Recount Text Formative Test

What the main purpose of recount text?

• To describe a person, place, or thing

• To tell past events in chronological order

• To explain how something works

• To persuade the readers to agree with the writer

Which of the following shows the correct generic structure of a recount text?

• Orientation – Events – Re-orientation

• Identification – Description – Conclusion

• Thesis – Arguments – Reiteration

• Goal – Materials – Steps

Which language feature is commonly used in recount text?

• Simple Present Tense and imperative sentences

• Simple Past Tense and time connectives

• Future Tense and modal verbs

• Passive voice in present tense

Which of the following is an example of a time connective often used in recount text?

• However

• Finally

• Therefore

• Because

What is usually written in the re-orientation part of a recount text?

• The background of the story

• The chronological events

• The writer’s personal comment or closing statement

• The general classification of things

My First Day at SMP

Last July, I started my new school at SMP Nusantara. I felt nervous but also excited. I woke up early in the morning and wore my new uniform. My mother accompanied me to school.

At school, I met many new friends and teachers. The principal welcomed us in the school yard. Then, we went to our classrooms. My homeroom teacher introduced himself and asked us to introduce ourselves one by one. After that, we had a short tour around the school. I saw the library, the laboratory, and the school garden. Everything looked new and interesting to me.

At the end of the day, I was very tired but happy. My first day at SMP was unforgettable because I met new friends and learned many new things.

When did the writer start his/her new school?

• 1. Last May

• 1. Last June

• 1. Last July

• 1. Last August

My First Day at SMP

Last July, I started my new school at SMP Nusantara. I felt nervous but also excited. I woke up early in the morning and wore my new uniform. My mother accompanied me to school.

At school, I met many new friends and teachers. The principal welcomed us in the school yard. Then, we went to our classrooms. My homeroom teacher introduced himself and asked us to introduce ourselves one by one. After that, we had a short tour around the school. I saw the library, the laboratory, and the school garden. Everything looked new and interesting to me.

At the end of the day, I was very tired but happy. My first day at SMP was unforgettable because I met new friends and learned many new things.

1. Who accompanied the writer to school?

• 1. Father

• 1. Mother

• 1. Brother

• 1. Sister

My First Day at SMP

Last July, I started my new school at SMP Nusantara. I felt nervous but also excited. I woke up early in the morning and wore my new uniform. My mother accompanied me to school.

At school, I met many new friends and teachers. The principal welcomed us in the school yard. Then, we went to our classrooms. My homeroom teacher introduced himself and asked us to introduce ourselves one by one. After that, we had a short tour around the school. I saw the library, the laboratory, and the school garden. Everything looked new and interesting to me.

At the end of the day, I was very tired but happy. My first day at SMP was unforgettable because I met new friends and learned many new things.

1. What did the principal do in the school yard?

• 1. Gave a speech

• 1. Welcomed the students

• 1. Introduced the teachers

• 1. Sang a song

My First Day at SMP

Last July, I started my new school at SMP Nusantara. I felt nervous but also excited. I woke up early in the morning and wore my new uniform. My mother accompanied me to school.

At school, I met many new friends and teachers. The principal welcomed us in the school yard. Then, we went to our classrooms. My homeroom teacher introduced himself and asked us to introduce ourselves one by one. After that, we had a short tour around the school. I saw the library, the laboratory, and the school garden. Everything looked new and interesting to me.

At the end of the day, I was very tired but happy. My first day at SMP was unforgettable because I met new friends and learned many new things.

1. Which places did the writer see during the school tour?

• 1. Canteen and library

• 1. Laboratory and office

• 1. Library, laboratory, and school garden

• 1. Classroom and parking lot

My First Day at SMP

Last July, I started my new school at SMP Nusantara. I felt nervous but also excited. I woke up early in the morning and wore my new uniform. My mother accompanied me to school.

At school, I met many new friends and teachers. The principal welcomed us in the school yard. Then, we went to our classrooms. My homeroom teacher introduced himself and asked us to introduce ourselves one by one. After that, we had a short tour around the school. I saw the library, the laboratory, and the school garden. Everything looked new and interesting to me.

At the end of the day, I was very tired but happy. My first day at SMP was unforgettable because I met new friends and learned many new things.

1. How did the writer feel at the end of the day?

• 1. Sad but excited

• 1. Tired but happy

• 1. Lonely and bored

• Angry and confused