The driest places on Earth are deserts. A desert is such a dry place because rain rarely falls. Some deserts have no rain for years, and some never rain at all. Moreover, deserts are scorching hat, especially during daytime it is so hot that it is even possible to fry an egg with a pan on top of the sand Strong winds blow across deserts This makes the sand pile up to make heaps and dunes of sand. The biggest dune that has ever existed is 200 metres tall Sometimes, these are dangerous to humans because it can cover villages in the deserts Interestingly, not all deserts are sandy, only a quarter in fact, most deserts are covered in stones and gravel. What does the first paragraph tell us about?

A brief description about deserts.

How to fry an egg in the deserts.

The kinds of rain in the deserts.

The driest places on Earth are deserts. A desert is such a dry place because rain rarely falls. Some deserts have no rain for years, and some never rain at all. Moreover, deserts are scorching hat, especially during daytime it is so hot that it is even possible to fry an egg with a pan on top of the sand Strong winds blow across deserts This makes the sand pile up to make heaps and dunes of sand. The biggest dune that has ever existed is 200 metres tall Sometimes, these are dangerous to humans because it can cover villages in the deserts Interestingly, not all deserts are sandy, only a quarter in fact, most deserts are covered in stones and gravel. What is a dune?

A hill of loose sand built by wind

A sandy place where plants can grow

A creepy building in the middle of a desert

Read the advertisement below and answer the question. Are you looking for baby’s equipment? Do you want the best quality at reasonable prices? Just come to Kiddy’s We’ll give you the best prices for the products. We provide milk bottles, baby diapers, eating utensils, towels, kid toys, also baby clothes, and many more. We open on workdays on 7am to 9 pm. Our store is on Suyudono street 121, Solo. or you can contact us 352 1060. Who will be the target consumers?

Consumers who are looking for baby's equipment

All babies who have just been born

All fathers who love their children

All buyers who need cheap equipment

Read the advertisement below and answer the question. Are you looking for baby’s equipment? Do you want the best quality at reasonable prices? Just come to Kiddy’s We’ll give you the best prices for the products. We provide milk bottles, baby diapers, eating utensils, towels, kid toys, also baby clothes, and many more. We open on workdays on 7am to 9 pm. Our store is on Suyudono street 121, Solo. or you can contact us 352 1060. How does the seller persuade the customers?

By offering the best quality with reasonable prices

By giving the buyers the expensive price for the products

By opening the shop on workdays from 7 am to 9 pm

By offering direct contact via phone

What is the role of a logo in an advertisement?

To represent a brand or company visually

To tell a long story about the product

To provide a list of product ingredients

What should you send to PO BOX 1234 Sidoarjo?

Application letter, CV, phone number, photo, and certificates

Application letter, recent photograph, job experience

Traditional Market Each city has one or more traditional market. The markets are usually located near housing areas. A traditional market is a place for trading daily needs. Buyers and sellers gather here. The things sold vary. Buyers sell things such as meat, fish, rice, vegetables, fruits, clothes, and cosmetics. A traditional market can consist of one or two floors. If it consists of two floors, the upstairs is usually for the butchers and fishmongers while other sellers are usually downstairs. Nearly everyone from all cities prefers to go shopping in a traditional market than a supermarket. They think that the prices are cheaper. They also think that the goods are more varied. What does paragraph two tell us about?

The things sold in a traditional market.

The best time to visit the traditional market.

The people coming to the traditional market.

The most wanted items sold in a traditional market.

Traditional Market Each city has one or more traditional market. The markets are usually located near housing areas. A traditional market is a place for trading daily needs. Buyers and sellers gather here. The things sold vary. Buyers sell things such as meat, fish, rice, vegetables, fruits, clothes, and cosmetics. A traditional market can consist of one or two floors. If it consists of two floors, the upstairs is usually for the butchers and fishmongers while other sellers are usually downstairs. Nearly everyone from all cities prefers to go shopping in a traditional market than a supermarket. They think that the prices are cheaper. They also think that the goods are more varied. Everyone likes going to traditional markets because …….

they think that the prices are cheaper

they become friends to the sellers

Bananas belong to the genus Musa (family of Musaceae). The primary purpose of banana cultivation is for the fruit, while some other purposes include fibre production in textile industries and ornamental use Bananas have a wide range of colours such as green, red, and brown, with some seeds in the flesh Nowadays, people mostly consume sterile yellow bananas because they do not have any seeds They are cross-bred between green and red bananas. As proven in studies, bananas are good for health since they contain lots of nutritional benefits such as potassium, fibre, and vitamins Interestingly, bananas can also be cooked before eating. They can also be made into banana flour Bananas have become an African staple food The unique fact about bananas is that…..

bananas can also be cooked before eaten

Bananas belong to the genus Musa (family of Musaceae). The primary purpose of banana cultivation is for the fruit, while some other purposes include fibre production in textile industries and ornamental use Bananas have a wide range of colours such as green, red, and brown, with some seeds in the flesh Nowadays, people mostly consume sterile yellow bananas because they do not have any seeds They are cross-bred between green and red bananas. As proven in studies, bananas are good for health since they contain lots of nutritional benefits such as potassium, fibre, and vitamins Interestingly, bananas can also be cooked before eating. They can also be made into banana flour Bananas have become an African staple food The last paragraph tells us that ....

it is good to eat bananas for their nutritional value

we can consume bananas as many as we want

we should not consume bananas too often

bananas are easily found around the world

2Kool Keep yourself energized! Keep up your stamina with a chocolate bar! Introducing improved 2Kool 2Kool satisfies several of the strictest guidelines for competitive chocolate bar in schools! With better recipe! ● ≤30% calories from fat ● o grams trans fat ● ≤15% calories from saturated fat ● 100 calories per serving ● ≤30% of weight from sugar ● Good sources of vitamin D and calcium The advertisement might be interesting for those who …..

have problem with their digestion system

2Kool Keep yourself energized! Keep up your stamina with a chocolate bar! Introducing improved 2Kool 2Kool satisfies several of the strictest guidelines for competitive chocolate bar in schools! With better recipe! ● ≤30% calories from fat ● o grams trans fat ● ≤15% calories from saturated fat ● 100 calories per serving ● ≤30% of weight from sugar ● Good sources of vitamin D and calcium The advertisement is addressed to someone who wants to …

feel tired and sluggish after a workout

indulge in a high-calorie dessert

avoid snacks to maintain energy levels

What service is offered by the institute?

English language learning services

An electronic calculator is a small, portable electronic device used to perform both arithmetic operations and complex mathematical operations. The first solid electronic calculator was created in the 1960s, building on the extensive history of tools such as the abacus (developed around 2000 BC), and the mechanical calculator (developed in the 17th century AD). It was developed in parallel with the analog computers of the day. In addition to general purpose of calculators, there are those designed for specific markets, for example, there are scientific calculators which include trigonometric and statistical calculations. Some calculators even have the ability to do computer algebra. Graphing calculators can be used to graph functions defined on the real line, or higher dimensional Euclidean space. According to the text, what is the usage of calculators?

Calculators are used to perform arithmetic operations and complex mathematical operations.

Calculators are only used for basic addition and subtraction.

Calculators are designed solely for financial calculations.

Calculators are primarily used for cooking measurements.

An electronic calculator is a small, portable electronic device used to perform both arithmetic operations and complex mathematical operations. The first solid electronic calculator was created in the 1960s, building on the extensive history of tools such as the abacus (developed around 2000 BC), and the mechanical calculator (developed in the 17th century AD). It was developed in parallel with the analog computers of the day. In addition to general purpose of calculators, there are those designed for specific markets, for example, there are scientific calculators which include trigonometric and statistical calculations. Some calculators even have the ability to do computer algebra. Graphing calculators can be used to graph functions defined on the real line, or higher dimensional Euclidean space. What is the main idea of paragraph 3?

There are different types of calculators designed for specific markets and functions.

Graphing calculators are only used for basic arithmetic operations.

The first electronic calculator was created in the 1980s.

All calculators are designed for general use only.

HOTEL & RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT (Learn Professional Hospitality At Our Training Institute) # 6-12 months certificate programs # Classes: days, nights, or weekends # Job placement assistance upon completion Classes begin on April 1. Call the school for further information. The advertisement is addressed to someone who wants to …

pursue a career in hotel and restaurant management

HOTEL & RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT (Learn Professional Hospitality At Our Training Institute) # 6-12 months certificate programs # Classes: days, nights, or weekends # Job placement assistance upon completion Classes begin on April 1. Call the school for further information. What service is offered by the institute?

Training in hotel and restaurant management with job placement assistance.

Culinary classes without job placement

Online courses in graphic design

Short-term workshops in event planning

A laptop is a kind of computer unit which has the same function as a PC (Personal Computer), but it’s smaller, lighter and of different sizes. Nowadays, most people choose laptops for several reasons. A laptop is a portable device. This portability is very helpful for our work, study and other activities. We do not need complicated cable installations to activate a laptop. With a laptop, we can do our work anytime and anywhere. Moreover, a laptop allows us to access the internet in public places which provide free access called hot spot areas. Some people like to use this facility to carry out their tasks. Finally, a laptop consumes energy more efficiently than a PC does. This device uses a rechargeable battery as a source of electric energy. So, if we prefer using a laptop, it means that we support the government program to save energy. That’s why a laptop has become very popular recently. What is the purpose of the text above?

To inform the readers about a laptop

To give opinions about a laptop

To tell the story about a laptop

To retell the experience about using a laptop

A laptop is a kind of computer unit which has the same function as a PC (Personal Computer), but it’s smaller, lighter and of different sizes. Nowadays, most people choose laptops for several reasons. A laptop is a portable device. This portability is very helpful for our work, study and other activities. We do not need complicated cable installations to activate a laptop. With a laptop, we can do our work anytime and anywhere. Moreover, a laptop allows us to access the internet in public places which provide free access called hot spot areas. Some people like to use this facility to carry out their tasks. Finally, a laptop consumes energy more efficiently than a PC does. This device uses a rechargeable battery as a source of electric energy. So, if we prefer using a laptop, it means that we support the government program to save energy. That’s why a laptop has become very popular recently. A laptop has become very popular because …

It gives several benefits to the user

It doesn’t need complicated cable installation

We can do our work with it anytime anywhere

IX. English Genap (1) Quiz

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

An elephant is the largest and strongest animals. It is a strange looking animal with its thick legs, huge sides and backs, large hanging ears, a small tall, little eyes, long white tusks and above all it has a long noise, the trunk.
The trunk is the elephant’s peculiar feature, and it has various uses. The elephant draws up water by its trunk and can squirt it all over its body like a shower bath. It can also lift leaves and puts them into its mouth. In fact the trunk serves the elephant as a long am and hand. An elephant looks very clumsy and heavy and yet it can move very quickly.
The elephant is a very intelligent animal. Its intelligence combined with its great strength makes it a very useful servant to man and it can be trained to serve in various ways such as carry heavy loads, hunt for tigers and even fight.The text tells us about….

the Elephant's peculiar feature

elephant looks very clumsy

strange looking animal

an elephant

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

An elephant is the largest and strongest animals. It is a strange looking animal with its thick legs, huge sides and backs, large hanging ears, a small tall, little eyes, long white tusks and above all it has a long noise, the trunk.
The trunk is the elephant’s peculiar feature, and it has various uses. The elephant draws up water by its trunk and can squirt it all over its body like a shower bath. It can also lift leaves and puts them into its mouth. In fact the trunk serves the elephant as a long am and hand. An elephant looks very clumsy and heavy and yet it can move very quickly.
The elephant is a very intelligent animal. Its intelligence combined with its great strength makes it a very useful servant to man and it can be trained to serve in various ways such as carry heavy loads, hunt for tigers and even fight.The text tells us about….
What does the text imply about the intelligence of elephants?

They are less intelligent than other animals.

They are not trainable.

They can only perform simple tasks.

They are capable of complex behaviors.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

An elephant is the largest and strongest animals. It is a strange looking animal with its thick legs, huge sides and backs, large hanging ears, a small tall, little eyes, long white tusks and above all it has a long noise, the trunk.
The trunk is the elephant’s peculiar feature, and it has various uses. The elephant draws up water by its trunk and can squirt it all over its body like a shower bath. It can also lift leaves and puts them into its mouth. In fact the trunk serves the elephant as a long am and hand. An elephant looks very clumsy and heavy and yet it can move very quickly.
The elephant is a very intelligent animal. Its intelligence combined with its great strength makes it a very useful servant to man and it can be trained to serve in various ways such as carry heavy loads, hunt for tigers and even fight.
The third paragraph is mainly about the fact that….

elephant are very useful

elephants can lift logs

elephants are servants

elephants are strong

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

An elephant is the largest and strongest animals. It is a strange looking animal with its thick legs, huge sides and backs, large hanging ears, a small tall, little eyes, long white tusks and above all it has a long noise, the trunk.
The trunk is the elephant’s peculiar feature, and it has various uses. The elephant draws up water by its trunk and can squirt it all over its body like a shower bath. It can also lift leaves and puts them into its mouth. In fact the trunk serves the elephant as a long am and hand. An elephant looks very clumsy and heavy and yet it can move very quickly.
The elephant is a very intelligent animal. Its intelligence combined with its great strength makes it a very useful servant to man and it can be trained to serve in various ways such as carry heavy loads, hunt for tigers and even fight.
The most distinguishing characteristic of an elephant is…..

its clumsiness

its thick legs

its long nose

its large body

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

An elephant is the largest and strongest animals. It is a strange looking animal with its thick legs, huge sides and backs, large hanging ears, a small tall, little eyes, long white tusks and above all it has a long noise, the trunk.
The trunk is the elephant’s peculiar feature, and it has various uses. The elephant draws up water by its trunk and can squirt it all over its body like a shower bath. It can also lift leaves and puts them into its mouth. In fact the trunk serves the elephant as a long am and hand. An elephant looks very clumsy and heavy and yet it can move very quickly.
The elephant is a very intelligent animal. Its intelligence combined with its great strength makes it a very useful servant to man and it can be trained to serve in various ways such as carry heavy loads, hunt for tigers and even fight.
Which of the following is NOT part of the elephant described in the first paragraph ?

It looks strange

It is heavy

It is wild

It has a trunk

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The elephant draws up water by its trunk and can squirt it all over its body like a shower bath (paragraph 2). The word "it" refers to….

a shower bath

elephant's trunk

a shower

water

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

An elephant is the largest and strongest animals. It is a strange looking animal with its thick legs, huge sides and backs, large hanging ears, a small tall, little eyes, long white tusks and above all it has a long noise, the trunk.
The trunk is the elephant’s peculiar feature, and it has various uses. The elephant draws up water by its trunk and can squirt it all over its body like a shower bath. It can also lift leaves and puts them into its mouth. In fact the trunk serves the elephant as a long am and hand. An elephant looks very clumsy and heavy and yet it can move very quickly.
The elephant is a very intelligent animal. Its intelligence combined with its great strength makes it a very useful servant to man and it can be trained to serve in various ways such as carry heavy loads, hunt for tigers and even fight.
It is stated in the text that the elephant uses the trunk to do the following, EXCEPT ……

to eat

to push

to drink

to carry things

to squirt water over the body

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

An elephant is the largest and strongest animals. It is a strange looking animal with its thick legs, huge sides and backs, large hanging ears, a small tall, little eyes, long white tusks and above all it has a long noise, the trunk.
The trunk is the elephant’s peculiar feature, and it has various uses. The elephant draws up water by its trunk and can squirt it all over its body like a shower bath. It can also lift leaves and puts them into its mouth. In fact the trunk serves the elephant as a long am and hand. An elephant looks very clumsy and heavy and yet it can move very quickly.
The elephant is a very intelligent animal. Its intelligence combined with its great strength makes it a very useful servant to man and it can be trained to serve in various ways such as carry heavy loads, hunt for tigers and even fight.
"The trunk is the elephant's peculiar feature….(Paragraph2). The word "peculiar" close in meaning to ….

large

smooth

tough

strange

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Lavender is a type of plant found on almost all continents. It has purplish colour. It has a colour named after it, called lavender. Its Latin and scientific name is Lavandula.
Lavenders are very popular among gardeners. Sometimes their petals are dried and sealed in pouches for good scent, and sometimes put inside clothes to prevent moths, that can damage the clothes.
Lavenders are also used in cake decorating, because the flowers can become candied, sometimes they are used in flavoring baked goods and chocolate desserts, and sometimes they use it to make a very delicious “lavender sugar”. Lavender flowers are also used to make tea. The French make lavender syrup, which is used to make lavender scones and lavender marshmallows.
Lavenders are sometimes put in medicine, too, and sometimes to prevent infection – such as lavender oil, that was used in World War 1 to disinfect walls and floors of the hospital. As the folk wisdom says, before bedtime. Lavender also is very helpful when applied to insect bites. Sometimes, dried petals of lavender are used to throw confetti at a wedding.
What is the main idea of paragraph two?

The size of lavender plants

The use of lavender plants

The description of lavender plants

The general classification of lavender plants

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Lavender is a type of plant found on almost all continents. It has purplish colour. It has a colour named after it, called lavender. Its Latin and scientific name is Lavandula.
Lavenders are very popular among gardeners. Sometimes their petals are dried and sealed in pouches for good scent, and sometimes put inside clothes to prevent moths, that can damage the clothes.
Lavenders are also used in cake decorating, because the flowers can become candied, sometimes they are used in flavoring baked goods and chocolate desserts, and sometimes they use it to make a very delicious “lavender sugar”. Lavender flowers are also used to make tea. The French make lavender syrup, which is used to make lavender scones and lavender marshmallows.
Lavenders are sometimes put in medicine, too, and sometimes to prevent infection – such as lavender oil, that was used in World War 1 to disinfect walls and floors of the hospital. As the folk wisdom says, before bedtime. Lavender also is very helpful when applied to insect bites. Sometimes, dried petals of lavender are used to throw confetti at a wedding.
"...sometimes put inside clothes to prevent moths" The word "prevent" has the closest meaning to ...

allow

release

protect

avoid

IX. English Genap (1)

65 questions

The elephant draws up water by its trunk and can squirt it all over its body like a shower bath (paragraph 2). The word "it" refers to….

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