The text is for questions 1 to 6.

Integrated Pest Management

There is no best way to deal with pests in agriculture. Pesticides which are commonly used may cause many problems. I think combining different management operations is the most effective way to control pests.

Firstly, the chemicals in the pesticides may build up as residues in the environment and in the soil which absorbs the chemicals. This reduces the quality of farm products.

Secondly, pests can gradually become resistant to pesticides. This means that newer and stronger ones have to be developed.

Lastly, some pesticides affect non-target plants and animals such as fish and bees. This affects the ecology and environment as well.

So, understanding of ecology of an area helps a lot in pest control. Pesticides should be chosen and applied carefully so that they don't affect the ecological balance and environment.

Therefore, integrated pest management is a safe and more effective option to fight pests in agriculture and livestock.

What can you say about paragraphs two and four?

The text is for questions 1 to 6.

Integrated Pest Management

There is no best way to deal with pests in agriculture. Pesticides which are commonly used may cause many problems. I think combining different management operations is the most effective way to control pests.

Firstly, the chemicals in the pesticides may build up as residues in the environment and in the soil which absorbs the chemicals. This reduces the quality of farm products.

Secondly, pests can gradually become resistant to pesticides. This means that newer and stronger ones have to be developed.

Lastly, some pesticides affect non-target plants and animals such as fish and bees. This affects the ecology and environment as well.

So, understanding of ecology of an area helps a lot in pest control. Pesticides should be chosen and applied carefully so that they don't affect the ecological balance and environment.

Therefore, integrated pest management is a safe and more effective option to fight pests in agriculture and livestock.

One of the disadvantages of using chemical pesticides is …

Secondly, pests can gradually become resistant to pesticides. (paragraph 3)

The word `resistant` in the sentence above means …

The text is for questions 1 to 6.

Integrated Pest Management

There is no best way to deal with pests in agriculture. Pesticides which are commonly used may cause many problems. I think combining different management operations is the most effective way to control pests.

Firstly, the chemicals in the pesticides may build up as residues in the environment and in the soil which absorbs the chemicals. This reduces the quality of farm products.

Secondly, pests can gradually become resistant to pesticides. This means that newer and stronger ones have to be developed.

Lastly, some pesticides affect non-target plants and animals such as fish and bees. This affects the ecology and environment as well.

So, understanding of ecology of an area helps a lot in pest control. Pesticides should be chosen and applied carefully so that they don't affect the ecological balance and environment.

Therefore, integrated pest management is a safe and more effective option to fight pests in agriculture and livestock.

The text above mainly discusses ....

The text is for questions 1 to 6.

Integrated Pest Management

There is no best way to deal with pests in agriculture. Pesticides which are commonly used may cause many problems. I think combining different management operations is the most effective way to control pests.

Firstly, the chemicals in the pesticides may build up as residues in the environment and in the soil which absorbs the chemicals. This reduces the quality of farm products.

Secondly, pests can gradually become resistant to pesticides. This means that newer and stronger ones have to be developed.

Lastly, some pesticides affect non-target plants and animals such as fish and bees. This affects the ecology and environment as well.

So, understanding of ecology of an area helps a lot in pest control. Pesticides should be chosen and applied carefully so that they don't affect the ecological balance and environment.

Therefore, integrated pest management is a safe and more effective option to fight pests in agriculture and livestock.

From the text, we know that ...

The following text is for questions 7 and 8.

Bullying is the use of force or coercion to abuse or intimidate others. The behavior can be habitual and involve an imbalance of social or physical power. It can include verbal harassment or threat, physical assault or coercion, and may be directed repeatedly towards particular victims, perhaps on grounds of race, religion, gender, sexuality, or ability. The victim of bullying is sometimes referred to as a "target".

Bullying can occur in any context in which human beings interact with each other. This includes school, church, family, the workplace, home, and neighborhoods. Bullying is absolutely wrong for several reasons. First, nobody wants to get bullied. Imagine if you or your family member is one who is being bullied. What do you think will happen to him/her? Nobody wants to live his/her life like a frightened rabbit, right?

Second, the victims can take revenge by telling their parents, teachers, or even your principal about what you have done to them, and surely, you will be in very, very big trouble.

Finally, bullying can result in very serious consequences. Maybe it is done for fun, but the victims can consider it as a deeply traumatic experience that can lead to depression or even suicide. When that happens, surely you will forever be regretful.

From the facts above, it is clear that bullying is wrong, and it only brings negative impacts.

How may bullying be carried out?

The underlined word in “... physical assault or coercion ...” (paragraph 1) can be best replaced with ....

The following text is for questions 9 to 12.

The Dangers of Typing SMS while Driving

The popularity of mobile devices has had some dangerous consequences. We know that mobile communications are linked to a significant increase in distracted driving which results in injury and loss of life.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2010 driver distraction was the cause of 18 percent of all fatal crashes - with 3,092 people killed - and crashes resulting in an injury - with 416,000 people wounded.

The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute found that text messaging creates a crash risk 23 times worse than driving while not distracted.

Eleven percent of drivers aged 18 to 20 who were involved in an automobile accident and survived admitted they were sending or receiving texts when they crashed. Distracted driving endangers life and property and the current levels of injury and loss are unacceptable.

What is the main idea of the passage?

The following text is for questions 9 to 12.

The Dangers of Typing SMS while Driving

The popularity of mobile devices has had some dangerous consequences. We know that mobile communications are linked to a significant increase in distracted driving which results in injury and loss of life.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2010 driver distraction was the cause of 18 percent of all fatal crashes - with 3,092 people killed - and crashes resulting in an injury - with 416,000 people wounded.

The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute found that text messaging creates a crash risk 23 times worse than driving while not distracted.

Eleven percent of drivers aged 18 to 20 who were involved in an automobile accident and survived admitted they were sending or receiving texts when they crashed. Distracted driving endangers life and property and the current levels of injury and loss are unacceptable.

What does the passage tell us about the writer's opinion on the issue at hand?

The following text is for questions 9 to 12.

The Dangers of Typing SMS while Driving

The popularity of mobile devices has had some dangerous consequences. We know that mobile communications are linked to a significant increase in distracted driving which results in injury and loss of life.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2010 driver distraction was the cause of 18 percent of all fatal crashes - with 3,092 people killed - and crashes resulting in an injury - with 416,000 people wounded.

The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute found that text messaging creates a crash risk 23 times worse than driving while not distracted.

Eleven percent of drivers aged 18 to 20 who were involved in an automobile accident and survived admitted they were sending or receiving texts when they crashed. Distracted driving endangers life and property and the current levels of injury and loss are unacceptable.

From the text, we know that ...

Distracted driving endangers life, ... it is not an acceptable action.

The following text is for questions 13 to 16.

Nowadays, the police have been applying the new regulation concerning the use of seat belts. In European countries, this regulation has been applied for a long time. However, this new regulation has become controversial and is an interesting topic to discuss. Here are some of the arguments.

The use of seat belts has been proven to reduce the risk of injury or death in an accident. Seat belt has become a standard component in cars. The research shows that most car accident will cause an injury to the head. Frequently, drivers or the passengers driving without seat belts die because of this. By wearing the seat belts, the injury will not happen since belts restrain our body on the car seat when the accident happens.

Unfortunately, many cars, especially the old ones, don’t have seat belts. This is because the traffic conditions in the past were unlike the recent traffic conditions. The designer of old cars didn’t consider a seat belt as an important part. Besides, the drivers wearing the seat belt will think that they are completely safe, so they may drive carelessly. They are safe, indeed, but how about safety of others?

The seat belt is only one of the ways to reduce the risk of car accidents. It doesn’t mean that we are completely safe. In short, our safety depends on ourselves.

Which one is true according to paragraph 3?

The following text is for questions 13 to 16.

Nowadays, the police have been applying the new regulation concerning the use of seat belts. In European countries, this regulation has been applied for a long time. However, this new regulation has become controversial and is an interesting topic to discuss. Here are some of the arguments.

The use of seat belts has been proven to reduce the risk of injury or death in an accident. Seat belt has become a standard component in cars. The research shows that most car accident will cause an injury to the head. Frequently, drivers or the passengers driving without seat belts die because of this. By wearing the seat belts, the injury will not happen since belts restrain our body on the car seat when the accident happens.

Unfortunately, many cars, especially the old ones, don’t have seat belts. This is because the traffic conditions in the past were unlike the recent traffic conditions. The designer of old cars didn’t consider a seat belt as an important part. Besides, the drivers wearing the seat belt will think that they are completely safe, so they may drive carelessly. They are safe, indeed, but how about safety of others?

The seat belt is only one of the ways to reduce the risk of car accidents. It doesn’t mean that we are completely safe. In short, our safety depends on ourselves.

What is the function of seat belts?

The following text is for questions 13 to 16.

Nowadays, the police have been applying the new regulation concerning the use of seat belts. In European countries, this regulation has been applied for a long time. However, this new regulation has become controversial and is an interesting topic to discuss. Here are some of the arguments.

The use of seat belts has been proven to reduce the risk of injury or death in an accident. Seat belt has become a standard component in cars. The research shows that most car accident will cause an injury to the head. Frequently, drivers or the passengers driving without seat belts die because of this. By wearing the seat belts, the injury will not happen since belts restrain our body on the car seat when the accident happens.

Unfortunately, many cars, especially the old ones, don’t have seat belts. This is because the traffic conditions in the past were unlike the recent traffic conditions. The designer of old cars didn’t consider a seat belt as an important part. Besides, the drivers wearing the seat belt will think that they are completely safe, so they may drive carelessly. They are safe, indeed, but how about safety of others?

The seat belt is only one of the ways to reduce the risk of car accidents. It doesn’t mean that we are completely safe. In short, our safety depends on ourselves.

Who considered a seat belt as an unimportant part?

The following text is for questions 13 to 16.

Nowadays, the police have been applying the new regulation concerning the use of seat belts. In European countries, this regulation has been applied for a long time. However, this new regulation has become controversial and is an interesting topic to discuss. Here are some of the arguments.

The use of seat belts has been proven to reduce the risk of injury or death in an accident. Seat belt has become a standard component in cars. The research shows that most car accident will cause an injury to the head. Frequently, drivers or the passengers driving without seat belts die because of this. By wearing the seat belts, the injury will not happen since belts restrain our body on the car seat when the accident happens.

Unfortunately, many cars, especially the old ones, don’t have seat belts. This is because the traffic conditions in the past were unlike the recent traffic conditions. The designer of old cars didn’t consider a seat belt as an important part. Besides, the drivers wearing the seat belt will think that they are completely safe, so they may drive carelessly. They are safe, indeed, but how about safety of others?

The seat belt is only one of the ways to reduce the risk of car accidents. It doesn’t mean that we are completely safe. In short, our safety depends on ourselves.

“… that they are completely safe.” (Paragraph 3)

What does the word ‘they’ refer to?

The following text is for questions 17 to 19.

Use of Formalin and Other Additives in Foods

The use of formalin and other dangerous preservatives in food has been serious problem for three reasons. Firstly, formalin is not for human beings, but it is for biological specimens and experiments. Formalin in Biology is a 10% solution of formaldehyde in water which is usually used as a disinfectant or to preserve biological specimens. Thus, it is not for food preservatives. Of course when it is used for food preservative, it will be very dangerous to human’s body.

The second reason is that there is no tight control from the government. This condition makes the people’s health is really in a threat. When the control is weak and the use formalin was spread wide all over the Indonesian regions, and these days it has really happened, the citizen's bodies will be badly contaminated with the poisons. Fish or food traders still sell their products which contain formalin and dangerous preservatives. Can you imagine that our digestive system absorbs the substance that should be for the human and animal corpses?

Considering the reasons, we can make a conclusion that the use of formalin and other preservatives is really a serious problem if it is not resolved immediately.

Why is formalin dangerous for human`s body?

The following text is for questions 17 to 19.

Use of Formalin and Other Additives in Foods

The use of formalin and other dangerous preservatives in food has been serious problem for three reasons. Firstly, formalin is not for human beings, but it is for biological specimens and experiments. Formalin in Biology is a 10% solution of formaldehyde in water which is usually used as a disinfectant or to preserve biological specimens. Thus, it is not for food preservatives. Of course when it is used for food preservative, it will be very dangerous to human’s body.

The second reason is that there is no tight control from the government. This condition makes the people’s health is really in a threat. When the control is weak and the use formalin was spread wide all over the Indonesian regions, and these days it has really happened, the citizen's bodies will be badly contaminated with the poisons. Fish or food traders still sell their products which contain formalin and dangerous preservatives. Can you imagine that our digestive system absorbs the substance that should be for the human and animal corpses?

Considering the reasons, we can make a conclusion that the use of formalin and other preservatives is really a serious problem if it is not resolved immediately.

The main idea of paragraph 2 is ....

The following text is for questions 17 to 19.

Use of Formalin and Other Additives in Foods

The use of formalin and other dangerous preservatives in food has been serious problem for three reasons. Firstly, formalin is not for human beings, but it is for biological specimens and experiments. Formalin in Biology is a 10% solution of formaldehyde in water which is usually used as a disinfectant or to preserve biological specimens. Thus, it is not for food preservatives. Of course when it is used for food preservative, it will be very dangerous to human’s body.

The second reason is that there is no tight control from the government. This condition makes the people’s health is really in a threat. When the control is weak and the use formalin was spread wide all over the Indonesian regions, and these days it has really happened, the citizen's bodies will be badly contaminated with the poisons. Fish or food traders still sell their products which contain formalin and dangerous preservatives. Can you imagine that our digestive system absorbs the substance that should be for the human and animal corpses?

Considering the reasons, we can make a conclusion that the use of formalin and other preservatives is really a serious problem if it is not resolved immediately.

Based on the facts above, the writer suggest that ...

The following text is for questions 20 to 23.

Dust Bin

To improve comfort and cleanliness at our school, a number of dust bins should be increased.

When we look at classrooms, school corridors and school yard, there are paper mineral water cups, straws, and napkins here and there. The condition of uncleanliness and discomfort really hinders learning and teaching environment. Litters thrown carelessly cause disease, especially empty plastic cup or glasses. They can be filled out with water coming from the rain. This can be placed for dengue mosquitoes to spread out. Besides, these rubbish can deteriorate the scene. Well painted wall and green school yard do not mean anything litters are scattered everywhere.

Anyway I notice that most of the students in our school have responsibilities for the school environment. They put their litters on the proper places. But some are not diligent enough to find the dust bins. The numbers of dust binds in our schools are not enough. Ore dust bins should be put beside each of steps, outside of the classrooms, and some more also the corridors. Probably one dust bin should be in every ten meters. So when students want to throw away their litters, they can find the dust bins easily.

When school is equipped with sufficient dust bins, we do not have problems of freak and discomfort any more. Our school will be very clean and become a nice place to study.

What is the writer’s intention? To ….. readers to do something good.

According to the writer, more dust bins … in every ten meters.

The following text is for questions 20 to 23.

Dust Bin

To improve comfort and cleanliness at our school, a number of dust bins should be increased.

When we look at classrooms, school corridors and school yard, there are paper mineral water cups, straws, and napkins here and there. The condition of uncleanliness and discomfort really hinders learning and teaching environment. Litters thrown carelessly cause disease, especially empty plastic cup or glasses. They can be filled out with water coming from the rain. This can be placed for dengue mosquitoes to spread out. Besides, these rubbish can deteriorate the scene. Well painted wall and green school yard do not mean anything litters are scattered everywhere.

Anyway I notice that most of the students in our school have responsibilities for the school environment. They put their litters on the proper places. But some are not diligent enough to find the dust bins. The numbers of dust binds in our schools are not enough. Ore dust bins should be put beside each of steps, outside of the classrooms, and some more also the corridors. Probably one dust bin should be in every ten meters. So when students want to throw away their litters, they can find the dust bins easily.

When school is equipped with sufficient dust bins, we do not have problems of freak and discomfort any more. Our school will be very clean and become a nice place to study.

What is the writer’s argument on a sufficient number of dust bins?

The following text is for questions 20 to 23.

Dust Bin

To improve comfort and cleanliness at our school, a number of dust bins should be increased.

When we look at classrooms, school corridors and school yard, there are paper mineral water cups, straws, and napkins here and there. The condition of uncleanliness and discomfort really hinders learning and teaching environment. Litters thrown carelessly cause disease, especially empty plastic cup or glasses. They can be filled out with water coming from the rain. This can be placed for dengue mosquitoes to spread out. Besides, these rubbish can deteriorate the scene. Well painted wall and green school yard do not mean anything litters are scattered everywhere.

Anyway I notice that most of the students in our school have responsibilities for the school environment. They put their litters on the proper places. But some are not diligent enough to find the dust bins. The numbers of dust binds in our schools are not enough. Ore dust bins should be put beside each of steps, outside of the classrooms, and some more also the corridors. Probably one dust bin should be in every ten meters. So when students want to throw away their litters, they can find the dust bins easily.

When school is equipped with sufficient dust bins, we do not have problems of freak and discomfort any more. Our school will be very clean and become a nice place to study.

What is the writer’s suggestion?

This text is for questions 24 to 26.

Jl. Jambu 129

Bandung

30th January 2017

Dear Fred,

It was a real sorrow that I heard this morning of your great loss. I knew your mother was ill, for your brother told me several weeks ago. However, as he at that time did not seem to think the illness was very serious, the news of your mother’s death came to me as a shock. You have my sincere and heartfelt sympathy, my dear fellow, in your sorrow. I know you will feel it deeply, for you always thought so much of your mother and loved her so truly. I feel it also as a personal loss to myself, for your mother was always very kind to me. Her death must be a terrible grief to your father, too. Please assure him of my sincere sympathy.

Words, I know, are poor comforters. “The heart knows its own sorrow”, and in such sorrows we are always alone. However, it is not mere words when I say that I feel with you in your sorrow.

Your sincere friend,

Jack

What is the possible relation between the sender and the recipient?

This text is for questions 24 to 26.

Jl. Jambu 129

Bandung

30th January 2017

Dear Fred,

It was a real sorrow that I heard this morning of your great loss. I knew your mother was ill, for your brother told me several weeks ago. However, as he at that time did not seem to think the illness was very serious, the news of your mother’s death came to me as a shock. You have my sincere and heartfelt sympathy, my dear fellow, in your sorrow. I know you will feel it deeply, for you always thought so much of your mother and loved her so truly. I feel it also as a personal loss to myself, for your mother was always very kind to me. Her death must be a terrible grief to your father, too. Please assure him of my sincere sympathy.

Words, I know, are poor comforters. “The heart knows its own sorrow”, and in such sorrows we are always alone. However, it is not mere words when I say that I feel with you in your sorrow.

Your sincere friend,

Jack

From the letter we know that ...

“You have my sincere and heartfelt sympathy, my dear fellow, in your sorrow.”

What is the closest meaning of the underlined word?

This text is for questions 27 and 28.

October 25th, 2018

Dear Gomad,

I received your letter explaining your inability to come here yesterday. As you know, I celebrated my birthday on October 23^rd without you. It was truly a great moment for me. The birthday party was arranged at our residence at 7pm.

My home was beautifully decorated by our friends. New curtains, flowerpots, some paintings, and posters looked so cool. I bought all I need for the party from the market. I invited all our close friends and relatives.

Oh! Do you know how I missed you on that day? But you had to be busy with your compulsions. Anyway, please convey my regards to your parents and thanks for your birthday card and gift you have sent to me.

Best regards

Prayi Du Naim

Why did Prayi Du Naim write the letter?

This text is for questions 27 and 28.

October 25th, 2018

Dear Gomad,

I received your letter explaining your inability to come here yesterday. As you know, I celebrated my birthday on October 23^rd without you. It was truly a great moment for me. The birthday party was arranged at our residence at 7pm.

My home was beautifully decorated by our friends. New curtains, flowerpots, some paintings, and posters looked so cool. I bought all I need for the party from the market. I invited all our close friends and relatives.

Oh! Do you know how I missed you on that day? But you had to be busy with your compulsions. Anyway, please convey my regards to your parents and thanks for your birthday card and gift you have sent to me.

Best regards

Prayi Du Naim

What was the writer’s problem?

Questions 29 to 30 refer to the following text.

Dear Jonathan,

Hello! How are you? I received your letter today. I am very excited to hear that you are coming to stay with me for the holidays. I am sure we will have a lot of fun together.

My parents have agreed to let you stay with me. They offered to pick you up at the airport. All you have to do is to tell us when you are coming.

I will now tell you about some of the things you will experience here in Indonesia. You do not have to worry about the local spicy food. We have a lot of fast‑food restaurants here like the ones you have in England.

You can also shop for souvenirs to bring home. Sarinah or Blok‑M are our famous shopping areas. They have many shops selling all kinds of things. I am sure you will love them.

I am also planning to take you to a few tourist spots like miniature of Indonesia, National monument, or Safari Garden. We can also go to the Ancol beach where you can swim, play on the beach, and have picnics.

My family and I are looking forward to your coming. I hope to hear from you soon. Good bye.

With love,

Naufal

What is the letter about?

Questions 29 to 30 refer to the following text.

Dear Jonathan,

Hello! How are you? I received your letter today. I am very excited to hear that you are coming to stay with me for the holidays. I am sure we will have a lot of fun together.

My parents have agreed to let you stay with me. They offered to pick you up at the airport. All you have to do is to tell us when you are coming.

I will now tell you about some of the things you will experience here in Indonesia. You do not have to worry about the local spicy food. We have a lot of fast‑food restaurants here like the ones you have in England.

You can also shop for souvenirs to bring home. Sarinah or Blok‑M are our famous shopping areas. They have many shops selling all kinds of things. I am sure you will love them.

I am also planning to take you to a few tourist spots like miniature of Indonesia, National monument, or Safari Garden. We can also go to the Ancol beach where you can swim, play on the beach, and have picnics.

My family and I are looking forward to your coming. I hope to hear from you soon. Good bye.

With love,

Naufal

What will probably Jonathan buy for his lunch while he is in Indonesia?

The following text is for question number 31.

Hello Felyta!

It’s been too long since our last visit, and I thought I’d write to you to see how everything is. So, how are you and the family doing? I remember precisely and perfectly Janice is just about to start kindergarten, right? That must be exciting; she was always such a bright girl. And what grade is Silas going into? 7th or 8th? He’s growing up so fast. They both are, really.

My kids are getting ready for the school year as well. Galen just mentioned you guys the other day while we were at the park. He remembered how Janice was throwing the pebbles last time and asked when he’d get to play with her again. I really hope that I can tell him you’ll all be visiting soon. You guys should drive up for a weekend out with us. There’s a new restaurant in town, and I think you’d like it; it’s very simple and cozy.

We all miss you very much, Felyta, and the family is welcome to come visit any time at all. I hope all is well with everyone. Please send hellos from all of us to your family. Talk to you soon.

Love,

Maria

From the text we know Maria remembered that ...

The following text is for questions number 32 to 34.

Surabaya, 1st February 2017

Dear Nathan,

How are you? Hope everything is okay with you. I’m all right here. We are going to have the national examination, aren’t we? Are you well prepared for it? Well, to be honest, I just have some difficulties in preparing for it, especially in Science. There are extra lessons in my school and I take them all. But, I feel that they don’t help. I’m still confused in solving Mathematic problems. I’m just worried that I fail the national examination. Do you have any suggestion for me? I really appreciate your help.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Your buddy

Rendy

What does the letter tell us about?

The following text is for questions number 32 to 34.

Surabaya, 1st February 2017

Dear Nathan,

How are you? Hope everything is okay with you. I’m all right here. We are going to have the national examination, aren’t we? Are you well prepared for it? Well, to be honest, I just have some difficulties in preparing for it, especially in Science. There are extra lessons in my school and I take them all. But, I feel that they don’t help. I’m still confused in solving Mathematic problems. I’m just worried that I fail the national examination. Do you have any suggestion for me? I really appreciate your help.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Your buddy

Rendy

Why is Rendy worried that he may fail the national examination?

“I’m still confused in solving Mathematic problems.”

The word “confused” means …

“I’m just worried that I fail the national examination.”

The antonym of the underlined word is ....

The following text is for questions number 36 and 37.

Dear Aunt Nia,

Aunty, I have some good news for you. Last month I passed my final examination. A week ago I succeeded to join in a senior high school English competition. Last night my parents promised to send me to a famous English course in my town. They also promised me if my scores in English are good, they’ll send me to a foreign university. Great, isn’t it? I’ll work hard. I want to be a great pediatrician like you, Aunty.

Well, that’s all for now. Looking forward to having your news.

Love

Dewi

What is the purpose of the text?

The following text is for questions number 36 and 37.

Dear Aunt Nia,

Aunty, I have some good news for you. Last month I passed my final examination. A week ago I succeeded to join in a senior high school English competition. Last night my parents promised to send me to a famous English course in my town. They also promised me if my scores in English are good, they’ll send me to a foreign university. Great, isn’t it? I’ll work hard. I want to be a great pediatrician like you, Aunty.

Well, that’s all for now. Looking forward to having your news.

Love

Dewi

What did parents promise her?

Read the following text to answer questions number 38 and 39

Kuala Lumpur, 22 August 2020

Dear Marilia,

Hi Marilia, I’m sorry because this is the first letter for you since I promised you to send you letter as soon as possible when I have arrived in Kuala Lumpur. In fact, I did so much preparation before started studying in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia(UKM). I found some difficulties to speak in Malay language. Therefore, I should take private course to know Malay language as well as possible. I also need some translator to help me in understanding some articles.

Even though, I found some difficulties here. But day by day, I could be comfort here because many people here are very friendly for all foreigners including me. Now, I am very happy to study English Literature here because many classmates also supported me very well.

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia is the best university in Malaysia. It’s a very deep for education. History, English, Science, Gigs, Art, Physical, Math, and so on. I hope you will come here as soon as possible to study here and become my classmates.

Now, this is the end of the letter. I hope the letter will arrive early there!

Sincerely yours,

Carolina

Why does Carolina send the letter to Marilia?

Read the following text to answer questions number 38 and 39.

Kuala Lumpur, 22 August 2020

Dear Marilia,

Hi Marilia, I’m sorry because this is the first letter for you since I promised you to send you letter as soon as possible when I have arrived in Kuala Lumpur. In fact, I did so much preparation before started studying in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia(UKM). I found some difficulties to speak in Malay language. Therefore, I should take private course to know Malay language as well as possible. I also need some translator to help me in understanding some articles.

Even though, I found some difficulties here. But day by day, I could be comfort here because many people here are very friendly for all foreigners including me. Now, I am very happy to study English Literature here because many classmates also supported me very well.

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia is the best university in Malaysia. It’s a very deep for education. History, English, Science, Gigs, Art, Physical, Math, and so on. I hope you will come here as soon as possible to study here and become my classmates.

Now, this is the end of the letter. I hope the letter will arrive early there!

Sincerely yours,

Carolina

What was Carolina experience in Kuala Lumpur?

Questions 40-42 refer to the following text!

Manila, 24 August 2020

Dear Carolina,

Thank you so much for your first letter. Even though it’s rather late but it’s really appreciated. Thank for information about your experience in Kuala Lumpur, especially your experience to be the new students in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. It’s really fantastic, and I hope that you will be enjoy studying there. And I Always pray for your success there.

On this moment, I also want to give you news that I have been accepted as one the students in Universitas Indonesia, Jakarta. And my major is International Law. I have thought and considered many times to decide going to Jakarta. And I finally I decided studying international law in Indonesia.

It was hard for me to decide because we also have promised studying in the same University. But, unfortunately I couldn’t study in Malaysia because my grand mother was living in Jakarta. I know it’s not good news for you but I have to decide my future. I hope you will understand about this condition. Trust me, we will support each other even though we live in different city and different country.

Hopefully, that you will be success in Kuala Lumpur. Thank you!

Your best friend,

Marilia

Why does Marilia choose international law in Universitas Indonesia?

Questions 40-42 refer to the following text!

Manila, 24 August 2020

Dear Carolina,

Thank you so much for your first letter. Even though it’s rather late but it’s really appreciated. Thank for information about your experience in Kuala Lumpur, especially your experience to be the new students in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. It’s really fantastic, and I hope that you will be enjoy studying there. And I Always pray for your success there.

On this moment, I also want to give you news that I have been accepted as one the students in Universitas Indonesia, Jakarta. And my major is International Law. I have thought and considered many times to decide going to Jakarta. And I finally I decided studying international law in Indonesia.

It was hard for me to decide because we also have promised studying in the same University. But, unfortunately I couldn’t study in Malaysia because my grand mother was living in Jakarta. I know it’s not good news for you but I have to decide my future. I hope you will understand about this condition. Trust me, we will support each other even though we live in different city and different country.

Hopefully, that you will be success in Kuala Lumpur. Thank you!

Your best friend,

Marilia

What is Marilia’s impression about Carolina’s story in her letter?

Questions 40-42 refer to the following text!

Manila, 24 August 2020

Dear Carolina,

Thank you so much for your first letter. Even though it’s rather late but it’s really appreciated. Thank for information about your experience in Kuala Lumpur, especially your experience to be the new students in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. It’s really fantastic, and I hope that you will be enjoy studying there. And I Always pray for your success there.

On this moment, I also want to give you news that I have been accepted as one the students in Universitas Indonesia, Jakarta. And my major is International Law. I have thought and considered many times to decide going to Jakarta. And I finally I decided studying international law in Indonesia.

It was hard for me to decide because we also have promised studying in the same University. But, unfortunately I couldn’t study in Malaysia because my grand mother was living in Jakarta. I know it’s not good news for you but I have to decide my future. I hope you will understand about this condition. Trust me, we will support each other even though we live in different city and different country.

Hopefully, that you will be success in Kuala Lumpur. Thank you!

Your best friend,

Marilia

What is Marilia’s final decision for her future?

Questions 43-45 refer to the following text!

24th Clinton St. Iowa City. IA. 58076

January 15th, 2016

To all Colleagues and Friends,

As those close to me know, I am not good with goodbyes so I do apologize to those who feel offended that I have left having written only this farewell letter, without personally shaking their hand and exchanging best wishes.

I have so many people to thank for their support and dedication that it is impossible to personally get to see you all with the short time that was available.

I truly am humbled to have worked with such a group of “get in and get it happening people” and I am so proud of the achievements that you have accomplished both in the operation and (for quite a lot of you) for your own personal accomplishments.

To those of you that I had the opportunity to coach and or set goals for, I commend each of you for your achievements and hope that you continue to succeed through life journeys.

I can be contacted if required on 08159030832. I wish you all a Healthy, Safe and Prosperous Year.

Thanks, regards and best wishes,

Bill Jones

Why does Bill Jones write the letter?

Questions 43-45 refer to the following text!

24th Clinton St. Iowa City. IA. 58076

January 15th, 2016

To all Colleagues and Friends,

As those close to me know, I am not good with goodbyes so I do apologize to those who feel offended that I have left having written only this farewell letter, without personally shaking their hand and exchanging best wishes.

I have so many people to thank for their support and dedication that it is impossible to personally get to see you all with the short time that was available.

I truly am humbled to have worked with such a group of “get in and get it happening people” and I am so proud of the achievements that you have accomplished both in the operation and (for quite a lot of you) for your own personal accomplishments.

To those of you that I had the opportunity to coach and or set goals for, I commend each of you for your achievements and hope that you continue to succeed through life journeys.

I can be contacted if required on 08159030832. I wish you all a Healthy, Safe and Prosperous Year.

Thanks, regards and best wishes,

Bill Jones

What has the writer done in the office?

“I commend each of you for your achievements...”

The synonym of the word “commend” is ….

Questions 46-50 refer to the following text!

Kupang, April 2, 2018

Dear Paula,

Hello Paula, how are you? It’s been a month since l last heard from you. Well l just wanted to tell you that I was in a hospital last week. According to the doctor l was infected by dengue fever.

At first, I felt my body became weak then fainted when was studying in the classroom. Then, I was taken to the hospital because of the high fever.

At the hospital, I was brought into the emergency unit. The doctor immediately gave some treatments. Finally, l had to stay there for one week. Everyday the doctor kept me on a drip. At the seventh day, my condition was getting better. After the final check, the doctor gave me permission to go home. Now, I’m okay and because of my illness, I am now more careful about keeping in my house clean especially my room, I don’t want to get the same illness again.

OK, think that’s all from me, write to me soon ok?

Regards

Nadira

What is the topic of the letter above?

Questions 46-50 refer to the following text!

Kupang, April 2, 2018

Dear Paula,

Hello Paula, how are you? It’s been a month since l last heard from you. Well l just wanted to tell you that I was in a hospital last week. According to the doctor l was infected by dengue fever.

At first, I felt my body became weak then fainted when was studying in the classroom. Then, I was taken to the hospital because of the high fever.

At the hospital, I was brought into the emergency unit. The doctor immediately gave some treatments. Finally, l had to stay there for one week. Everyday the doctor kept me on a drip. At the seventh day, my condition was getting better. After the final check, the doctor gave me permission to go home. Now, I’m okay and because of my illness, I am now more careful about keeping in my house clean especially my room, I don’t want to get the same illness again.

OK, think that’s all from me, write to me soon ok?

Regards

Nadira

What did the writer do when she felt her body became weak?

Questions 46-50 refer to the following text!

Kupang, April 2, 2018

Dear Paula,

Hello Paula, how are you? It’s been a month since l last heard from you. Well l just wanted to tell you that I was in a hospital last week. According to the doctor l was infected by dengue fever.

At first, I felt my body became weak then fainted when was studying in the classroom. Then, I was taken to the hospital because of the high fever.

At the hospital, I was brought into the emergency unit. The doctor immediately gave some treatments. Finally, l had to stay there for one week. Everyday the doctor kept me on a drip. At the seventh day, my condition was getting better. After the final check, the doctor gave me permission to go home. Now, I’m okay and because of my illness, I am now more careful about keeping in my house clean especially my room, I don’t want to get the same illness again.

OK, think that’s all from me, write to me soon ok?

Regards

Nadira

What was the disease that she got?

Questions 46-50 refer to the following text!

Kupang, April 2, 2018

Dear Paula,

Hello Paula, how are you? It’s been a month since l last heard from you. Well l just wanted to tell you that I was in a hospital last week. According to the doctor l was infected by dengue fever.

At first, I felt my body became weak then fainted when was studying in the classroom. Then, I was taken to the hospital because of the high fever.

At the hospital, I was brought into the emergency unit. The doctor immediately gave some treatments. Finally, l had to stay there for one week. Everyday the doctor kept me on a drip. At the seventh day, my condition was getting better. After the final check, the doctor gave me permission to go home. Now, I’m okay and because of my illness, I am now more careful about keeping in my house clean especially my room, I don’t want to get the same illness again.

OK, think that’s all from me, write to me soon ok?

Regards

Nadira

Why the writer was taken to the hospital?

Questions 46-50 refer to the following text!

Kupang, April 2, 2018

Dear Paula,

Hello Paula, how are you? It’s been a month since l last heard from you. Well l just wanted to tell you that I was in a hospital last week. According to the doctor l was infected by dengue fever.

At first, I felt my body became weak then fainted when was studying in the classroom. Then, I was taken to the hospital because of the high fever.

At the hospital, I was brought into the emergency unit. The doctor immediately gave some treatments. Finally, l had to stay there for one week. Everyday the doctor kept me on a drip. At the seventh day, my condition was getting better. After the final check, the doctor gave me permission to go home. Now, I’m okay and because of my illness, I am now more careful about keeping in my house clean especially my room, I don’t want to get the same illness again.

OK, think that’s all from me, write to me soon ok?

Regards

Nadira

How long she was taken care in the hospital?