LATIHAN SOAL

A. Reading Comprehension

Text 1 – Descriptive
Borobudur Temple is the largest Buddhist temple in the world. Located in Central Java, Indonesia, it consists of nine stacked platforms, six square and three circular, topped by a central dome. The temple is decorated with thousands of relief panels and hundreds of Buddha statues.

1. 1. The main purpose of the text is to…

• tell a story about Borobudur Temple

• describe Borobudur Temple

• explain how to visit Borobudur

• persuade people to build a temple

2. 2. The word decorated in the text means…

• destroyed

• adorned

• removed

• hidden

Recount
Last month, my school held an English Debate Competition. My team worked hard to prepare for the event. On the competition day, we faced a strong opponent, but we managed to win. It was an unforgettable experience for all of us.

3. 3. The text mainly tells about…

• The writer’s daily school routine

• A memorable school event

• A trip to a competition

• How to prepare for a debate

4. 4. The word unforgettable is closest in meaning to…

• memorable

• usual

• boring

• ordinary

Narrative
Once upon a time, there was a poor farmer who found a golden egg in his hen’s nest. Every day, the hen laid one golden egg. The farmer became rich but greedy. He killed the hen, hoping to get all the eggs at once, but found nothing inside.

5. 5. What is the moral of the story?

• Don’t be greedy

• Always save money

• Help the poor

• Work hard every day

6. 6. The word greedy means…

• generous

• selfish for wealth

• kind

• careful

Procedure
How to Make Fried Rice:
(1) Heat oil in a frying pan.
(2) Add chopped garlic and onion, stir until fragrant.
(3) Add rice and mix well.
(4) Season with soy sauce and salt.
(5) Serve hot.

7. 7. What is the purpose of the text?

• To describe fried rice

• To tell a story about cooking

• To give instructions

• To advertise fried rice

8. 8. The first step of making fried rice is…

• Add chopped garlic and onion

• Heat oil in a frying pan

• Season with soy sauce

• Serve hot

Analytical Exposition
In my opinion, using public transportation is better than driving a private car. It reduces traffic congestion and air pollution. Although it may be less comfortable, the benefits to the environment are significant.

9. 9. The writer’s opinion is…

• Public transportation is better

• Driving a private car is better

• Cars cause less pollution

• Public transport is uncomfortable

10. 10. The purpose of the text is to…

• entertain the reader

• persuade the reader to use public transport

• describe public transport

• 9. explain traffic rules