The impact of globalization visibly and largely affects the politics and the economy of the

country but its effect on the mindset and the culture is noticeable gradually in the way people think
and react. Some of these good and bad points of this worldwide phenomenon are obvious from
some points. People favoring globalization state that there is a worldwide market for the companies
and for the customers there is a better access to products from different countries. Also, politics is
merging and decisions that are being taken are actually beneficial to people all over the world.
Cultural intermingling increases and every nation tries to know more about the other nations’
cultural preferences. In this process. we are actually coming across things that live like and in the
course of time adopt it. However, there are also opponents of globalization. There is immense
pressure on the employed people of developed countries who are always under the threat of their
jobs being outsourced. Globalization may lead to loss of cultural identity as western ideas are always
imposed upon the eastern thoughts.

1. How can globalization be beneficial culturally?

A. Cultural adaption is more open and inevitable.

B. Developed countries realize the importance of education.

C. Political ideas inspire people for a more democratic unity.

D. Exchanges of western and eastern cultures become intensive.

E. People of different cultures are aware of others likes and dislikes.

The Graduation Standard

The implementation of the nerv graduation standard for High-School Students has evoked people to
bring different responses. Some people’s ideas are for some others againts the rule. Some people
agree with the rule because it indicates students’ mastery of the whole material or the competence
they have managed to have over the past three years. The result of the final exam is also significant
for students’ future study in the higher level.

In addition, we are far left behind by our neighboring countries that have implemented a higher
graduation grade standard. If the standard is omitted. then student will get left behind even further
by those students from neighboring countries students.

However, some other people believe that imposing a high standard will not be effective. The results
of the exams have proven to be unreliable. How can you asses the students’ competence only in a
couple of days. A smart student for example, may get a low grade just because he is sick during the
exam. On the other hand, an idle student may achieve the standard due to luck. There should then
be an alternative way to the national exam.

Despite working on different points of view, the government’ this matter in the hope of getting a
better s relating party are intensively solution upon improving the High-School graduates quality.

2. What is the writer’s position in the controversy of graduation standardization?

A. The writer does not take side.

B. The writer follows the government’s policy.

C. The writer is strongly against it.

D. The writer supports it.

E. The writer opposes it.

3. “The implementation of the new graduation standard evoked people to bring different
responses.” (Paragraph 1)

The underlined word is closest in meaning to .. ..

A. created

B. reminded

C. examined

D. gained

E. got

There are a lot of discussions as to whether children should be given homework or not.

Some people claim that children do enough work in school already. They also argue that children
have hobbies that they want to do after school, such, as sports or music. A further point they make is
that a lot of homework is pointless and doesn’t help the child learn at all.

However, there are also strong arguments against this point of view. Parents and teachers
argue that it is important to find out whether children can work on their own without the support
from the teacher. They say that the evening is a good time for children to sit down and think about
what they have learned in school. Furthermore they claim that the school day is too short to get
anything done that needs doing and it makes sense to send home tasks like independent reading or
further writing tasks that don’t need teacher’s support.

On balance, I think that some homework is a good idea but that it should only given at the
weekend when children have more time.

4. How do we compare the second and the fourth paragraph?

A. Both paragraphs argue that homework is necessary for students.

B. Unlike the fourth paragraph, the second paragraph argues that homework is unnecessary.

C. The second paragraph supports that students need homework, but the fourth paragraph does
not.

D. The second paragraph and the fourth paragraph argue that students do not need homework.

E. The second and the fourth paragraphs do not say anything about the benefit of homework.

5. How many reasons are presented by those who are against homework?

A. 1

B. 2
C. 3

D. 4

E. 5

6. Those who are pro homework think that the students can … in the evening.

A. prepare for the next lesson

B. review their lessons

C. enjoy their pastime

D. do their hobbies

E. test themselves

7. “A further point they make is that a lot of homework is pointless and doesn’t help the child learn
at all.” (Paragraph 2)

The underlined word is synonymous with …

A. terrible

B. careless

C. difficult

D. unimportant

E. uninteresting

8. What is the writer’s suggestion about homework?

A. Homework is pointless.

B. Homework is badly needed.

C. Homework should be given at weekend.

D. Student should not be given homework.

E. Student must frequently have homework.

Being On time

Being on time is a beautiful social ethic and one of great importance, as it creates efficiency in
system and implies respect for one another. However, it is one the many values that is not easy for
our students to learn.

Inner discipline, one that comes from an understanding of the set rules and regulation, is the highest
form behavior. Most excellent schools try to instill this with a loving environment. Why, even adults
arrive late to meeting, work, et c. Here, we do not agree that late comers should be shut out. They
can be given warnings, most of which are enough to make them try their best to reach the school on
time latter. If this fails, invite the parent to school.

By closing the gates, the school is behaving cruelly, to which we prefer not to expose our children.
Every school has responsibility to implant good educational principle, but it should be in appropriate
ways. Good schools create competitive students who can organize themselves effectively in society,
so that everyone gets a quality life as a result of the ethics and values learned for as long as 12 years.

Children are precious and dependent on the adult for guidance. Understanding them is the key, and
to this end, both parents and schools must work hand in hand without playing the blame game.

Soal UN SMA/MA IPA 2011/2012

1. What should the school do if a student can’t stop his/her habit to come late to school?

A. Punish him/her

B. Shut him/her out

C. Fail him/her

D. Talk to his/her parents

E. Try to understand him/her

2. What does the writer think to be “the highest from of behaviour” (in the second paragraph)?

A. Respect for one another

B. Not being late to school

C. Understanding the regulations

D. Understanding the rules

E. Inner discipline

3.”Children are precious and dependent on the adults for guidance.” The word “precious” is closest
in meaning to ….

A. Valuable

B. Excellent

C. Clever

D. Innocent

E. Naïve
 Boarding School Education

There are many arguments in favor of a boarding school education. Nevertheless, the boarding
school is not always the best education institution for everyone.

At an early age interacting and communicating with people is very important for a child’s personal
life and can be especially helpful for his/her future. In a boarding school, shy children can take
advantage of interaction through communal activities. The boarding school also offers a great variety
of activities such as arts, sports, and music that allow children to demonstrate and develop
specialized skills in their free time.

Furthermore, the structured way of life and strict rules at the boarding school may helps students to
get used to a well ordered way of life. The manners and social skills will help them to become more
responsible and confident, and to develop their talents in leadership. Professionally trained teachers
and educators in the boarding school can offer excellent education without the parents’ constant
supervision.

In spite of these good points, it is not advisable to send a child to a boarding school if he/she is a
dependent learner. A boarding school usually demands that student learn independently. In
addition, the boarding school should not be seen as a measure to solve inappropriate behavior or
unsatisfactory study performance. Instead of improving, problematic children may close off their
relationship with their peers and teachers.

In conclusion although a boarding school may provide good education to many children, it is not
recommended for those who are strongly attached to their families. They may become frustrated
and socially isolated.

Soal UN SMA/MA IPA 2011/2012

4. According to the writer, children in a boarding school can develop specialized skills in…

A. Entrepreneurship

B. Community service

C. Reading

D. Drama

E. Music

5. Why do parents send their children to boarding school? Because…

A. It is good for shy children

B. It gives good education for adults

C. Interacting and communicating with people is very important

D. It does not allow children demonstrate excellence and develop their skills

E. It is safe and makes children become responsible and develop talents in leadership
6. From the text, we can conclude that…

A. The boarding school can be very expensive

B. There are good and bad boarding schools

C. The boarding school is the solution to our educational problems

D. It’s not necessary to send children to a boarding school because the students can live
independently

E. Not everyone thinks that the boarding school is the best educational institution for children

Skateboarding

Anybody who is over the age of six knows that there is nowhere safe for skateboarders to skate. This
prevents young people from enjoying an active, energetic and adventurous pastime.

Just watch a local street for a short while and note the steady stream of skaters speeding up and
down the footpaths. Toddlers can be trampled on and old ladies can be knocked down as they
struggle home carrying their cat food from supermarkets.

Skateboarding is a serious sport that improves young people’s health. It increases fitness, improves
balance and strengthens the joints in knees and ankles. Although it appears to be a solo sport, when
groups practice together and compete to perform stunts or runs they form firm friendships.

Young people should be prevented from becoming overweight couch potatoes. If they are actively
involved in skating, they do not smoke, take drugs or break laws for fun.

Kids will always seek thrills and excitement. They need to practice their 180s, 360s and Ollie’s free
from restrictions. We must build skate parks in the suburbs so that streets are safe for small children
and senior citizens and skaters have spaces where they can race, chase, speed, and soar towards the
sun.

7. Where do the kids usually ride their skateboard?

A. In the main roads and foot paths

B. In front of the supermarket

C. In front of their home

D. In the suburbs

E. In the park

8. What is the main idea of paragraph 3?

A. There is no safe place for skateboarders

B. Kids seek an excitement in skate

C. The goodness of skateboarding

D. The skateboarding is a serious sport

E. How to prevent overweight by skateboarding

9. The writer’s purpose in writing the text is ….

A. To invite the local teenagers to skate in a park built specifically for skaters

B. To convince the readers that they need a safe place for skaters to skate

C. To provoke youngsters into the local government policy

D. To promote the writer’s business of skateboarding class

E. To inform parents about the goodness of skateboarding

10. What must we do to let the skaters play?

A. Join with them anywhere

B. Give them space in the park

C. Let them play in the main roads

D. Let them play in the local street

E. Build a skate park in the suburbs

11. They need to practice their 180s, 360s and Ollie’s free from restrictions. (Paragraph 5) The
synonym of the word “restrictions” is …

A. Approval

B. Allowance

C. Improvement

D. Prevention

E. Limitations
 Should Americans be forced to Public Transportation?

First, let me define what the question is and isn’t asking. It isn’t asking if we should we all abandon
cars right now, nor is it asking if we should abandon them completely, nor is it asking if every
American should do so. It is asking weather some Americans should have to take public transit some
of the time, and I would say yes.

Oil use and pollution aside, in some cities like Los Angeles and New York there just isn’t room for any
more roads, so in order for large cities to grow, they need more people to take public transit or risk
permanent traffic jam. One bus can safely hold 40 people so even at half capacity that’s nearly 20
cars’ worth of space in traffic cleared up, and nearly 20 parking spaces that don’t need to built.

There are a lot of people that can take with transit little inconvenience but simply don’t because
they never have in the past. If residents in areas with plenty of transit had to buy transit passes as
part of their property taxes then they would have little excuse not to bus occasionally. QA number of
universities already bundle a ‘U-Pass’ with their tuition feeds, forcing their students to take the bus.
When given the change the majority of those students have voted to keep these programs.

A similar system in apartments where a portion of the tenants are not issued parking spaces in
exchange for a discount on their rent would also be community car to several apartment tenants
that arrange a schedule for the car, and this program gets many positive reviews.

So yes, I would say that Americans should be forced to use public transit, as Americans whom are
already forced to do so find that it works well for them.

12. What does writer suggest?

A. Americans should learn to use public transportation

B. Americans should give up their car

C. Americans should be forced to use public transportation

D. The government should limit the number cars

E. The government should charge extra taxes for those who uses cars

13. The following is one of the writer’s suggestions in forcing people to use Public Transportation ….

A. Make people buy transit passes as part of their property taxes

B. Banning the use of cars

C. Stop automobile productions

D. Fine people who do not use public transportation

E. Limit the number of gasoline

14. What is the purpose of the article?

A. Defining the functions of public transportation

B. Arguing that Americans should not use public transportation

C. Suggesting American the ways to use public transportation

D. Asking for more public transportation

E. Suggesting that Americans should be forced to use public transportation

15. What is the function of the first paragraph?

A. Repeating the thesis or proposal

B. Stating the proposal

C. Stating the reasons behind the thesis

D. Describing the problem

E. Giving argument

16. In the article you find the word “transit” a few times. What does the word “transit” means?

A. Stop

B. Transportation

C. Exit

D. Entrance

E. Bus Stop

17. What the function of the last paragraph?

A. Describing the problem

B. Stating the reasons behind the thesis

C. Giving arguments

D. Stating the proposal

E. Giving recommendation
 Circuses Should Not Use Animals

Animals should not be used in circus. The environment where they perform and their living
conditions are usually inappropriate. Tigers, for example which naturally live in wilderness, must
perform tricks on a narrow stage and spend their lifetime in a small cage.

Besides, the living conditions of the circus animals are poor. They live in a cramped condition most of
the tim E. They actually need more space to roam. They also do not have freedom to live with their
own kind.

We should ban the use of animals in circus and their confinement there.

18. Why does the writer consider circus inappropriate place to live for animals?

A. It resembles the animal’s natural habitat.

B. It is the place where the animals are tortured.

C. It is the place to get public amusement.

D. It provides animals bad food.

E. It costs animals ill condition.

19. According to the text, … .

A. Tigers are the most suitable animals to perform tricks.

B. Tigers are the smartest animals.

C. The highlight of the circus is on the animals.

D. The animals are the main performers in the circus.

E. Animals receive ill treatment in a circus.

20. “They live in a cramped condition most of their time (Paragraph 3).The word “cramped” is closest
in meaning to.

A. clean and neat

B. dirty and messy

C. poor and spacious

D. small and crowded

E. large and quiet

 Fuel Price

Government should not raise fuel price to solve the problem of economic issues. People were
affected severely with the high fuel price like last year. Obviously they cut their spending. As an
example, they had to buy lower quality of rice or palm oil. There were also fewer buyers of
secondary commodities like flour, or canned meat or fish.

Furthermore, the condition of low income family will become even worse because their expenses
will increase while their salaries will not. Many companies will have to trim the number of
employees because they are incapable of managing, buying or selling price, standard wages and
personal affairs.

Finally, government should not raise fuel price to overcome economic problem but the solution
should be sought by tapping into the nation’s own potential and utilizing it to enhance productivity
to its maximum.

21. The title of the text is ….

A. The price of the secondary commodities

B. The effect of increasing fuel price

C. Condition of low income family

D. The increasing of fuel price

E. The economic problem

22. “Many companies will have to trim the number of employees.” (Paragraph 2). The word “trim”
means ….

A. fire

B. cut

C. add

D. reduce

E. border

23. What is the main idea of the last paragraph?

A. The government should enhance productivity to solve the economic problem.

B. The government should raise fuel price to solve the problem.

C. The government should consider condition of low family income.

D. The government should reduce the number of employees.

E. The government should decrease the standard of wages.

 Faster Planes and Cheaper Flights

Faster planes and cheaper flights are making it easier than ever before for people to travel. In the
most ‘developed’ societies, visiting exotic places is a sought-after status symbol. The tourism
industries of both developed and developing countries have recognized this fact and are learning to
take advantage of it.

There are, however, some problems associated with this new industry. Firstly, there is the increasing
crime rate. Some local’s tourists as an easy prey because, not only are they in unfamiliar territory
and therefore less able to take care of themselves, but also they carry visible items of wealth, such
as cameras and jewelery which can be disposed of quickly for profit.

Another major problem is health. With greater mobility comes greater danger of spreading
contagious diseases around the world. One carrier returning home could easily start an epidemic
before their illness was diagnosed. Moreover, the emergence of many diseases which resist
antibiotics is causing scientists to be increasingly concerned about this issue.

Also to be considered is the natural environment, which can be seriously threatened by too many
visitors. Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, for example, is in danger of being destroyed by tourists and
there are plans to restrict visitors to some of the more delicate coral cays.

These are just three of the reasons why any country should be wary of committing itself to an
extensive tourism development program.

Soal Ujian Nasional SMA/MA 2013

24. Why does the natural environment become one of the serious problem associated with the
faster planes ail cheaper flight? Because ….

A. it easily started an epidemic before their illness was diagnosed

B. it can be destroyed by too many visitors

C. the health problem will increase

D. they carry visible items of wealth

E. it can increase crime rate

25. Why is the crime rate increasing due to the new industry?

A. Some tourists carry visible items of wealth.

B. The tourists are spreading contagious diseases.

C. The government is planning to restrict visitors to some coral cays.

D. The new industry makes the number of unemployment increase.

E. The tourists come by plane.

Analytical Text 1

In Australia there are three levels of governments, the federal government, state
governments and local governments. All of these levels of government are necessary. This is so for
number of reasons. First, the federal government is necessary for the big things. They keep the
economy in order and look after like defense. Similarly, the state governments look after the middle
sized things. For example they look after law and order, preventing things like vandalism in school.
Finally, local government look after the small thins. They look after things like collecting rubbish,
otherwise everyone would have disease. Thus for the reason above, we can conclude that the three
levels of the government are necessary.

2. Who is responsible for defense?

A. Federal government

B. State Government

C. Federal and State Government

D. Federal and Local Government

E. Local Government

3. The litter management is the responsibility of ….

A. all governments

B. Australia

C. Federal government

D. State governement

E. Local government

Analytical Text 2

There is no best way to deal with pests in agriculture. Pesticides which are commonly used may
cause many problems. I think combining different management operations is the most effective way
to control pests.

Firstly, the chemicals in the pesticides may build up as residues in the environment and in the soil
which absorbs the chemicals. This reduces the quality of farm product.

Secondly, pests can gradually become resistant to pesticides. This means that newer and stronger
ones have to be developed.

Lastly, some pesticides affect non target plants and animals such as fish and bees. This affects the
ecology and environment as well.
So, understanding of ecology of an area helps a lot in pest control. Pesticides should be chosen and
applied carefully so that they don’t affect the ecological balance and environment.

Therefore, integrated pest management is a safe and more effective option to fight pest in
agriculture and livestock.

4. Which of the following is not directly affected by pesticides used?

A. Plants

B. Ecology

C. Animals.

D. Environment.

E. Human Beings

5. What can you say about paragraph two and four?

A. The fourth paragraph supports the idea stated in paragraph two.

B. Both paragraphs tell about the disadvantages of using pesticides.

C. Both paragraphs tell about how pesticides affect the quality of farm products.

D. The statement in paragraph is contrary to the statement in paragraph four.

E. The second paragraph tells about the effects of using pesticides on animals mentioned in
paragraph four.

6. One of the disadvantages of using chemical pesticides is …

A. killing fish and bees.

B. increasing crops productivity.

C. creating balanced ecosystem.

D. causing the pests to become inactive

E. helping reduce pollutants in the environment.

7. Secondly, pests can gradually become resistant to pesticides. (paragraph 3). The word resistant in
the sentence above means …

A. weak

B. fragile

C. damage
D. unaffected

E. unbalanced

Analytical Text 3

As we all know, cars create pollution, and cause a lot of road deaths and other accidents.

Firstly, cars, as we all know contribute the most of pollution in the world. Cars emit a deadly gas
causes illnesses such as bronchitis, lung cancer, and trigger of asthma. Some of these illness are so
bad that people can die from them.

Secondly, the city is very busy. Pedestrians wander every where and cars commonly hit pedestrians
in the city, which causes them to die. Cars today are our roads biggest killers.

Thirdly, cars are very noisy. If you live in the city, you may find it hard to sleep at night, or
concentrate in your homework, and especially talk to someone.

In conclusion, cars should be banned from the city for the reasons listed.

8. What type of the text above?

A. Narrative.

B. Report.

C. Analytical.

D. Explanation.

E. Description.

9. What is one of the diseases caused by pollution?

A. HIV / AIDS

B. Bronchitis

C. Liver

D. Fever

E. Cholera

9. What tense is mostly used in the text?

A. Past tense

B. Simple present tense

C. Simple perfect tense

D. Present continuous tense

E. Past continuous tense

10. We usually call the last paragraph as………

A. Resolution

B. Reiteration

C. Conclusion

D. Recommendation

E. Twist

11. What is the purpose of the text?

A. to persuade reader about the Cars Should Be Banned In The City

B. to explain the characteristics the Cars Should Be Banned In The City

C. to inform readers about Cars Should Be Banned In The City

D. to describe Cars Should Be Banned In The City

E. to entertain readers about Cars Should Be Banned In The City

12. The following sentences are true, except …

A. the cars contribute the most of pollution in the world.

B. the cars are very noisy.

C. the cars can also cause many deaths and other road accidents.

D. the car cans accelerate the transport.

E. the cars today are our roads biggest killers.

13. What the title text above?

A. Cars should be banned in the city

B. Cars cause pollution.

C. Car giant killer street.

D. Car facilitate transportation.

E. Cars cause noise of the city.

Analytical Text 4

I strongly believe that mobile phones are necessary. My reasons for this belief are that these phones
are convenient for business people who travel a lot, and they are handy for emergencies.

To begin with, mobile phones are necessary in the case of emergencies. For instance, if you fall down
a set of stairs in a building and are badly injured and can’t reach a pay phone, it is handy to have one
to use. Or, if your car breaks down in the middle of the night in a strange neighbourhood, it would
be dangerous to leave it in search of a public phone booth.

My other main reason is that mobile phones are convenient for business people. For example, if you
are out of the state or even overseas and you have to contact a client to do some important work, it
is useful to have one to use. By using a mobile phone, important information can be received. People
can’t stay in an office all day waiting for their phone to ring. Some people have to go and do jobs or
they will go out of business. You can even send faxes or messages and use the internet with your
mobile.

In conclusion, I believe that mobile phones have now become a necessary part of every day life.
Instant communication will ensure that information can be passed on with a simple press of a
button. Whether this is to do with business or personal information or emergencies, it goes to show
that they are necessary in the new millennium.

14. How many reasons are used to support the writer’s opinion?

A. One reason

B. Two reasons

C. Three reasons

D. Four reasons

E. Five reasons

15. Why are mobile phones very convenient for bussines people?

A. They can contact clients

B. They can do some important works

C. They can receive some important information

D. They can send some data and surf Internet

E. They can run bussines by staying in and out office

16. What is the main idea of the second parragraph?

A. The advantages cellular phones during the emergencies

B. The solution to do when your car breaks down

C. The danger to leave a mobile phone in the car

D. The differences of a mobile phone and a pay phone

E. The necessary equipments among neighbours

Analytical Text 5

Everybody should change their way of life to reduce global warming. There are several things that
we can do. One of them is by buying and consuming fresh local groceries as much as possible. It of
course includes local vegetables, fruits, bread, etc.

Local groceries don’t need much transportation to get it into the market. It of course means, the
amount of carbon dioxide produced is less than the groceries from other region. Therefore, by
buying local groceries we are helping reduce the amount of carbon dioxide produced.

Consuming fresh groceries instead of frozen ones are healthier for us. Furthermore, fresh food or
groceries means no requirements for it to be freeze up. It means that no electricity is needed and
saving energy means reducing carbon dioxide and money.

So, from now on we should consume fresh local groceries to reduce global warming.

17. The text gives us information about …. …

A. The ways to minimize global warning

B. The ways to increase global warning

C. The effects of global warning

D. The importance of consuming local groceries

E. The importance of knowing global warning

18. To reduce the global warming we should ….

A. Buy import product

B. Buy expensive clothes

C. Consume frozen foods

D. Consume fresh foods

E. Not use electricity efficiently

19. We are helping reduce the amount of global warming” (Paragraph 2) The reduce word can be
replaced by ….
A. Increase

B. Decrease

C. Improve

D. Add

E. Maximize

Analytical Text 6

The use of formalin and other dangerous preservatives in food has been serious problem for three
reasons. Firstly, formalin is not for human beings, but it is for biological specimens and experiments.
Formalin in Biology is a 10% solution of formaldehyde in water which is usually used as a disinfectant
or to preserve biological specimens. Thus, it is not for food preservatives. Of course when it is used
for food preservative, it will be very dangerous to human’s body.

The second reason is that there is no tight control from the government. This condition makes the
people’s health is really in a threat. When the control is weak and the use formalin was spread wide
all over the Indonesian regions, and these days it has really happened, the citizen’s bodies will be
badly contaminated with the poisons. Fish or food traders still sell their products which contain
formalin and dangerous preservatives. Can you imagine that our digestive system absorbs the
substance that should be for the human and animal corpses?

Considering the reasons, we can make a conclusion that the use of formalin and other preservatives
is really a serious problem if it is not resolved immediately.

20. Why is formalin dangerous for human`s body?

A. It is not food preservatives

B. It is a disinfectant for human beings

C. It is used to preserve biological specimens

D. It is 10% solution of formaldehyde in water

E. It is controlled flighty from the government

21. The main idea of paragraph two is ….

A. The human`s bodies will be harmful after consuming the formalin

B. The government has not controlled the use of formalin firmly

C. The weak control of using formalin is not threatening the human

D. The human`s bodies will be harmful after consuming the formalin

E. The use of formalin is known all over the regions

22. Based on the facts above, the writer suggest that … .

A. People have to avoid consuming formalin in their food

B. The use of formal dehyde is necessary to control the food

C. People should add 100% solution of formaldehyde in water

D. The food preservative is required to make the food delicious

E. Food seller is supposed to pour formalin for vegetables and food products

23. What is the generic structure of the text?

A. Arguments-Recommendation-Thesis

B. Thesis-Argument-Recommendation

C. Thesis-Argument-Reiteration

D. Thesis-Supporting Points-Contrasting Points-Reiteration

E. Reiteration-Arguments-Thesis

Analytical Text 6

I personally think that reading is a very important activity in our life. Why do I say so? Firstly, by
reading we can get a lot of knowledge about many things in the world such as Science, technology.
Sports, arts, culture, etc written in either books, magazine, newspaper, etc.

Secondly, by reading we can get a lot of news and information about something happening in any
parts of the world which can we see directly.

Another reason, reading can give us pleasure too. When we are tired, we read books, newspaper or
magazine on the entertainment coloumn such as comedy, short story, quiz, etc. To make us relaxeD.

The last, reading can also take us to other parts of the world. By reading a book about Irian Jaya we
may feel we’re really sitting in the jungles not at home in our rooms.

From the facts above, it’s obvious that everyone needs to read to get knowledge, information and
also entertainment. Or in summary we can say reading is truly important in our life.

24. Why is reading very important in our life? Because…..

A. By reading, we can get a lot of friends, relatives, experience, etc.

B. By reading, we can get little knowledge but a lot of entertainment.

C. By reading, we are always relaxed.

D. By reading, we are always happy.

E. By reading we can get a lot of knowledge, news, information and entertainment

25. If we want to get knowledge, what should we do?

A. buy a lot of books

B. borrow a lot of books

C. look for newspaper and magazine

D. sell and buy many expensive books

E. Read a lot of books and other printed materials.

Learning English through music and songs can be very enjoyable. You can mix pleasure with learning
when you listen to a song and exploit the song as a means to your English progress. Some underlying
reason can be drawn to support the idea why we use songs in language learning.

Firstly, “the song stuck in my head” Phenomenon (the echoing in our minds of the last song we
heard after leaving a restaurant, shopping malls, etc) can be both enjoyable and sometimes
unnerving. This phenomenon also seems to reinforce the idea that songs work on our short-and-long
term memory.

Secondly, songs in general also use simple conversational language, with a lot of repetition, which is
just what many learners look for sample text. The fact that they are effective makes them many
times more motivating than other text. Although usually simple, some songs can be quite complex
syntactically, lexically and poetically, and can be analyzed in the same way as any other literary
sample.

Furthermore, song can be appropriated by listener for their own purpose. Most pop songs and
probably many other types don’t have precise people, place or time reference.

In addition, songs are relaxing. They provide variety and fun, and encourage harmony within oneself
and within one group. Little wonder they are important tools in sustaining culture, religion,
patriotism and yeas, even revolution.

Last but not least, there are many learning activities we can do with songs such as studying
grammar, practicing selective listening comprehension, translating songs, learning vocabulary,
spelling and culture.

From the elaboration above, it can be concluded that learning through music and songs, learning
English can be enjoyable and fun.

29. The type of the text above is ………

A. Analytical exposition

B. Hortatory exposition

C. Narrative

D. Discussion
E. Explanation

30. What is the communicative purpose of the text?

A. To tell the reader about the songs

B. To entertain the reader with the songs

C. To show the reader the use of songs

D. To explain above the songs

E. To persuade the reader to use songs in learning language

31. The generic structures of the text are ….

A. Thesis – arguments – recommendation

B. General statement – sequential explanation

C. Newsworthy events – background events – sources

D. Thesis – arguments – reiteration

E. General statement – arguments

32. What is the text about ….

A. Learning songs

B. Very enjoyable music

C. The phenomenon

D. Music listeners

E. Using songs in language learning

33. Based on the text, there are …… reason for using songs in learning language

A. 6

B. 4

C. 5

D. 3

E. 2

34. “They provide variety and fun, and encourage harmony within oneself and within one group.”
The they word refers to …….
A. Groups

B. Learners

C. People

D. Songs

E. Activities

The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind

In a small village in Malawi where people had no money for lights, nightfall came quickly and
hurried for farmers to bed. But for William, the darkness is the best way for dreaming. He dreamed
of building things and taking them apart like the trucks with bottle-cap wheels parked under his bed
and pieces of radios that he’d crack open and wonder. If I can hear the music, then where is the
band.

His grandpa’s tales of magic also whispered in the pitch black of his room. Witch planes
passed through the window while ghost dancers twirled around the room, as if a hundred men were
inside their bodies.

At dawn in the fields, William scanned the maize rows for magical beings, then wondered as
a truck rumbled past. How does its engine make it go? “Pay attention where you throw that hoe!”
his father shouted “You’ll cut off your foot.”For all its power over dancers and flying things, magic
could not bring the rain. Without water, the sun rose angry each morning and scorched the fields,
turning the maize into dust. Without food, Malawi began to starve. Soon William’s father gathered
the children and said, “From now on, we eat only one meal per day. Make it last.” In the evenings,
they sat around the lantern and ate their handful, watching hungry people pass like spirits along the
roads.

Money also disappeared with the rain. “Pepani,” his father said, “I am sorry. You will have to
drop out of school.” Now William stood on the road and watched the lucky students pass, alone with
the monster in his belly and the lump in his throat. For weeks he sulked under the mango tree, until
he remembered the library down the road, a gift from the American. He found science books filled
with brilliant pictures. With his English dictionary close by, William put together how engines moved
those big trucks, and how radios pulled their music from the sky. But the greatest picture of all was a
machine taller than the tallest tree with blades like a fan. “A giant pinwheel? Something to catch
magic?” Slowly he built the sentences: “Windmillscan produce electricity and pump water.” He
closed his eyes and saw a windmill outside his home, pulling electricity from the breeze and bringing
light to the dark valley. He saw the machine drawing cool water from the ground, sending it gushing
through the thirsty fields, turning the maize tall and green, even when farmers’ prayers for rain went
unanswered. This windmill was more than a machine. It was a weapon to fight hunger. “Magetsi
amphepo,” he whispered: I will build electric wind.

In the junkyard, pieces appeared like rusted treasures in the tall grass. A tractor fan. Some
pipes. And bearings and bolts that required every muscle to remove. “Tonga!” he’d shout to the
birds and spiders, holding up his prize. But as William dragged his metals home, people called out,
“This boy is misala. Only crazy people play with trash!”

After many weeks, William arranged his pieces in the dirt: a broken bicycle, rusted bottle
caps and plastic pipe, even a small generator that powered a headlight on a bike. For three days, he
bolted, banged and tinkered while chickens squawked and dogs barked and neighbors shook their
heads, saying, “What’s misala doing now?” His cousin Geoffrey and best friend Gilbert soon
appeared. “Muli bwanji,” they greeted. “Can we help with the electric wind?” “Grab your pangas and
follow me,” he said, and took them into the forest. Together, they swung their sharp blades into the
trunks of blue gum trees, then hammered them together to make the tower. Standing atop, William
shouted, “Bring it up!” while the boys tugged and heaved. a Crowd gathered below and gazed at this
strange machine that now leaned and wobbled likea clumsy giraffe. Some giggled, others teased, but
William waited for the wind.

Like always, it came, first a breeze, then a gusting gale. The tower swayed and the
bladesspun round. With sore hands once slowed by hunger and darkness, William connected wires
to a small bulb, which flickered at first, then surged as bright as the sun. “Tonga!” he shouted, “Ihave
made electric wind!”

“Wachitabwino!” a man yelled. “Well done!” As the doubters clapped and cheered, William
knew he had just begun. Light could not fill empty bellies, but another windmill could soak the dry
ground, creating food where once there was none. Magetsi a mphepo-electric wind- can feed my
country, William thought: And that was the strongest magic of all.

The story is about….

a. Problems encountered by William in Malawi

b. William’s struggle to solve the problems

c. The story of a boy who want to feed his country

d. The story of the electric wind discovery in

Malawi

e. The story of a boy who made his family proud

2. What kind of person is William?

a. ingenuitive

b. famine

c. teasing

d. insane

e. rushing
3. The purpose of the story is….

a. to describe one of beautiful and enchanting village in Malawi

b. to describe a boy who harnessed the wind in a village in Malawi

c. to explain how many steps needed by a boy to build a windmill in Malawi

d. to entertain the readers with the story of a boy who harnessed the wind

e. to discuss with the readers which energy should be applied in Malawi

4. “This windmill was more than a machine. It was a

weapon to fight hunger” (p. 4). It refers to….

a. a machine

b. windmill

c. the wind

d. the rain

e. the maize

5. “Like always, the wind came, first a breeze, then a gusting

gale” (p. 7). The underlined word means….