Reading Section Paket 10: Soal Ujian Sekolah Mapel Bahasa Inggris SMA-SMK dengan Kunci Jawaban

Reading Section

5. Error Recognition: Choose the inappropriate structure or word in the sentences below.

16. Anna: I went to Batu yesterday. The weather was so cold there.
                     A                                                               B
    Shanty: Yes, it’s as cold than Probolinggo. Did you also go to Malang?
                                       C
    Anna: Yes, I did. It is hotter than Batu.
                                                 D
17. Mariana: I heard that there was a robbery at Mrs. Anita’s house last night.
                                                  A
    Lucky: Yes. A new car where was parked in the garage was stolen.
                                                B                                                            C
    Mariana : I’m really sorry to hear that.
                                          D
18. Maria : Katie Holmes’ new haircut is cute. She looks gorgeous.
                                                      A                                     B
    Christine : I agree with you. She is looked much younger than she really is.
                                                                     C                                     D
19. Shinta : You looked different without your glasses
                                              A
    Danu : I would have worn them if I didn’t break it. I sat on it by accident.
                       B                                           C
    Shinta : That’s too bad. I hope you’ll get another one soon.
                                    D
20. Woman : How do you like the movie?
                                   A
    Man : It is bored, I think. I wonder why people like it..
                          B                                                          C
    Woman : I’m sorry. I thought you would like it.
                                              D

6. Reading Comprehension: Questions 21 - 30 are based on a selection of reading materials. Choose the best answer to each question.

Questions 21-23 refer to the following email:

To: d.steven@ParadiseHotel.com
CC: Accounts Payable
Subject: Request for copy of invoice

Dear Mr. Daniel Steven,

I'm Craig David from the Accounts Payable department at AdelaideComp. Ltd. I understand that we have an invoice outstanding with your company since 07/01/2010. This email is to request you for a copy of the invoice, so that we can clear it for payment at the earliest.

First of all, we should apologize for the delay in payment. The accounts team has been reshuffled and this case came to my notice just an hour ago and I am writing to you immediately. The invoice in question is invoice number 246849.

We cannot seem to locate the invoice, so I request you to send me a copy of the invoice, so that I can issue the payment right away. Please send it to the email address mentioned below and mark it for my attention. Once again, sincere apologies for the delay.

Thank you,

Craig David,
Senior Executive
Accounts Payable,
AdelaideComp. Ltd
email: accountspayable@ParadiseHotel.com

21. Why did the writer send the above email?
    1. To ask for a copy of invoice.
    2. To make payment for the invoice.
    3. To inform about reshuffle in the accounts team.
    4. To request an early payment.
22. What is NOT mentioned in the email?
    1. Number of invoice.
    2. Date of invoice.
    3. Price of invoice.
    4. Issuer of invoice.
23. Who issued the invoice?
    1. Paradise Hotel
    2. Craig David
    3. Adelaide Comp.
    4. Accounts payable

Questions 24-25 refer to the following text:

ROYAL PHILIPS ELECTRONICS

Royal Philips Electronics of the Netherlands is a diversified Health and Well-being company, focused on improving people’s lives through meaningful innovations. As a world leader in healthcare, lifestyle and lighting, Philips integrates technologies and design into people-centric solutions, based on fundamental customer insights and the brand promise of “sense and simplicity”.

Headquartered in the Netherlands, Philips employs over 122,000 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries worldwide. With sales of EUR 22.6 billion in 2011, the company is a market leader in cardiac care, acute care and home healthcare, energy efficient lighting solutions and new lighting applications, as well as lifestyle products for personal well-being and pleasure with strong leadership positions in male shaving and grooming, portable entertainment and oral healthcare.

24. Which statement is NOT true according to the text?
    1. Philips headquarter is located in the Netherlands.
    2. Philips leads only in energy efficient lighting solutions & applications.
    3. Philips has more than 100.000 employees in all over the world.
    4. Philips has a wide range of products in healthcare, lifestyle, and lighting.
25. “... on fundamental customer...” (line 4). The synonym of the word “fundamental” is...
    1. Additional
    2. Incidental
    3. Important
    4. Extra

Questions 26-28 refer to the following text:

Automobile Technician

Job Purpose: Maintaining service operations by inspecting and maintaining vehicles.
Job Duties:

• Keeping equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.
• Maintaining vehicle functional condition by listening to operator complaints; conducting inspections; repairing engine failures; repairing mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; replacing parts and components; repairing body damage.
• Verifying vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Complying with state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Maintaining vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• Maintaining vehicle records by recording service and repairs.
• Keeping shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishing maintenance and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Skills/Qualifications: Lifting, Energy Level, Dependability, Persistence, Time Management, Attendance, Independence, Safety Management, Problem Solving, Dealing with Complexity, Analyzing Information.

26. The followings are some duties of an automobile technician, except....
    1. Keeping equipment available for use.
    2. Maintaining vehicle functional condition.
    3. Maintaining vehicle appereance and records.
    4. Updating technical publications
27. Which is not mentioned in the skills of an automobile technician?
    1. Time management
    2. Safety management
    3. Financial management
    4. Problem solving
28. "Verifying vehicle serviceability by ...."
    Which of the following is the synonym of the underlined word?
    1. Confirming
    2. Evaluating
    3. Qualifying
    4. Classifying

Questions 29-31 refer to the following advertisement:

29. Which statement is NOT true according to the text?
    1. Trimegatech offers 50% discount for home users, home offices and small-mid sized businesses.
    2. Small-mid sized business will get free consultation of network setup, web design, servers etc.
    3. Trimegatech’s computer services are available in two counties.
    4. The discount is only available during the company’s grand opening.
30. Small and mid sized businesses are able to get free consultation for ....
    1. Network setup, web development, hardware upgrades, etc.
    2. New office setup, wireless networks, web design, etc.
    3. Web development, servers, spyware removal, etc
    4. Web design, new office setup, network setup, etc.
31. “Take advantage of our grand opening”. The word “advantage” has similar meaning to ....
    1. Strength
    2. Weakness
    3. Benefit
    4. Disfavor

7. Incomplete Dialog: In questions 32 to 41, choose the best answer to complete the dialog.

32. Danny : Where is Andy? I haven't seen him today.
    Wanda : .... right now. He’ll have an exam next Monday.
    1. He might be playing football
    2. He’s probably studying at home
    3. It isn’t possible that he’s at home
    4. There’s a chance that he’ll be here.
33. Linda : Mom, we are running out of salt. .... ?
    Mother : Sure, dear. Thank you for helping.
    1. Would you like me to buy the salt?
    2. Would you buy the salt for me?
    3. Can you help me buy the salt?
    4. Could you get me the salt?
34. Dony : I’ll be late for work. I’ve got a flat tire.
    Nafisa : ..... Tell them you’re going to be late.
    Dony : You’re right. I will do that. Thank you.
    1. You shouldn’t go to work today.
    2. You’d better call your office.
    3. You let them replace your tire.
    4. You might need to stay here.
35. Salma : What do you like to do in your free time?
    Rina : .... . What about you?
    Salma : I’m fond of it too. I always hunt for new films every month.
    1. I like watching movies.
    2. I enjoy swimming.
    3. I like shopping very much.
    4. I’m interested in reading a book.
36. Clerk : Can I help you find something?
    Nia: .... this yellow scarf and black hat. How much are they?
    Clerk : They are Rp.90,000.-
    Nia: OK. I’ll take them. Can you wrap them for me? They’re a present.
    Clerk : Yes, sure.
    1. I prefer to sell
    2. I’d like you to buy
    3. I would like to rent
    4. I'd like to buy
37. Mr. Doni : Have you done the assignment?
    Students : Yes, Sir.
    Mr. Doni : OK. ..... I’ll check it.
    1. Submit your work on my desk
    2. Don’t look at your friend’s work
    3. Do not collect your work
    4. Exchange it with your friend
38. Sophia : My mom bought me a box of chocolate. Would you like some?
    Marsya : No, thanks. .... but now I’m on a diet.
    Sophia : Really? I think you’re slim enough to go on a diet.
    1. I used to eat a lot of chocolate
    2. I don’t like chocolate
    3. I think chocolate is not good for health
    4. I had had a bar of chocolate
39. Bella : Denise, there’s no milk in the fridge.
    Denise : Yes, I know. .... It’s on my shopping list.
    1. I bought some milk.
    2. I’m going to get some.
    3. I would like to have it.
    4. Would you put it in the fridge?
40. Clarissa : I wanted to drop in yesterday but it seemed nobody was home. Where were you?
    Issabel : Oh, I’m really sorry. ....
    Clarissa : You must have had some fun there.
    1. I visited a relative in the hospital.
    2. I did my homework yesterday.
    3. I went to the beach with my family.
    4. I got a bad headache.
41. Alex : What are you doing, Sarah? Let's hurry.
    Sarah : Wait. ....
    Alex : We are leaving at 7 and now it’s 06.45.
    1. I try my new blue dress.
    2. I am trying my new blue dress.
    3. I tried my new blue dress.
    4. I have tried my new blue dress.

8. Cloze Test: Choose the most appropriate word or phrase to complete the texts.
Questions 42-44 refer to the following text:

Dear Mr. Gilhooley,

I am writing to apply for the programmer position ...(42)... in the Times Union. As requested, I am enclosing a completed job application, my certification, my resume and three references.

With a BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a full understanding of the full life cycle of a software development project. I also have experience ...(43)... learning and excelling of new technologies as needed. Please see my resume for additional information on my experience.

I can ....(44)... anytime via email at john.donaldson@gmail.com or my cell phone, 0846-4563-8577.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this employment opportunity.

Sincerely,

42. A. advertise        B. advertised        C. advertising        D. advertisement

43. A. into        B. by        C. at        D. in

44. A. reach        B. reached        C. be reached        D. being reached

Questions 45-47 refer to the following text:

ANNOUNCEMENT

To: All Football club members.

Preparing for Students Regional Football Championship, you ....(45)... to come and join us for regular football training every Thursday and Saturday at 02.00 - 04.00 p.m. ....(46)... practice will be held ....(47)... Sunday at 06.00 – 08.00 a.m. Thank you for your attention.

Students' Talent Scouts
Mr. Adrian

45. A. invited        B. are invited        C. were invited        D. will be invited

46. A. Addition        B. Additions        C. Additional        D. Additionally

47. A.of        B. at        C. in        D. on

Questions 48-50 refer to the following advertisement:

Matthew Kelsey, Printer

.... (48)... fine custome design and printing for all occasions, including announcements, invitations, stationery, posters, and more. Specializing in exquisite papers, .... (49)... typography, and memorable design .... (50 )... discerning customers.

Matthew Kelsey, Printer
Saratoga, CA 95070

48. A. Provide        B. Provided        C. Providing        D. Had provided

49. A. distinct        B. distinctive        C. distinction        D. distincted

50. A. for        B. of        C. on        D. in

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