A School Parade Hi, readers How did you celebrate your Independence Day? I celebrated it by joining a shool parade. We had so much fun before and during the parade. Let me tell you how it went. In the beginning, we prepare our costumes. Every class had to choose one student to dress as Indonesian hero. I was choosen as the class representative. I dressed as Cut Nyak Dien. Other students wore red and white clothes. After I dressed up, I went around the school with all the students. During the parade, we sang the ‘ Hari Merdeka’ song. There was a marching band following us. Suddenly, it started to rain. We ran back to our classroom. Finally, after the rain stopped, we gathered back at the schoolyard. The headmaster announced the winner of the best costume. A student from the other class won. He dressed up as Tuanku Imam Bonjol. The school parade was fun and made us remember our national heroes. I was so proud. I could not wait to join this again nexy year. What is the purpose of the text?

To retell Monita’s past experience

To describe Monita’ experience

To report Monita’s experience

To learn from Monita’s past experience

A School Parade Hi, readers How did you celebrate your Independence Day? I celebrated it by joining a shool parade. We had so much fun before and during the parade. Let me tell you how it went. In the beginning, we prepare our costumes. Every class had to choose one student to dress as Indonesian hero. I was choosen as the class representative. I dressed as Cut Nyak Dien. Other students wore red and white clothes. After I dressed up, I went around the school with all the students. During the parade, we sang the ‘ Hari Merdeka’ song. There was a marching band following us. Suddenly, it started to rain. We ran back to our classroom. Finally, after the rain stopped, we gathered back at the schoolyard. The headmaster announced the winner of the best costume. A student from the other class won. He dressed up as Tuanku Imam Bonjol. The school parade was fun and made us remember our national heroes. I was so proud. I could not wait to join this again nexy year. Why did Monita not wear red and white clothes? Because....

She dressed as Tuanku Imam Bonjol

My family and I went to Jakarta two weeks ago. We visited many interesting places in Jakarta. We went to Monas. There we used an elevator to get to the top. We enjoyed the beauty of Jakarta from there. Then, we took a busway to Taman Mini Indonesia Indah. We visited the museum of science and technology. We also watched a film in Keong Mas Theatre. After that, we went to Ancol. We saw people ridding jet-sky. We rode a cable car there. Finally, we went home. We all felt tired but happy. The orientation of the text is shown by sentence...

My family and I went to Jakarta two weeks ago.

Then, we took a busway to Taman Mini Indonesia Indah.

My family and I went to Jakarta two weeks ago. We visited many interesting places in Jakarta. We went to Monas. There we used an elevator to get to the top. We enjoyed the beauty of Jakarta from there. Then, we took a busway to Taman Mini Indonesia Indah. We visited the museum of science and technology. We also watched a film in Keong Mas Theatre. After that, we went to Ancol. We saw people ridding jet-sky. We rode a cable car there. Finally, we went home. We all felt tired but happy. The purpose of the text is...

To show that we’re proud of them

Timun Mas Once upon a time, in a small village in Java, lived a childless widow named Mbok Randa. Desperate for a child, she prayed to the gods. One day, while gathering firewood in the forest, she met a hermit who gave her a magical seed. The hermit told her that if she planted the seed, it would grow into a beautiful child. Mbok Randa planted the seed as instructed, and soon, a giant cucumber grew. To her amazement, when she cut open the cucumber, a beautiful baby girl emerged. She named her Timun Mas, which means Golden Cucumber. Years passed, and Timun Mas grew into a beautiful and intelligent young woman. However, the hermit had warned Mbok Randa that a giant had made a deal with her to claim Timun Mas when she turned sixteen. The giant returned as promised, demanding Timun Mas. Fearing for her daughter's life, Mbok Randa gave Timun Mas four magical items: salt, chili peppers, needles, and a cucumber seed. She told Timun Mas to use these items to escape if the giant ever chased her. When the giant caught up with Timun Mas, she threw the salt behind her, and a vast salt sea formed, separating her from the giant. However, the giant was able to cross the sea. Next, she threw the chili peppers, creating a fiery inferno that forced the giant to retreat. Once again, the giant found a way to overcome the obstacle. Finally, Timun Mas threw the needles, and a dense forest of thorny bushes sprang up, blocking the giant's path. Desperate, the giant resorted to his final trick. He climbed a nearby tree and began to rain down rocks. Timun Mas quickly planted the cucumber seed, and a giant cucumber vine grew, allowing her to climb to safety. The giant, unable to reach her, was defeated. Timun Mas and her mother lived happily ever after, safe from the giant's threats. Why did the giant want Timun Mas?

She was the princess of a faraway land

Timun Mas Once upon a time, in a small village in Java, lived a childless widow named Mbok Randa. Desperate for a child, she prayed to the gods. One day, while gathering firewood in the forest, she met a hermit who gave her a magical seed. The hermit told her that if she planted the seed, it would grow into a beautiful child. Mbok Randa planted the seed as instructed, and soon, a giant cucumber grew. To her amazement, when she cut open the cucumber, a beautiful baby girl emerged. She named her Timun Mas, which means Golden Cucumber. Years passed, and Timun Mas grew into a beautiful and intelligent young woman. However, the hermit had warned Mbok Randa that a giant had made a deal with her to claim Timun Mas when she turned sixteen. The giant returned as promised, demanding Timun Mas. Fearing for her daughter's life, Mbok Randa gave Timun Mas four magical items: salt, chili peppers, needles, and a cucumber seed. She told Timun Mas to use these items to escape if the giant ever chased her. When the giant caught up with Timun Mas, she threw the salt behind her, and a vast salt sea formed, separating her from the giant. However, the giant was able to cross the sea. Next, she threw the chili peppers, creating a fiery inferno that forced the giant to retreat. Once again, the giant found a way to overcome the obstacle. Finally, Timun Mas threw the needles, and a dense forest of thorny bushes sprang up, blocking the giant's path. Desperate, the giant resorted to his final trick. He climbed a nearby tree and began to rain down rocks. Timun Mas quickly planted the cucumber seed, and a giant cucumber vine grew, allowing her to climb to safety. The giant, unable to reach her, was defeated. Timun Mas and her mother lived happily ever after, safe from the giant's threats. What did Timun Mas use to escape the giant?

Magical items given to her by the hermit

Timun Mas Once upon a time, in a small village in Java, lived a childless widow named Mbok Randa. Desperate for a child, she prayed to the gods. One day, while gathering firewood in the forest, she met a hermit who gave her a magical seed. The hermit told her that if she planted the seed, it would grow into a beautiful child. Mbok Randa planted the seed as instructed, and soon, a giant cucumber grew. To her amazement, when she cut open the cucumber, a beautiful baby girl emerged. She named her Timun Mas, which means Golden Cucumber. Years passed, and Timun Mas grew into a beautiful and intelligent young woman. However, the hermit had warned Mbok Randa that a giant had made a deal with her to claim Timun Mas when she turned sixteen. The giant returned as promised, demanding Timun Mas. Fearing for her daughter's life, Mbok Randa gave Timun Mas four magical items: salt, chili peppers, needles, and a cucumber seed. She told Timun Mas to use these items to escape if the giant ever chased her. When the giant caught up with Timun Mas, she threw the salt behind her, and a vast salt sea formed, separating her from the giant. However, the giant was able to cross the sea. Next, she threw the chili peppers, creating a fiery inferno that forced the giant to retreat. Once again, the giant found a way to overcome the obstacle. Finally, Timun Mas threw the needles, and a dense forest of thorny bushes sprang up, blocking the giant's path. Desperate, the giant resorted to his final trick. He climbed a nearby tree and began to rain down rocks. Timun Mas quickly planted the cucumber seed, and a giant cucumber vine grew, allowing her to climb to safety. The giant, unable to reach her, was defeated. Timun Mas and her mother lived happily ever after, safe from the giant's threats. Why is the story of Timun Mas considered a folktale?

It's a traditional story passed down through generations

Timun Mas Once upon a time, in a small village in Java, lived a childless widow named Mbok Randa. Desperate for a child, she prayed to the gods. One day, while gathering firewood in the forest, she met a hermit who gave her a magical seed. The hermit told her that if she planted the seed, it would grow into a beautiful child. Mbok Randa planted the seed as instructed, and soon, a giant cucumber grew. To her amazement, when she cut open the cucumber, a beautiful baby girl emerged. She named her Timun Mas, which means Golden Cucumber. Years passed, and Timun Mas grew into a beautiful and intelligent young woman. However, the hermit had warned Mbok Randa that a giant had made a deal with her to claim Timun Mas when she turned sixteen. The giant returned as promised, demanding Timun Mas. Fearing for her daughter's life, Mbok Randa gave Timun Mas four magical items: salt, chili peppers, needles, and a cucumber seed. She told Timun Mas to use these items to escape if the giant ever chased her. When the giant caught up with Timun Mas, she threw the salt behind her, and a vast salt sea formed, separating her from the giant. However, the giant was able to cross the sea. Next, she threw the chili peppers, creating a fiery inferno that forced the giant to retreat. Once again, the giant found a way to overcome the obstacle. Finally, Timun Mas threw the needles, and a dense forest of thorny bushes sprang up, blocking the giant's path. Desperate, the giant resorted to his final trick. He climbed a nearby tree and began to rain down rocks. Timun Mas quickly planted the cucumber seed, and a giant cucumber vine grew, allowing her to climb to safety. The giant, unable to reach her, was defeated. Timun Mas and her mother lived happily ever after, safe from the giant's threats. What is the main theme of the story of Timun Mas?

Overcoming challenges and obstacles

Arrange the words into a correct order. when – in – came – a – stranger – sleeping - they

8 – 5 – 7 – 1 - 4 – 6 – 3 – 2

1 – 8 – 3 – 2 – 4 – 6 – 5 – 7

1 – 3 – 2 – 8 – 5 – 7 – 4 - 6

8 – 5 – 1 – 4 - 3 – 6 – 2 – 7

Arrange these words to make a meaning sentence. In – seven – Snow white – woods – dwarfs – met – the

3 – 6 – 7 – 2 – 4 – 1 - 5

3 – 6 – 2 – 4 – 1 – 7 – 5

3 – 6 – 2 – 5 - 1 – 7 – 4

3 – 6 – 7 – 5 - 2 – 1 – 4

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Today my school held an Independence Day celebration event. It welcomed students from every grade to participate in many fun games, such as tug of war, kerupuk race, sack race, tandem race, and the marble in spoon race. Many students participated, which made all the games so exciting.
In the beginning, I participated in the marble in spoon race. It was very tight game between me and Galang. I almost beat him at the beginning of the race, but he was so fast and steady. He could event run with it. He came first and I came second. It was hard to beat Galang in this game.
The next game was a tug of war, sack race, and tandem race. All the games were held at the same time. I saw Andre participate in the sack race. At first, he led the race, but suddenly he fell in the middle of the race. But finally, he came second. It was so sad that he couldn’t finish first. Meanwhile, Pipit participated in a tandem race with our friends. Her team came third. It was not too bad.
The last game was the kerupuk race. Once again I met Galang in the final. The fun part was he finished after me. I finished my kerupuk with three or four bites.
It was a joyful day at my school. Everyone put a smile on their faces. I was delighted. At the end of the event, my class was announced as the grand champion of the whole competition.
What is the story about?

Independence Day celebration in Indonesia.

Independence Day celebration in Monita’s school.

Indeoendence Day celebration in Monita’s hometown

Independence Day celebration in SMP Tunas Merdeka

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

Today my school held an Independence Day celebration event. It welcomed students from every grade to participate in many fun games, such as tug of war, kerupuk race, sack race, tandem race, and the marble in spoon race. Many students participated, which made all the games so exciting.
In the beginning, I participated in the marble in spoon race. It was very tight game between me and Galang. I almost beat him at the beginning of the race, but he was so fast and steady. He could event run with it. He came first and I came second. It was hard to beat Galang in this game.
The next game was a tug of war, sack race, and tandem race. All the games were held at the same time. I saw Andre participate in the sack race. At first, he led the race, but suddenly he fell in the middle of the race. But finally, he came second. It was so sad that he couldn’t finish first. Meanwhile, Pipit participated in a tandem race with our friends. Her team came third. It was not too bad.
The last game was the kerupuk race. Once again I met Galang in the final. The fun part was he finished after me. I finished my kerupuk with three or four bites.
It was a joyful day at my school. Everyone put a smile on their faces. I was delighted. At the end of the event, my class was announced as the grand champion of the whole competition.

Who could be the participant in the fun games?

7 graders

8 graders

The teachers

The whole students

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

Today my school held an Independence Day celebration event. It welcomed students from every grade to participate in many fun games, such as tug of war, kerupuk race, sack race, tandem race, and the marble in spoon race. Many students participated, which made all the games so exciting.
In the beginning, I participated in the marble in spoon race. It was very tight game between me and Galang. I almost beat him at the beginning of the race, but he was so fast and steady. He could event run with it. He came first and I came second. It was hard to beat Galang in this game.
The next game was a tug of war, sack race, and tandem race. All the games were held at the same time. I saw Andre participate in the sack race. At first, he led the race, but suddenly he fell in the middle of the race. But finally, he came second. It was so sad that he couldn’t finish first. Meanwhile, Pipit participated in a tandem race with our friends. Her team came third. It was not too bad.
The last game was the kerupuk race. Once again I met Galang in the final. The fun part was he finished after me. I finished my kerupuk with three or four bites.
It was a joyful day at my school. Everyone put a smile on their faces. I was delighted. At the end of the event, my class was announced as the grand champion of the whole competition.
How many fun games were being competed in the event?

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

Today my school held an Independence Day celebration event. It welcomed students from every grade to participate in many fun games, such as tug of war, kerupuk race, sack race, tandem race, and the marble in spoon race. Many students participated, which made all the games so exciting.
In the beginning, I participated in the marble in spoon race. It was very tight game between me and Galang. I almost beat him at the beginning of the race, but he was so fast and steady. He could event run with it. He came first and I came second. It was hard to beat Galang in this game.
The next game was a tug of war, sack race, and tandem race. All the games were held at the same time. I saw Andre participate in the sack race. At first, he led the race, but suddenly he fell in the middle of the race. But finally, he came second. It was so sad that he couldn’t finish first. Meanwhile, Pipit participated in a tandem race with our friends. Her team came third. It was not too bad.
The last game was the kerupuk race. Once again I met Galang in the final. The fun part was he finished after me. I finished my kerupuk with three or four bites.
It was a joyful day at my school. Everyone put a smile on their faces. I was delighted. At the end of the event, my class was announced as the grand champion of the whole competition.

Who was the winner of the marble in spoon race?

Andre

Galang

Monita

Pipit

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

Today my school held an Independence Day celebration event. It welcomed students from every grade to participate in many fun games, such as tug of war, kerupuk race, sack race, tandem race, and the marble in spoon race. Many students participated, which made all the games so exciting.
In the beginning, I participated in the marble in spoon race. It was very tight game between me and Galang. I almost beat him at the beginning of the race, but he was so fast and steady. He could event run with it. He came first and I came second. It was hard to beat Galang in this game.
The next game was a tug of war, sack race, and tandem race. All the games were held at the same time. I saw Andre participate in the sack race. At first, he led the race, but suddenly he fell in the middle of the race. But finally, he came second. It was so sad that he couldn’t finish first. Meanwhile, Pipit participated in a tandem race with our friends. Her team came third. It was not too bad.
The last game was the kerupuk race. Once again I met Galang in the final. The fun part was he finished after me. I finished my kerupuk with three or four bites.
It was a joyful day at my school. Everyone put a smile on their faces. I was delighted. At the end of the event, my class was announced as the grand champion of the whole competition.
Who was the winner of the last game?

Andre

Galang

Monita

Pipit

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

Today my school held an Independence Day celebration event. It welcomed students from every grade to participate in many fun games, such as tug of war, kerupuk race, sack race, tandem race, and the marble in spoon race. Many students participated, which made all the games so exciting.
In the beginning, I participated in the marble in spoon race. It was very tight game between me and Galang. I almost beat him at the beginning of the race, but he was so fast and steady. He could event run with it. He came first and I came second. It was hard to beat Galang in this game.
The next game was a tug of war, sack race, and tandem race. All the games were held at the same time. I saw Andre participate in the sack race. At first, he led the race, but suddenly he fell in the middle of the race. But finally, he came second. It was so sad that he couldn’t finish first. Meanwhile, Pipit participated in a tandem race with our friends. Her team came third. It was not too bad.
The last game was the kerupuk race. Once again I met Galang in the final. The fun part was he finished after me. I finished my kerupuk with three or four bites.
It was a joyful day at my school. Everyone put a smile on their faces. I was delighted. At the end of the event, my class was announced as the grand champion of the whole competition.
In what game Pipit participated?

Tandem race

Tug of war

Kerupuk race

Sack race

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 2 pts

Today my school held an Independence Day celebration event. It welcomed students from every grade to participate in many fun games, such as tug of war, kerupuk race, sack race, tandem race, and the marble in spoon race. Many students participated, which made all the games so exciting.
In the beginning, I participated in the marble in spoon race. It was very tight game between me and Galang. I almost beat him at the beginning of the race, but he was so fast and steady. He could event run with it. He came first and I came second. It was hard to beat Galang in this game.
The next game was a tug of war, sack race, and tandem race. All the games were held at the same time. I saw Andre participate in the sack race. At first, he led the race, but suddenly he fell in the middle of the race. But finally, he came second. It was so sad that he couldn’t finish first. Meanwhile, Pipit participated in a tandem race with our friends. Her team came third. It was not too bad.
The last game was the kerupuk race. Once again I met Galang in the final. The fun part was he finished after me. I finished my kerupuk with three or four bites.
It was a joyful day at my school. Everyone put a smile on their faces. I was delighted. At the end of the event, my class was announced as the grand champion of the whole competition.
What does the word “ I “ in the sentence “ I almost beat him ....” (paragraph 2) refers to...

Andre

Galang

Monita

Pipit

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