English Comprehension Test for Edvan

What is the main idea of the passage?

• The hummingbird eats both insects and plants.

• The hummingbird is one of the most colorful birds in the world.

• The hummingbird’s feathers help it stay warm while flying.

• The hummingbird’s flight abilities help it collect nectar.

• The hummingbird builds its nest near flowers.

Answer explanation

Keywords from text:

"allowing it to hover in place... fly backward... help it collect nectar from flowers"

The passage talks about how the hummingbird can fly in special ways (flying backward, hovering) and how these skills help it collect nectar.

Teks ini membahas bagaimana burung kolibri bisa terbang (mundur, diam di tempat) dan bagaimana kemampuan itu membantunya mengambil nektar dari bunga.

Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

• Hummingbirds only flap their wings 10 times per second.

• Hummingbirds cannot fly backward.

• Hummingbirds use slow wing movements to save energy.

• Hummingbirds are among the largest birds.

• Hummingbirds can fly backward and hover in place.

Answer explanation

Keywords:

• "it can flap its wings... allowing it to hover in place"

• "Unlike most birds, it can fly backward"

The text explicitly states that the hummingbird can hover and fly backward, which makes option E correct.

Teks menyebutkan secara langsung bahwa burung kolibri dapat melayang di tempat dan terbang mundur, sehingga pilihan E benar.

The word “hover” in the passage is closest in meaning to...

• Fly in circles

• Stay in one place in the air

• Move between flowers quickly

• Float on water

• Land gently

Answer explanation

The phrase "hover in place" indicates staying in one position while flying.

Frasa “hover in place” menunjukkan bahwa burung tersebut bisa tetap di satu posisi di udara.

Why is the hummingbird able to change direction quickly?

• Because of its powerful claws

• Because of its fast wing movement and small size

• Because it glides on the wind

• Because it uses its tail for balance

• Because it drinks nectar while flying

Answer explanation

Keywords:

• "Despite its size, it can flap its wings up to 80 times per second"

• "change direction quickly"

The passage connects the hummingbird’s small size and rapid wing movement with its ability to change direction.

Teks mengaitkan ukuran kecil dan kecepatan mengepak sayap dengan kemampuan burung kolibri untuk berubah arah dengan cepat.

What can we infer about the hummingbird’s diet?

• It eats fruit and seeds.

• It eats small insects during flight.

• It depends mostly on flower nectar.

• It hunts for food using sharp beaks.

• It stores food for long flights.

Answer explanation

Keywords:

• "These abilities help it collect nectar from flowers"

The word abilities refer to the bird's flying skill. Even though the passage doesn't directly say “the hummingbird eats nectar,” it strongly implies it by stating that its flying skills are used to collect nectar.

Kata abilities mengacu pada kemampuan terbang burung. Meskipun teks tidak secara langsung mengatakan "burung kolibri makan nektar", dapat disimpulkan dari kalimat bahwa kemampuan terbangnya digunakan untuk mengumpulkan nektar dari bunga

What is the main purpose of the email?

• To delegate work responsibilities to colleagues

• To inform about a promotion

• To request approval for a period of leave

• To submit a report on pending tasks

• To complain about workload issues

Answer explanation

Keywords:

• "formally request a leave of absence"

The email clearly states that the writer is requesting time off due to a family emergency.

Email ini secara jelas menyatakan bahwa penulis sedang mengajukan cuti karena urusan keluarga yang mendesak.

The letter is written in response to...

• A formal warning from HR

• A company holiday announcement

• A personal situation that suddenly occurred

• A meeting invitation

• A policy change on sick leave

Answer explanation

Keywords:

• "unexpected family emergency"

The writer mentions an unexpected (sudden) family emergency. So the email is a response to that personal, urgent situation.

Penulis menyebutkan adanya keadaan darurat keluarga yang tidak terduga, jadi surat ini adalah respons terhadap situasi pribadi yang mendesak.

What is the closest meaning of “preliminary approval” as used in the letter?

• Informal objection

• Legal document

• Final decision

• Temporary denial

• Initial agreement

Answer explanation

Keywords:

• "he has given his preliminary approval"

• 
  “Preliminary” means initial or early-stage, and “approval” means agreement. So “preliminary approval” means a first, informal agreement before final confirmation.

• 
  “Preliminary” artinya awal atau sementara, dan “approval” berarti persetujuan. Jadi, “preliminary approval” berarti persetujuan awal, sebelum persetujuan final diberikan.

What can be inferred about Maya’s work attitude?

• She prefers personal matters over work

• She is responsible and considerate

• She often ignores work responsibilities

• She frequently takes unplanned leaves

• She only informs her supervisor last minute

Answer explanation

Keywords:

• "will ensure that all my current tasks are either completed or delegated"

• "informed my direct supervisor"

• "remain reachable by email"

Maya takes steps to manage her work responsibly (completing tasks, informing her supervisor, staying reachable), showing responsibility and consideration for the company.

Maya menunjukkan sikap bertanggung jawab dengan menyelesaikan tugas, memberitahu atasan langsung, dan tetap bisa dihubungi, yang mencerminkan sikap profesional dan peduli.

What is the tone of the email?

• Demanding and assertive

• Indifferent and careless

• Sarcastic and informal

• Emotional and impulsive

• Formal and respectful

Answer explanation

Keywords:

• "I hope this message finds you well"

• "I kindly ask for your understanding"

• "Thank you for your time and consideration"

• "Sincerely"

• 
  The language used is polite, professional, and respectful, appropriate for a formal leave request to HR.

• Bahasa yang digunakan sangat sopan dan formal, cocok untuk konteks permintaan izin kepada HR.