in a Report Text?
A. Past Tense
B. Present Continuous Tense
C. Simple Present Tense
D. Future Tense
17. Which one is the characteristic of Report Text?
A. Tells about a personal experience
B. Describes something specific
C. Describes things in general / scientific facts
D. Contains steps to do something
18. The part of the text that introduces the topic is called ....
A. Description
B. General Classification
C. Orientation
D. Conclusion
19. "The Platypus is a unique Australian animal."
This sentence belongs to ....
A. General Classification
B. Description
C. Explanation
D. Evaluation
20. Which of these topics is NOT suitable for Report Text?
A. The Solar System
B. How to Cook Rice
C. Types of Clouds
D. The Eiffel Tower
21. "Bicycles have two wheels. They usually have pedals..."
This sentence describes ....
A. Parts
B. Habits
C. Origin
D. History
22. What is the difference between Report Text and Descriptive Text?
A. Report is general, Descriptive is specific
B. Report is a story, Descriptive is fact
C. There is no difference
D. Report uses Past Tense
23. "Whales breathe using lungs."
This sentence explains ....
A. Appearance
B. Behavior / Function
C. Location
D. Name
24. Which verb is commonly used in Report Text?
A. Was / Were
B. Is / Are
C. Will / Shall
D. Did
25. "Cactus grows in dry areas or deserts."
This sentence explains the ....
A. Shape
B. Habitat
C. Color
D. Taste
26. The main function of Report Text is to ....
A. Entertain the readers
B. Retell past events
C. Provide factual information
D. Influence the readers
27. "Birds have feathers and wings."
This is an example of ....
A. Physical description
B. Habit
C. Usage
D. Definition
28. "Spiders are not insects. They are arachnids."
This sentence is part of ....
A. General Classification
B. Identification
C. Complication
D. Resolution
29. Which title below is a Report Text?
A. My Holiday in Bali
B. How to Make a Kite
C. Mammals
D. The Story of Sangkuriang
30. "It has four legs and a long neck."
The word 'It' refers to ....
A. A person
B. An animal or object
C. A place
D. An event
BAGIAN 2: ESSAY
Jawablah pertanyaan di bawah ini dengan singkat dan tepat!
Read the text below to answer questions 1-5!
Butterflies
Butterflies are beautiful flying insects with large scaly wings. Like all
insects, they have six jointed legs, 3 body parts, a pair of antennae,
compound eyes, and an exoskeleton.
The three body parts are the head, thorax, and abdomen. The butterfly’s
wings are attached to the thorax. Butterflies can only fly if their body
temperature is above 30 degrees Celsius. They sun themselves to warm
up in cool weather.
Butterflies go through a life cycle. There are four stages: egg, larva
(caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult.
1. What is the text about?
2.
3. Mention the parts of a butterfly’s body!
4.
3. When can butterflies fly well?
5. What are the four stages of the life cycle?
6.
5. What is the General Classification of the text? Write it down!
General Questions (6-20)
7. Mention the Generic Structure of Report Text!
8.
7. What tense is mostly used in writing Report Text?
9. What is the difference between General Classification and
Description?
10.
9. Write an example of a sentence that describes appearance!
11. Write an example of a sentence that describes habitat!
12.
11. What is the social function / purpose of Report Text?
13. Change this sentence into correct English: “Kucing adalah
mamalia.”
14.
13. Mention 3 examples of topics that can be made into Report Text!
15. What does this sentence describe?
16.
15. “Sharks live in the sea.” What does this sentence describe?
17. Why do we use Simple Present Tense in Report Text?
18.
17. What is the plural form of “This animal is big”?
19. Mention 3 characteristics of Report Text!
20.
19. “Cars are used for transportation.” This sentence explains the ... of
cars.
20. Make one sentence about “Cactus” using the word “has”!