Paket 1 A: Soal Olimpiade & Ujian Sekolah Bahasa Inggris SMP/MTs

Pada halaman ini, Mister Guru akan membagikan salinan otentik dan contoh soal Olimpiade Bahasa Inggris Tingkat SMP / MTs yang pernah dilombakan di SMKN 1 Probolinggo agar adik-adik siswa SMP / MTs bisa menggunakannya sebagai bahan persiapan mengikuti Olimpiade bahasa Inggris atau sebagai bahan pengayaan dan pendalaman materi menghadapi ujian sekolah bahasa Inggris. Selamat mengerjakan.

Choose the best answer; A, B, C, D, or E to each question.

Text 1: Questions No. 1 - 7

Living things ...(1)... found in various places on the Earth. They can be found in many different habitats, such as forests, deserts, and oceans. A habitat is the area ...(2)... an organism exists. For example, a forest, a river, a mountain range, or even a decaying tree ...(3)... can all be habitats.

Within each habitat, several factors impact the survival of an organism. These factors include elements like temperature, sunlight, and ...(4)... organisms. Together, these factors make up the organism's environment, which plays a key role in its survival and growth.

Different habitats offer various ...(5)... that are important for survival. For example, animals in a forest habitat need food, water, and shelter, while organisms living in the ocean must deal with saltwater and varying depths. The ...(6)... of these resources determines whether an organism can thrive in a particular habitat.

Some organisms are specially adapted to their environments. For instance, desert animals have developed ways to conserve water, while animals in cold climates have ...(7)... fur to protect them from the cold. These adaptations help organisms meet the challenges of their environment and ensure survival.

1. Choose the correct word.
   1. will be
   2. are
   3. is
   4. were
   5. be
2. Choose the correct word.
   1. where
   2. when
   3. which
   4. that
   5. whose
3. Choose the correct word.
   1. track
   2. tint
   3. threat
   4. thread
   5. trunk
4. Choose the correct word.
   1. others
   2. other
   3. another
   4. otherwise
   5. the other
5. Choose the correct word.
   1. resourceful
   2. source
   3. resource
   4. resources
   5. resourcing
6. Choose the correct word.
   1. available
   2. unavailable
   3. availability
   4. availing
   5. avail
7. Choose the correct word.
   1. thickness
   2. thickly
   3. thickest
   4. thick
   5. thicken

Text 2: Questions No. 8 - 14

Conserving natural resources requires thoughtful use and proper management of what we have. But why is it essential to conserve these resources?

Thousands of years ago, Earth's population was small, and natural resources were abundant for everyone. However, over the past two centuries, the global population has grown rapidly. As it continues to increase, the demand for natural resources rises to sustain this growth. This demand is expected to escalate further as nations worldwide progress and develop.

In addition, we have created countless machines to ease human labor and improve our quality of life. These machines consume vast amounts of fuel to generate the energy needed to operate them.

We are depleting our natural resources at an alarming rate. Non-renewable resources, which are finite, are running out quickly. Even renewable resources, such as forests, face significant threats. Trees are being cut down faster than they can grow back. With more land being cleared for urban development or agriculture, forests are disappearing at an unsustainable pace.

Forests are home to diverse wildlife. When these habitats are destroyed, the animals that depend on them face extinction. Some species are also vanishing due to excessive hunting and poaching for profit.

To ensure the longevity of our natural resources and protect our planet’s biodiversity, conservation is crucial. It is our responsibility to use resources wisely and preserve them for future generations.

8. What is the best title for the above text?
   1. Natural Resources and The Earth
   2. Conservation of Natural Resources
   3. The Importance of Natural Resources
   4. The Destruction of Forests
   5. The Danger of Growing Population
9. "Conserving natural resources requires thoughtful use and proper management of what we have.” (par. 1) The word “thoughtful” can be replaced by the following without changing the intended meaning, except ....
   1. intelligent
   2. careful
   3. wise
   4. reasonable
   5. dreadful
10. According to the text, which is not responsible for natural resource depletion?
    1. Human population.
    2. The invention of machines.
    3. The variety of wildlife.
    4. The clearance of forests.
    5. The development of countries.
11. Based on the text, what occurred several thousand years ago?
    1. The global population grew quickly.
    2. Additional natural resources were required to sustain the population.
    3. The need for natural resources was higher than it is now.
    4. Natural resources were abundant and sufficient for everyone.
    5. People had no need for natural resources at that time.
12. To conserve our natural resources, we should do the followings, except ....
    1. protect endangered animals.
    2. stop forest clearance.
    3. increase the demand for natural resources.
    4. control the use of non-renewable resources.
    5. conserve our forests.
13. “Non-renewable resources, which are finite, are running out quickly.” (par. 4) The phrase “running out” means ....
    1. going out
    2. becoming used up
    3. flowing
    4. spending
    5. becoming long
14. The following words are synonyms of the word “conserve”, except ….
    1. maintain
    2. keep up
    3. preserve
    4. protect
    5. decay

Text 3: Questions No. 15 - 20

The Disappearing Honeybee

Do you get nervous when you hear the buzz of a bee? Many people do, as bee stings are painful and can trigger allergic reactions. However, bees are incredibly important to humans. Beyond producing honey, honeybees play a vital role in pollinating flowers, plants, and trees. Many of the fruits, nuts, and vegetables we eat depend on these pollinators. In fact, honeybees are responsible for pollinating one-third of the food supply in the United States.

But have you noticed fewer honeybees around lately? Across the globe, honeybees are mysteriously disappearing. This phenomenon, known as Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), has caused some North American beekeepers to lose up to 80% of their hives between 2006 and 2008. Similar disappearances have been reported in Italy and Australia.

The decline in honeybee populations poses a significant threat. Can you imagine a world without blueberries, almonds, or cherries? Without honeybees, food prices would soar, and the poorest communities would bear the greatest burden in the face of food shortages.

This issue extends beyond fresh produce. Even your favorite ice cream could be affected! For example, many of Haagen-Dazs’ ice cream flavors rely on ingredients pollinated by honeybees. Recognizing the urgency of the problem, the company began raising funds for CCD research in 2008 and launched a website, helpthehoneybee.com, to spread awareness.

The most critical action we can take to save honeybees is to support research efforts. Scientists need funding to uncover the causes of Colony Collapse Disorder. Some attribute it to climate change, while others point to pesticides or the stress of commercial bee migration, where hives are transported to pollinate crops year-round. Addressing this crisis is essential for the health of our planet and our food supply.

15. Which is not true according to the text?
    1. Without honeybees, food prices will increase significantly.
    2. Beekeepers transport beehives to help protect bees.
    3. Honeybees pollinate plants that give us fruit and vegetables.
    4. Pesticide use may be one of the causes of CCD.
    5. Scientists need fund to research the causes of CCD.
16. How does the text describe that bees are very important to humans?
    1. They pollinate plants, flowers, and trees.
    2. They begin to disappear.
    3. Bees may sting and hurt people.
    4. The disappearance of the honeybee is a serious problem.
    5. They produce honey.
17. Which is not true about Haagen Daaz?
    1. It is a well-known ice cream company.
    2. Their production relies on the honey bee.
    3. They raise money for CCD research.
    4. They solve the problem by decreasing ice cream flavors.
    5. They run a website to help the honey bee.
18. According to the text, what percentage of America's food supply is pollinated by the honeybee?
    1. about 25%
    2. about 33%
    3. about 40%
    4. about 50%
    5. about 75%
19. “Across the globe, honeybees are mysteriously disappearing.” (par. 2) What is the synonym of the underlined word?
    1. becoming visible
    2. examining
    3. defending
    4. pressure
    5. vanishing
20. According to the text, why do people send beehives to other places?
    1. to protect them from extinction.
    2. because bee sting is dangerous.
    3. to help pollinate plants in certain places.
    4. to avoid pesticides.
    5. to be used in scientists’ researches.

Questions 21 – 24 refer to the following dialog

Reyna: "“Amazing! What a very ...(21)... shopping experience.”"

Amber: "...(22)... me? Sorry, I couldn't hear what you said."

Reyna: "This place is amazing. I enjoy shopping here."

Amber: "Yes, but it’s too ...(23).... I could hardly hear you."

21. Choose the correct answer.
    1. exciting
    2. horrible
    3. amusing
    4. disappointing
    5. boring
22. Choose the correct word.
    1. Pardon
    2. Sorry
    3. Hear
    4. Excuse
    5. Repeat
23. Choose the correct word.
    1. slow
    2. big
    3. noisy
    4. calm
    5. quiet
24. Where does the above conversation take place?
    1. A concert
    2. A shopping mall
    3. A fun fair
    4. The street
    5. A school
25. Arrange the following sentences into a good paragraph.
    1. When it rains, the rainwater dissolves the harmful substances in the air to form a weak acid.
    2. It kills trees in the forests.
    3. When it gets into rivers and lakes, the organisms that live in them are harmed.
    4. In some countries, air pollution is very bad.
    5. Acid rain is very harmful to the environment.
    6. We call this ‘acid rain’.
    1. 6-4-1-5-2-3
    2. 1-6-5-2-3-4
    3. 4-6-5-1-2-3
    4. 4-1-6-5-2-3
    5. 6-2-3-5-1-4
26. Ovi: “Wenny can’t drive a car.”
    Reza: “….”
    1. So can’t I.
    2. I can either.
    3. I can’t too.
    4. Neither can’t I.
    5. Neither can I.
27. Sita: “… do you read a newspaper?”
    Fifi: “Every day.”
    1. How
    2. What time
    3. How often
    4. How long
    5. How many times
28. I have a bad headache. I’ve taken some medicine but my head is … aching.
    1. yet
    2. already
    3. ever
    4. still
    5. not
29. I need to open these screws. I need a ....
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    1. screw opener
    2. screwdriver
    3. spanner
    4. drill
    5. saw

30. You can fasten the nut with ....
    1. pliers
    2. a bolt
    3. a drill
    4. a hacksaw
    5. a wrench
31. A=12m. B=10m. C=12m. D=15m. E=14m. Which is not true according to the data?
    1. A is as long as C.
    2. D is longer than C.
    3. C is shorter than B.
    4. B is the shortest of all.
    5. A is shorter than D.
32. Adi: “Can you turn the music down? I can’t concentrate.”
    Heri: “Oh, certainly.”
    Which sentence best describes the situation?
    1. It’s not noisy enough for Heri to concentrate.
    2. It is too noisy for Adi to concentrate.
    3. Adi can’t listen to the music clearly.
    4. It is not noisy enough for Adi to concentrate.
    5. It is too noisy for Heri to listen to the music.
33. She heard a noise behind her, so she looked ....
    
    1. out
    2. away
    3. up
    4. in
    5. back
34. Do you remember the woman ... sang at the party?
    1. which
    2. who
    3. whom
    4. whose
    5. when
35. I met a man ... wife is an English teacher at my son’s school.
    1. which
    2. who
    3. whom
    4. whose
    5. when
36. The Nile is ... river in the world.
    1. longest
    2. longer
    3. longer than
    4. as long as
    5. the longest
37. Joni: “We went to the cinema last night.”
    Lia: “Oh, really? ….”
    1. So did we.
    2. We do too.
    3. We also do.
    4. So do we.
    5. Neither did we.
38. Waiter: “… some drink, Sir?”
    Udin: “Yes, tea please.”
    1. What do you like
    2. May I have
    3. Could you drink
    4. Do you like
    5. Would you like
39. My car is at the garage now. ….
    1. It is repairing.
    2. It is being repaired.
    3. It repairs.
    4. It has repaired.
    5. It has been repaired.
40. Penny: “I must leave early.”
    Penny said that ….
    1. I must leave early.
    2. she must be left early.
    3. she had to leave early.
    4. I had to leave early.
    5. she must be leaving early.
41. My mother likes cooking. For me, she’s the best … in the world.
    1. cooker
    2. cook
    3. cooks
    4. cookies
    5. cooked
42. Gita began reading before the phone rang. So, when the phone rang, she ….
    1. was reading
    2. is reading
    3. began reading
    4. read
    5. has been reading
43. Denny: “… yet?”
    Yoni: “No, not yet. We’re waiting for them.”
    1. Have Tia and Merry arrived
    2. Had Tia and Merry arrived
    3. Did Tia and Merry arrive
    4. Do Tia and Merry arrive
    5. Would Tia and Merry arrive
44. Jaka has a bad memory. He can’t remember ....
    1. something
    2. anything
    3. nothing
    4. everything
    5. some things
45. Eddy … in a factory. Now he works in a supermarket.
    1. works
    2. is working
    3. has been working
    4. had been working
    5. used to work
46. My mother was at home, and my sister was too.
    1. Both my mother or my sister were at home.
    2. Either my mother or my sister was at home.
    3. Neither my mother nor my sister was at home.
    4. My mother was not only at home but also was my sister.
    5. Not only my mother but also my sister was at home.
47. He stood there and looked at … in the mirror.
    1. myself
    2. yourself
    3. himself
    4. herself
    5. itself
48. Denny: “...?”
    Rio: “It weighs 30 kilos.”
    1. How weight is it?
    2. How much does it weigh?
    3. What does it weigh?
    4. How far is it?
    5. How many is it?
49. It's very cold. You should ... your coat.
    1. put on
    2. put off
    3. put out
    4. put away
    5. put up
50. "The traffic runs smooth. They have repaired the street."
    We can also say ....
    1. The street had been repaired.
    2. The street is being repaired.
    3. The street is repaired.
    4. The street will have been repaired.
    5. The street has been repaired.