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Personal recount

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 17mins

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1.

Last holiday I went to Paris. I visited museums and sat in public gardens. A friendly waiter taught me a few words of French. Then he lent me a book. I read a few lines, but I did not understand a word. Every day, I thought about postcards. My holidays passed quickly, but I did not send any cards to my friends. On the last day I made a big decision, I got up early and bought thirty seven cards. I spent the whole day in my room, but I did not write a single card!


What kind of text is this?

a)

A personal recount

b)

A fiction story

c)

A scientific text

2.

Last holiday I went to Paris. I visited museums and sat in public gardens. A friendly waiter taught me a few words of French. Then he lent me a book. I read a few lines, but I did not understand a word. Every day, I thought about postcards. My holidays passed quickly, but I did not send any cards to my friends. On the last day I made a big decision, I got up early and bought thirty seven cards. I spent the whole day in my room, but I did not write a single card!


The recount is telling about?

a)

Last holiday

b)

My holiday

c)

Holiday in Paris

3.

Last holiday I went to Paris. I visited museums and sat in public gardens. A friendly waiter taught me a few words of French. Then he lent me a book. I read a few lines, but I did not understand a word. Every day, I thought about postcards. My holidays passed quickly, but I did not send any cards to my friends. On the last day I made a big decision, I got up early and bought thirty seven cards. I spent the whole day in my room, but I did not write a single card!


Whom did the writer meet in Paris?

a)

A man that take him to France

b)

A man that gave him thirty seven cards

c)

A man that lent him a book

4.

The function of recount text is...

a)

to give information

b)

to retell past experience

c)

to tell a story

5.

What is the tense used in recount text?

a)

Past tense

b)

Present tense

c)

Future tense

6.

What is Recount Text ?

a)

is a story with complication or problematic events and it tries to find the resolutions to solve the problems

b)

is a text which retells events or experiences in the past

c)

is a text which informs readers about events of the day

7.

What are recounts?

a)

Writing that retells an experience or an event that happened in the past.

b)

Writing that requires the student to investigate a topic and give an opinion

c)

Writing that describes something—object, person, place, experience, emotion, situation,

d)

Writing on something, which can be either argued for the topic or against the topic.

8.

Which of the following statement is false?


When students write recounts, they do the following things with language

a)

... talk about past events

b)

... they put people and things into past events

c)

... locate future events in time and place

d)

... express feelings and opinions about themselves. The pronoun ‘I’ is commonly used.

9.

Trio: What did you do yesterday?
Mila: I ........ to Medan with my father

a)

go

b)

went

c)

gone

d)

going

10.

Rara: Why did Mrs. Ernis not come 2 days ago?

Yuli: She ....... sick at that time

a)

was

b)

were

c)

is

d)

are

11.

Last night, I ...... at 10 p.m

a)

sleep

b)

slept

c)

sleeped

d)

sleeping

12.

They did not ....... books from library last week

a)

borrowing

b)

borrow

c)

borrowed

d)

borrows

13.

what is the text about?

a)

Rina's cooking way in a festival

b)

Rina's experience of joining the cooking competition

c)

Rina's story about her restaurant

d)

Rina's cooking festival

14.

What did Rina feel after joining the competition?

a)

she felt happy

b)

she felt angry

c)

she felt disappointed

d)

she felt shy

15.

Rina lost the competition because....

a)

she couldn't cook

b)

she couldn't make fried rice

c)

she forgot how to cook

d)

she didn't cook

16.

1. He was in hurry to take a bath

2. He ran fast to school

3. Gugun woke up late

4. He realized it was Sunday

5. He didn't see his friends on the way


The correct arrangement for the story above is ...

a)

1 - 2 - 4 - 3 - 5

b)

2 - 1 - 3 - 5 - 4

c)

3 - 1 - 2 - 5 - 4

d)

4 - 3 - 1 - 2 - 5

17.

What are generic structure of the text ?

a)

Description, Identification

b)

Orientation, Steps, Reorientation

c)

Reorientation, thesis, Description

d)

Orientation, Events, Reorientation

18.

Which one is the example of Recount Text?

a)

Rabbit and Turtle

b)

Sangkuriang

c)

My Holiday In Bali

d)

How to make Fried Rice

19.

Last week, l went to the lake for fishing. It was the suitable time for fishing because I had nothing to do. I went there with my friends.

Arriving at the lake, I directly went to the best spot to get a giant fish. It was under the big tree at the bank of the lake. I threw my hook as far as I could then I waited for the fish eating my bait. It had been 15 minutes and I finally saw the sign that there was a fish eating my bait. I tried to pull it up and I succeeded. I got a three kilogram fish.

I got so many fish that day even though I was so tired. I was so excited. I think I will visit the spot again in the next holiday.


What is the purpose of the text?

a)

to describe the writer's activity in the weekend

b)

to explain about the writer's activity in the weekend

c)

to informing or to amuse the readers about the writer's activity in the weekend

d)

to explain about fishing

20.

Last weekend, my friends and I went camping. We built the camp next to a small river.

It was getting darker and colder, so we built a fire camp. The next day, we spent our time observing plantation and insects while the girls were preparing meals. In the afternoon we went to the river and caught some fish for supper.

At night, we held a fire camp night. We sang, danced, read poetry, played magic tricks, and even some of us performed a standing comedy.

On Monday, we packed our bags and got ready to go home. It was wonderful experience in my life.


Which one of the text is a part of "event"?

a)

Last weekend, my friends and I went camping.

b)

It was getting darker and colder, so we built a fire camp.

c)

It was wonderful experience in my life.

d)

We pacekd our bags and got ready to go home

21.

We had a wonderful holiday in Bali.

It was a really great place. The people were friendly, the food was great, and the weather was a lot better than at home.

Most days were pretty. I swam two or three times a day, but my brother Fachri just spent all his time lying on the beach with his eyes closed.

Last Saturday I got on the bus and went to the north of the island, It was much quieter there than here–very beautiful, but no tourists. The next day we went across to

the east coast to see some of the old villages.

I learned Balinese–I couldn’t say much, but it was fun to try.

I cannot forget it because that’s unforgettable experience for me.


Below are the conjunction in the text..

a)

Last Saturday

b)

Most days

c)

Then

d)

The next day

22.

Introducing the participant, place and time is called ...

a)

Recount

b)

Reorientation

c)

Orientation

d)

Events

23.

Which one is NOT the kinds of Recount text ?

a)

Historical

b)

Analytical

c)

Personal

d)

Factual

24.

Personal comment can be found in ...

a)

Orientation

b)

Reorientation

c)

Resolution

d)

Events

25.

Last week, my friend and I rode our bikes to the beach. It was only five kilometers

from our houses. It was quite windy and there was hardly anyone there. It surprised us because there were always many people coming there on the weekends. So, we had the beach on our own. We bought some hot chips, rode our bikes, played in the water and sat

under the trees. We really had a great time.


“It was only five kilometers from our houses.” (line 1). The word “It” refers to….

a)

Bike

b)

Beach

c)

Chip

d)

House

26.

Last holiday I went to Paris. I visited museums and sat in public gardens. A friendly waiter taught me a few words of French. Then he lent me a book. I read a few lines, but I did not understand a word. Every day, I thought about postcards. My holidays passed quickly, but I did not send any cards to my friends. On the last day I made a big decision, I got up early and bought thirty seven cards. I spent the whole day in my room, but I did not write a single card!


What kind of text is this?

a)

A personal recount

b)

A fiction story

c)

A scientific text

27.

On Wednesday, my students and I went to Yogyakarta. We stayed at Dirgahayu Hotel which is not far from Malioboro.

On Thursday, we visited the temples in Prambanan. There are three big temples, the Brahmana, Syiwa and Wisnu temples. They are really amazing. We visited only Brahmana and Syiwa temples, because Wisnu temple is being renovated.

On Friday morning we went to Yogya Kraton. We spent about two hours there. We were lucky because we were led by a smart and friendly guide. Then we continued our journey to Borobudur. We arrived there at four p.m. At 5 p.m. we heard the announcement that Borobudur gate would be closed.

In the evening we left for Jakarta by wisata bus.


The text above mainly discusses about……..

a)

the writer’s trip to Yogyakarta

b)

the writer’s first visit to Prambanan

c)

the writer’s impression about the guide

d)

the writer’s experience at Yogya Kraton

e)

the writer’s impression about Borobudur

28.

On Wednesday, my students and I went to Yogyakarta. We stayed at Dirgahayu Hotel which is not far from Malioboro.

On Thursday, we visited the temples in Prambanan. There are three big temples, the Brahmana, Syiwa and Wisnu temples. They are really amazing. We visited only Brahmana and Syiwa temples, because Wisnu temple is being renovated.

On Friday morning we went to Yogya Kraton. We spent about two hours there. We were lucky because we were led by a smart and friendly guide. Then we continued our journey to Borobudur. We arrived there at four p.m. At 5 p.m. we heard the announcement that Borobudur gate would be closed.

In the evening we left for Jakarta by wisata bus.


The text is written in the form of a/an………

a)

recount

b)

narrative

c)

report

d)

anecdote

e)

spoof

29.

The purpose of the rcount text is to……….

a)

tell past events

b)

entertain readers

c)

describe the smugglers

d)

report an event to the police

e)

inform readers about events of the day

30.

A Trip to the Zoo Yesterday my family and I went to the zoo to see the elephant. When we got to the zoo, we went to the shop to buy some food to give to the animals.

After getting the food, we went to the nocturnal house where we saw birds and reptiles which only come out at night. Before having lunch, we went for a ride on the elephant. It was a thrill to ride it. Dad fell off when he let go off the rope, but he was ok.

During the lunch we fed some birds in the park. In the afternoon we saw the animals being fed. When we returned home we were very tired but happy. It was because we had so much fun activities at many places at the zoo.


What happened to the writer’s dad when he rode an elephant?

a)

He fell off

b)

He felt a thrill

c)

He failed

d)

He felt fun

e)

He runaway

31.

A Trip to the Zoo Yesterday my family and I went to the zoo to see the elephant. When we got to the zoo, we went to the shop to buy some food to give to the animals.

After getting the food, we went to the nocturnal house where we saw birds and reptiles which only come out at night. Before having lunch, we went for a ride on the elephant. It was a thrill to ride it. Dad fell off when he let go off the rope, but he was ok.

During the lunch we fed some birds in the park. In the afternoon we saw the animals being fed. When we returned home we were very tired but happy. It was because we had so much fun activities at many places at the zoo.


Why did the writer and his family feel very tired after having a trip to the zoo?

a)

They took a long time to reach the zoo area

b)

They had to feed a lot of animals in the zoo

c)

They had no time to take a rest in the zoo

d)

They had to visit many places in the zoo

e)

They didn’t have time go to zoo

32.

Last week, Mr Tatang’s wife had an accident. Her youngest child, Putra, was at home when it happened. He was playing with his new toy car. Suddenly Putra heard his mother calling, “Help! Help!” he ran to the kitchen. His mother had burnt herself with some hot cooking oil. She was crying with pain and the pan was on fire. Mr. Tatang had gone to the office. The other children had gone to school.

Putra was too small to help his mother, and she was too frightened to speak sensibly to him. But he ran to the neighbour’s house and asked his neighbor to come and help his mother. The neighbor soon put out the fire and took Putra’s mother to the clinic.

When Mr. Tatang came home, his wife told him what had happened. He was very proud of his son, “When you are a man, you will be just like your father,”she said.


The main idea of the second paragraph is ….

a)

Mrs. Tatang got accident

b)

Putra asked his neighbour to help

c)

Mr. Tatang proud of his son

d)

Mrs. Tatang and her son got accident

e)

Mr. Tatang and his son had gone

33.

Last week, l went to the lake for fishing. It was the suitable time for fishing because I had nothing to do. I went there with my friends.

Arriving at the lake, I directly went to the best spot to get a giant fish. It was under the big tree at the bank of the lake. I threw my hook as far as I could then I waited for the fish eating my bait. It had been 15 minutes and I finally saw the sign that there was a fish eating my bait. I tried to pull it up and I succeeded. I got a three kilogram fish.

I got so many fish that day even though I was so tired. I was so excited. I think I will visit the spot again in the next holiday.


What is the purpose of the text?

a)

to describe the writer's activity in the weekend

b)

to explain about the writer's activity in the weekend

c)

to informing or to amuse the readers about the writer's activity in the weekend

d)

to explain about fishing

e)

to announce about the fishing event

34.

Last week, l went to the lake for fishing. It was the suitable time for fishing because I had nothing to do. I went there with my friends.

Arriving at the lake, I directly went to the best spot to get a giant fish. It was under the big tree at the bank of the lake. I threw my hook as far as I could then I waited for the fish eating my bait. It had been 15 minutes and I finally saw the sign that there was a fish eating my bait. I tried to pull it up and I succeeded. I got a three kilogram fish.

I got so many fish that day even though I was so tired. I was so excited. I think I will visit the spot again in the next holiday.


If the writer started fishing at 10.15, when did he get a three kilogram fish?

a)

a quarter past ten

b)

a half past ten

c)

a quarter to eleven

d)

ten to eleven

e)

nine to ten

35.

Last week, l went to the lake for fishing. It was the suitable time for fishing because I had nothing to do. I went there with my friends.

Arriving at the lake, I directly went to the best spot to get a giant fish. It was under the big tree at the bank of the lake. I threw my hook as far as I could then I waited for the fish eating my bait. It had been 15 minutes and I finally saw the sign that there was a fish eating my bait. I tried to pull it up and I succeeded. I got a three kilogram fish.

I got so many fish that day even though I was so tired. I was so excited. I think I will visit the spot again in the next holiday.


"I directly went to the best spot to get a giant fish".

a)

huge

b)

large

c)

very big

d)

great

e)

small

36.

My Holiday at home

Last holiday was my worst holiday because I did not go anywhere. I just stayed in my home. In the morning, I woke up and had a breakfast. After that, I played with my cat. In the afternoon, I had a lunch and after that I took a nap. In the evening. I watched until I felt boring. My daily activities were like that during the holiday. So, I was sure last holiday was my worst holiday.


Where did the writer spend his holiday?

a)

in the morning

b)

in the afternoon

c)

in his home

d)

in his room

e)

in his friends home

37.

My Holiday at home

Last holiday was my worst holiday because I did not go anywhere. I just stayed in my home. In the morning, I woke up and had a breakfast. After that, I played with my cat. In the afternoon, I had a lunch and after that I took a nap. In the evening. I watched untill I felt boring. My daily activities were like that during the holiday. So, I was sure last holiday was my worst holiday.


What did the writer do before taking a nap?

a)

He had lunch

b)

He watched a movie

c)

He played with his cat

d)

He had breakfast

e)

he was having fun

38.

My Holiday at home

Last holiday was my worst holiday because I did not go anywhere. I just stayed in my home. In the morning, I woke up and had a breakfast. After that, I played with my cat. In the afternoon, I had a lunch and after that I took a nap. In the evening. I watched untill I felt boring. My daily activities were like that during the holiday. So, I was sure last holiday was my worst holiday.


What did the writer feel about the holiday?

a)

He felt satisfied

b)

He felt glad

c)

He felt annoyed

d)

He felt happy

e)

he feels happy

39.

Last year was the best experience I’ve ever got. I was the first winner of singing competition

I love singing since I was kid. I practiced so hard before the D-day. My parents were really supportive. They helped me to practice and prepared healthy food for me. They also gave me motivation to believe in myself.

That’s why winning singing competition meant so much to me.


What had been done by the writer in the text?

a)

Passed an exam

b)

Graduated from school

c)

Got married

d)

Won a contest

e)

helped the parents

40.

Last year was the best experience I’ve ever got. I was the first winner of singing competition

I love singing since I was kid. I practiced so hard before the D-day. My parents were really supportive. They helped me to practice and prepared healthy food for me. They also gave me motivation to believe in myself.

That’s why winning singing competition meant so much to me.


Who helped the writer to practice?

a)

The writer's friends

b)

The writer's fans

c)

The writer's family

d)

The writer's parents

e)

The writer's siblings

41.

A Trip to the Zoo Yesterday my family and I went to the zoo to see the elephant. When we got to the zoo, we went to the shop to buy some food to give to the animals.

After getting the food, we went to the nocturnal house where we saw birds and reptiles which only come out at night. Before having lunch, we went for a ride on the elephant. It was a thrill to ride it. Dad fell off when he let go off the rope, but he was ok.

During the lunch we fed some birds in the park. In the afternoon we saw the animals being fed. When we returned home we were very tired but happy. It was because we had so much fun activities at many places at the zoo.


What happened to the writer’s dad when he rode an elephant?

a)

He fell off

b)

He felt a thrill

c)

He failed

d)

He felt fun

e)

He runaway

42.

What did they find in their car?

a)

A tickets

b)

2 tickets

c)

diamonds

d)

jewelry

e)

a bag

43.

When was Mary absent to school?

a)

Last week

b)

Last Monday

c)

Last Sunday

d)

Next Sunday

e)

Next Monday

44.

GOING TO THE ZOO

Yesterday, my family and I went to the zoo, to see the elephants and other animals. We went by car and left home 7 at a.m. It took about one and half hours to get to the zoo.

When we got to the zoo, we went directly to the pet shop to buy some animal food. We spent fifteen thousand rupiahs on the food. After getting the food, we first visited the nocturnal house where birds and reptiles-which only come out at night were displayed. It was really interesting. After that we went for a ride on an elephant. It was a thrill! My dad nearly fell off when he let go of the rope.

At 12.15 p.m., my mom and my sisters prepared the lunch. We ate our lunch under a big tree near the elephant area. After lunch, we went to the bird park. We fed some of the birds inside the park. When we returned home we were tired but happy because we had so much fun.


What is the topic of the text?

a)

Family gathering

b)

Spending holiday

c)

Going to the zoo

45.

GOING TO THE ZOO

Yesterday, my family and I went to the zoo, to see the elephants and other animals. We went by car and left home 7 at a.m. It took about one and half hours to get to the zoo.

When we got to the zoo, we went directly to the pet shop to buy some animal food. We spent fifteen thousand rupiahs on the food. After getting the food, we first visited the nocturnal house where birds and reptiles-which only come out at night were displayed. It was really interesting. After that we went for a ride on an elephant. It was a thrill! My dad nearly fell off when he let go of the rope.

At 12.15 p.m., my mom and my sisters prepared the lunch. We ate our lunch under a big tree near the elephant area. After lunch, we went to the bird park. We fed some of the birds inside the park. When we returned home we were tired but happy because we had so much fun.


Where did they have their lunch?

a)

Near the bird cage

b)

In a restaurant

c)

Under the big tree

46.

GOING TO THE ZOO

Yesterday, my family and I went to the zoo, to see the elephants and other animals. We went by car and left home 7 at a.m. It took about one and half hours to get to the zoo.

When we got to the zoo, we went directly to the pet shop to buy some animal food. We spent fifteen thousand rupiahs on the food. After getting the food, we first visited the nocturnal house where birds and reptiles-which only come out at night were displayed. It was really interesting. After that we went for a ride on an elephant. It was a thrill! My dad nearly fell off when he let go of the rope.

At 12.15 p.m., my mom and my sisters prepared the lunch. We ate our lunch under a big tree near the elephant area. After lunch, we went to the bird park. We fed some of the birds inside the park. When we returned home we were tired but happy because we had so much fun.


“My dad nearly fell off when he let go of the rope”.(par 2)

The underlined word refers to the writer’s ... .

a)

daddy

b)

mommy

c)

brother

47.

The event of the text is.....

a)

Last Monday was a busy day for me. I spent my time to do a lot of activities from college to my home.

b)

First, at the morning, I did my presentation assignment with my partner, she was Nurhidayah.

c)

Those activities made my day busy.

48.

Choose the Past Simple of this word is !

a)

ised

b)

was

c)

were

49.

Choose the Past Simple of this word do !

a)

doed

b)

does

c)

did

50.

A Bad Experience I had a bad experience when I shopped in one of the stores in my city. It was really embarrassing. The security shop accused me of stealing a pair of blue jeans. That was Sunday afternoon. I went to a fashion store with my friends. I chose a pair of blue jeans to buy and paid for them at the cashier. Unfortunately, the shop assistant was careless. She forgot to take the censor clip on the blue jeans. So, when I left the shop, the detector beeped. The security officer shouted at me, "Hey, you...! Stop!" i Then, he took me to the manager's room. a r After examining, the security officer and the manager realized that it was not my fault. They were very sorry about what had happened. Finally, the manager asked me to take one piece of clothing for free. Source: http://soehaarrr.com (Edited)

What does the text talk about?

a)

a. The writer's fault at the fashion store.

b)

b. The writer's bad experience at a fashion store.

c)

c. The shop assistant's activity.

d)

d. The security officer's fault.

51.

A Bad Experience I had a bad experience when I shopped in one of the stores in my city. It was really embarrassing. The security shop accused me of stealing a pair of blue jeans. That was Sunday afternoon. I went to a fashion store with my friends. I chose a pair of blue jeans to buy and paid for them at the cashier. Unfortunately, the shop assistant was careless. She forgot to take the censor clip on the blue jeans. So, when I left the shop, the detector beeped. The security officer shouted at me, "Hey, you...! Stop!" i Then, he took me to the manager's room. a r After examining, the security officer and the manager realized that it was not my fault. They were very sorry about what had happened. Finally, the manager asked me to take one piece of clothing for free. Source: http://soehaarrr.com (Edited)

"She forgot to take the censor clip....' (Paragraph 2)

What does the italicised word refer to?

a)

a. the writer

b)

b. the shop assistant

c)

c. the security officer

d)

d. the manager

52.

A Bad Experience I had a bad experience when I shopped in one of the stores in my city. It was really embarrassing. The security shop accused me of stealing a pair of blue jeans. That was Sunday afternoon. I went to a fashion store with my friends. I chose a pair of blue jeans to buy and paid for them at the cashier. Unfortunately, the shop assistant was careless. She forgot to take the censor clip on the blue jeans. So, when I left the shop, the detector beeped. The security officer shouted at me, "Hey, you...! Stop!" i Then, he took me to the manager's room. a r After examining, the security officer and the manager realized that it was not my fault. They were very sorry about what had happened. Finally, the manager asked me to take one piece of clothing for free. Source: http://soehaarrr.com (Edited)

Why did the detector beep?

a)

a. Because the security officer shouted at the writer. ​

b)

b. Because the security officer took the writer to the manager's room.

c)

c. Because the shop assistant forgot to take the censor clip on the blue jeans.

d)

d. Because the shop assistan.t found that the writer stole a pair of blue jeans.

53.

My Football Experience

When I was in junior high school, I really loved football. Every saturday afternoon i practised in school field with my team and my coach. They were strong and smart players. My coach, Mr. Sentana was i kind person. but while he was coaching us, he was very discipline.he would grounded anyone who came late and not obeyed the team's rules. Under Mr. Sentana, our team won many tournaments in many big cities. Our team named as '67 team' (from smp 67) and we had many fans too, you know. ohh , that was so cool. Now , I still love football and have a team too. But, my parents warn me to pay attention more to my study, football is just for hobby.

When did the writer practise football?

a)

every Saturday morning

b)

every Saturday afternoon

c)

every Sunday morning

d)

every Sunday afternoon

54.

My Football Experience

When I was in junior high school, I really loved football. Every saturday afternoon i practised in school field with my team and my coach. They were strong and smart players. My coach, Mr. Sentana was i kind person. but while he was coaching us, he was very discipline.he would grounded anyone who came late and not obeyed the team's rules. Under Mr. Sentana, our team won many tournaments in many big cities. Our team named as '67 team' (from smp 67) and we had many fans too, you know. ohh , that was so cool. Now , I still love football and have a team too. But, my parents warn me to pay attention more to my study, football is just for hobby.

Mr. Sentana's personality is ....

a)

talkactive

b)

pessimist

c)

disciplined

d)

smart

55.

My Football Experience

When I was in junior high school, I really loved football. Every saturday afternoon i practised in school field with my team and my coach. They were strong and smart players. My coach, Mr. Sentana was i kind person. but while he was coaching us, he was very discipline.he would grounded anyone who came late and not obeyed the team's rules. Under Mr. Sentana, our team won many tournaments in many big cities. Our team named as '67 team' (from smp 67) and we had many fans too, you know. ohh , that was so cool. Now , I still love football and have a team too. But, my parents warn me to pay attention more to my study, football is just for hobby.

Which is incorrect based on the text above!

a)

the writer practised fottball with the coach and teammates

b)

The team also had many fans

c)

The coach was not disciplined

d)

The writer was warnned by his parents to study rather than to play football

56.

My Football Experience

When I was in junior high school, I really loved football. Every saturday afternoon i practised in school field with my team and my coach. They were strong and smart players. My coach, Mr. Sentana was i kind person. but while he was coaching us, he was very discipline.he would grounded anyone who came late and not obeyed the team's rules. Under Mr. Sentana, our team won many tournaments in many big cities. Our team named as '67 team' (from smp 67) and we had many fans too, you know. ohh , that was so cool. Now , I still love football and have a team too. But, my parents warn me to pay attention more to my study, football is just for hobby.

The purpose of personal recount is .....

a)

to retell experiences and to entertain readers

b)

to solve the problem

c)

to create the problem

d)

to argue the problem

57.

My Football Experience

When I was in junior high school, I really loved football. Every saturday afternoon i practised in school field with my team and my coach. They were strong and smart players. My coach, Mr. Sentana was i kind person. but while he was coaching us, he was very discipline.he would grounded anyone who came late and not obeyed the team's rules. Under Mr. Sentana, our team won many tournaments in many big cities. Our team named as '67 team' (from smp 67) and we had many fans too, you know. ohh , that was so cool. Now , I still love football and have a team too. But, my parents warn me to pay attention more to my study, football is just for hobby.

These are the language features that usually appear in personal recount, except .....

a)

simple past tense

b)

time connectors

c)

first point of viewperson

d)

material process

58.

Yesterday morning Anna, my roommate woke up late and she had to go to campus when she wanted to take her motorcycle, she couldn't move it because there were some motorcycle that blocked up here motorcycle. She tried to move all of the motorcycle so that hers could move from the gerage, but she couldn't do it. She called riana whose motorcycle blocked it up. After that, some friends, who saw that happened, help her. Finally, she could move her motorcycle and rode it to campus.

The best tittle for the text above is.......

a)

broken motorcycle

b)

going to campus

c)

being late

d)

Anna and her motorcycle

59.

Yesterday morning Anna, my roommate woke up late and she had to go to campus when she wanted to take her motorcycle, she couldn't move it because there were some motorcycle that blocked up here motorcycle. She tried to move all of the motorcycle so that hers could move from the gerage, but she couldn't do it. She called riana whose motorcycle blocked it up. After that, some friends, who saw that happened, help her. Finally, she could move her motorcycle and rode it to campus.

Who is Anna?

a)

the writer

b)

the writer's friend

c)

the writer's roommate

d)

the writer's sister

60.

Awan’s First Day to School

Awan remembered his first day he came to school. It was an embarrassing moment.

In the morning, he woke up at 6.00. It was late. Then, he took a bath and brushed his teeth in a rush. He skipped his breakfast because he was afraid of coming late on his first day of school. At 06.30, he ran to school since it was near his house. At 06.45, he was in front of his school, but he saw no one except Pak Dahlan, the school security. After that, Pak Dahlan asked, “What are you doing on this Sunday morning?” Later, Awan realized that he came to school one day earlier.

Finally, he walked home. At home, his parents smiled and asked, “Have you done the morning jogging?”

How long did Awan take from home to school?

a)

Fifteen minutes

b)

Twenty minutes

c)

Twenty five - minutes

d)

Thirty minutes

61.

Awan’s First Day to School

Awan remembered his first day he came to school. It was an embarrassing moment.

In the morning, he woke up at 6.00. It was late. Then, he took a bath and brushed his teeth in a rush. He skipped his breakfast because he was afraid of coming late on his first day of school. At 06.30, he ran to school since it was near his house. At 06.45, he was in front of his school, but he saw no one except Pak Dahlan, the school security. After that, Pak Dahlan asked, “What are you doing on this Sunday morning?” Later, Awan realized that he came to school one day earlier.

Finally, he walked home. At home, his parents smiled and asked, “Have you done the morning jogging?”

Whom did he meet at school?

a)

No one

b)

His parents.

c)

School security

d)

His teacher

62.

Awan’s First Day to School

Awan remembered his first day he came to school. It was an embarrassing moment.

In the morning, he woke up at 6.00. It was late. Then, he took a bath and brushed his teeth in a rush. He skipped his breakfast because he was afraid of coming late on his first day of school. At 06.30, he ran to school since it was near his house. At 06.45, he was in front of his school, but he saw no one except Pak Dahlan, the school security. After that, Pak Dahlan asked, “What are you doing on this Sunday morning?” Later, Awan realized that he came to school one day earlier.

Finally, he walked home. At home, his parents smiled and asked, “Have you done the morning jogging?”

Awan's parents think Awan has jogged because ....

a)

he skipped his breakfast

b)

he ran to his school

c)

he brushed his teeth in a rush

d)

he went to school one day earlier

63.

Awan’s First Day to School

Awan remembered his first day he came to school. It was an embarrassing moment.

In the morning, he woke up at 6.00. It was late. Then, he took a bath and brushed his teeth in a rush. He skipped his breakfast because he was afraid of coming late on his first day of school. At 06.30, he ran to school since it was near his house. At 06.45, he was in front of his school, but he saw no one except Pak Dahlan, the school security. After that, Pak Dahlan asked, “What are you doing on this Sunday morning?” Later, Awan realized that he came to school one day earlier.

Finally, he walked home. At home, his parents smiled and asked, “Have you done the morning jogging?”

Why was it an embarassing moment for Awan?

a)

He forgot to brush his teeth.

b)

He skipped his breakfast.

c)

He ran to school.

d)

He came to school one day earlier -on Sunday.

64.

Awan’s First Day to School

Awan remembered his first day he came to school. It was an embarrassing moment.

In the morning, he woke up at 6.00. It was late. Then, he took a bath and brushed his teeth in a rush. He skipped his breakfast because he was afraid of coming late on his first day of school. At 06.30, he ran to school since it was near his house. At 06.45, he was in front of his school, but he saw no one except Pak Dahlan, the school security. After that, Pak Dahlan asked, “What are you doing on this Sunday morning?” Later, Awan realized that he came to school one day earlier.

Finally, he walked home. At home, his parents smiled and asked, “Have you done the morning jogging?”

What did Awan do after he realized his mistaken?

a)

He walked home

b)

he ran to his school

c)

he brushed his teeth in a rush

d)

he jogged

65.

Read the text carefully, the text is totally talk about?


Last year, I was fifteen years old. I had graduated from middle school and continue my education in senior high school in Yogyakarta. I was born and grew up in Surabaya. Now, I have to live in Yogyakarta with my grandparents.

a)
Author's experience of moving to Yogyakarta for senior high school education
b)
Author's experience of moving to Bandung for vocational school education
c)
Author's experience of moving to Jakarta for elementary school education
d)
Author's experience of moving to Bali for university education
66.

Read the text carefully, the text has a function as .....?


Last year, I was fifteen years old. I had graduated from middle school and continue my education in senior high school in Yogyakarta. I was born and grew up in Surabaya. Now, I have to live in Yogyakarta with my grandparents.

a)

personal recount

b)
historical analysis
c)
scientific research
d)
biography
67.

Read the text carefully, What is the author's reason for moving to Yogyakarta?


Last year, I was fifteen years old. I had graduated from middle school and continue my education in senior high school in Yogyakarta. I was born and grew up in Surabaya. Now, I have to live in Yogyakarta with my grandparents.

a)

To attend university

b)

To live with grandparents

c)

To pursue vocational education

d)

To experience a different culture

68.

Read the text carefully, this part is talk about setting and plot that known as .....


Last year, I was fifteen years old. I had graduated from middle school and continue my education in senior high school in Yogyakarta. I was born and grew up in Surabaya. Now, I have to live in Yogyakarta with my grandparents.

a)

Orientation

b)

events

c)

Re-orientation

d)

conclusion

69.

Read the text carefully, this part is talk about setting and plot that known as .....


Last year, I was fifteen years old. I had graduated from middle school and continue my education in senior high school in Yogyakarta. I was born and grew up in Surabaya. Now, I have to live in Yogyakarta with my grandparents.

Based on the text, where did the author grow up?

a)

Bandung

b)

Surabaya

c)

Jakarta

d)

Bali

70.

Read the text carefully, this part is talk about setting and plot that known as .....


Last year, I was fifteen years old. I had graduated from middle school and continue my education in senior high school in Yogyakarta. I was born and grew up in Surabaya. Now, I have to live in Yogyakarta with my grandparents.

Which part of the text provides information about the author's past?

a)

Orientation

b)

Events

c)

Re-orientation

d)

Conclusion

71.

Re-orientation is signed as number .....

  1. 1. Last year, I was fifteen years old. I had graduated from middle school and continue my education in senior high school in Yogyakarta. I was born and grew up in Surabaya. Now, I have to live in Yogyakarta with my grandparents.


2. I went to Yogyakarta by train, Before I came to the train station, I did not know how to check-in. All procedures were so new to me. Fortunately, a security guard helped me and gave me some directions to check-in. After that I entered to the train and sat on the chair.

I listened to the song and I was Really enjoy when I was in the train. After 5 hours in the train, finally I arrived in Yogyakarta.


3. I would start my new life in Yogyakarta. I was really excited to start my new adventure to the new city.

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

72.

Last year, I was fifteen years old. I had graduated from middle school and continue my education in senior high school in Yogyakarta. I was born and grew up in Surabaya. Now, I have to live in Yogyakarta with my grandparents.

  1. I went to Yogyakarta by train, Before I came to the train station, I did not know how to check-in. All procedures were so new to me. Fortunately, a security guard helped me and gave me some directions to check-in. After that I entered to the train and sat on the chair.

I listened to the song and I was Really enjoy when I was in the train. After 5 hours in the train, finally I arrived in Yogyakarta.

I would start my new life in Yogyakarta. I was really excited to start my new adventure to the new city.

What was the author's mode of transportation to Yogyakarta?

a)

Bus

b)

Car

c)

Train

d)

Plane

73.

Last year, I was fifteen years old. I had graduated from middle school and continue my education in senior high school in Yogyakarta. I was born and grew up in Surabaya. Now, I have to live in Yogyakarta with my grandparents.

  1. I went to Yogyakarta by train, Before I came to the train station, I did not know how to check-in. All procedures were so new to me. Fortunately, a security guard helped me and gave me some directions to check-in. After that I entered to the train and sat on the chair.

I listened to the song and I was Really enjoy when I was in the train. After 5 hours in the train, finally I arrived in Yogyakarta.

I would start my new life in Yogyakarta. I was really excited to start my new adventure to the new city.

What emotion did the author feel when starting a new life in Yogyakarta?

a)

Excited

b)

Sad

c)

Anxious

d)

Angry

74.

Last year, I was fifteen years old. I had graduated from middle school and continue my education in senior high school in Yogyakarta. I was born and grew up in Surabaya. Now, I have to live in Yogyakarta with my grandparents.

  1. I went to Yogyakarta by train, Before I came to the train station, I did not know how to check-in. All procedures were so new to me. Fortunately, a security guard helped me and gave me some directions to check-in. After that I entered to the train and sat on the chair.

I listened to the song and I was Really enjoy when I was in the train. After 5 hours in the train, finally I arrived in Yogyakarta.

I would start my new life in Yogyakarta. I was really excited to start my new adventure to the new city.

What was the author's age when they graduated from middle school?

a)

12

b)

15

c)

18

d)

21

75.

1. He was in hurry to take a bath

2. He ran fast to school

3. Gugun woke up late

4. He realized it was Sunday

5. He didn't see his friends on the way


The correct arrangement for the story above is ...

a)

1 - 2 - 4 - 3 - 5

b)

2 - 1 - 3 - 5 - 4

c)

3 - 1 - 2 - 5 - 4

d)

4 - 3 - 1 - 2 - 5

76.

My Day

I had a terrible day yesterday. First, I woke up an hour late because my alarm clock didn't go off. Then, I was in such a hurry that I burned my hand when I was making breakfast. After breakfast, I got dressed so quickly that I forgot to wear socks.


Next, I ran out of the house trying to get the 9:30 bus, but of course I missed it. I wanted to take a taxi, but I didn't have enough money.


Finally, I walked the three miles to my school only to discover that it was Sunday! I hope I never have a day as the one I had yesterday.


What happened to the writer yesterday?

a)

He has a terrible day.

b)

He gets a terrible day.

c)

He had a terrible day.

d)

He got a terrible day.

77.

Last week, my friend and I rode our bikes to the beach. It was only five kilometers

from our houses. It was quite windy and there was hardly anyone there. It surprised us because there were always many people coming there on the weekends. So, we had the beach on our own. We bought some hot chips, rode our bikes, played in the water and sat

under the trees. We really had a great time.


How did they go to the beach?

a)

by bicycles

b)

by bus

c)

by car

d)

by boat

78.

Last weekend, I visited my pen pal’s house. His Name is Anto. There were many activities I did there. In the morning, Anto and I had breakfast. We had traditional food. I liked it very much.

After breakfast, he took me to the garden behind his house. The garden was very big and beautiful. There is a big bird cage in the garden. There were many kinds of birds in that cage. I spent a long time feeding the birds. I also took pictures with those beautiful birds.

After visiting the bird cage, Anto and I went to the flower garden not far from his house. We took a rest and had lunch under a big tree and watch butterflies flying above colourful flowers. In the afternoon, we swam in the pool in the backyard. It was so fun. I really enjoyed my time with Anto.

What is the last paragraph about?

a)

Anto had butterflies as his pet

b)

The writer’s friend is a good swimmer

c)

There are a lot of flowers in Anto’s house

d)

The writer had a good time with his friend

79.

I _____ my homework, because I was sleepy.

a)

didn't do

b)

didn't

c)

not do

d)

do

80.

Rara: Why did Mrs. Ernis not come 2 days ago?

Yuli: She ....... sick at that time

a)

was

b)

were

c)

is

d)

are

81.

Read the text below and answer the question correctly.

Last weekend, I visited my pen pal’s house. His Name is Anto. There were many activities I did there. In the morning, Anto and I had breakfast. We had traditional food. I liked it very much.

After breakfast, he took me to the garden behind his house. The garden was very big and beautiful. There is a big bird cage in the garden. There were many kinds of birds in that cage. I spent a long time feeding the birds. I also took pictures with those beautiful birds.

After visiting the bird cage, Anto and I went to the flower garden not far from his house. We took a rest and had lunch under a big tree and watch butterflies flying above colourful flowers. In the afternoon, we swam in the pool in the backyard. It was so fun. I really enjoyed my time with Anto.

1.   The text above tells us about …

a)

A holiday at friend's place

b)

A picture of bird

c)

A big bird cage

d)

A big garden

82.

Read the text below and answer the question correctly.

Last weekend, I visited my pen pal’s house. His Name is Anto. There were many activities I did there. In the morning, Anto and I had breakfast. We had traditional food. I liked it very much.

After breakfast, he took me to the garden behind his house. The garden was very big and beautiful. There is a big bird cage in the garden. There were many kinds of birds in that cage. I spent a long time feeding the birds. I also took pictures with those beautiful birds.

After visiting the bird cage, Anto and I went to the flower garden not far from his house. We took a rest and had lunch under a big tree and watch butterflies flying above colourful flowers. In the afternoon, we swam in the pool in the backyard. It was so fun. I really enjoyed my time with Anto.

2.   What is the last paragraph about?

a)

Anto had butterflies as his pet

b)

The writer’s friend is a good swimmer

c)

There are a lot of flowers in Anto’s house

d)

The writer had a good time with his friend

83.

Read the text below and answer the question correctly.

Rina went to a cooking festival in the morning to join the cooking competition. She wanted to cook fried rice. She arrived at eight and directly prepared for the competition. At first, she thought that she has brought everything, but suddenly she relised that she had left the rice in the kitchen at her house. She couldn’t cook fried rice and lost the competition. She felt very disappointed.

3. Why did Rina go to the cooking festival?

a)

To watch her friend competing

b)

To join a cooking competition

c)

To check the rice

d)

To eat fried rice

84.

Read the text below and answer the question correctly.

Rina went to a cooking festival in the morning to join the cooking competition. She wanted to cook fried rice. She arrived at eight and directly prepared for the competition. At first, she thought that she has brought everything, but suddenly she relised that she had left the rice in the kitchen at her house. She couldn’t cook fried rice and lost the competition. She felt very disappointed.

4. What was the first thing Rima did when she arrived at the cooking festival?

a)

Preparing for the competition

b)

Starting the competition

c)

Losing the competition

d)

Leaving the rice

85.

Read the text below and answer the question correctly.

Rina went to a cooking festival in the morning to join the cooking competition. She wanted to cook fried rice. She arrived at eight and directly prepared for the competition. At first, she thought that she has brought everything, but suddenly she relised that she had left the rice in the kitchen at her house. She couldn’t cook fried rice and lost the competition. She felt very disappointed.

5. How did Rina feel?

a)

Cheerful

b)

Excited

c)

Happy

d)

Upset

86.

Read the text below and answer the question correctly.

Rina went to a cooking festival in the morning to join the cooking competition. She wanted to cook fried rice. She arrived at eight and directly prepared for the competition. At first, she thought that she has brought everything, but suddenly she relised that she had left the rice in the kitchen at her house. She couldn’t cook fried rice and lost the competition. She felt very disappointed.

6. What is the purpose of the writer in writing the text?

a)

To persuade the readers to go to cooking festival.

b)

To inform the readers about Rina’s hobby.

c)

To describe past events that happened to Rima

d)

To describe the cooking festival.

87.

Read the text below and answer the question correctly.

On Wednesday, my students and I went to Yogyakarta. We stayed at Dirgahayu Hotel which is not far from Malioboro.

On Thursday, we visited the temples in Prambanan. There are three big temples, the Brahmana, Syiwa and Wisnu temples. They are really amazing. We visited only Brahmana and Syiwa temples, because Wisnu temple is being renovated.

On Friday morning we went to Yogya Kraton. We spent about two hours there. We were lucky because we were led by a smart and friendly guide. Then we continued our journey to Borobudur. We arrived there at four p.m. At 5 p.m. we heard the announcement that Borobudur gate would be closed. In the evening we left for Jakarta by wisata bus.

7. The text about mainly discusses about …

a)

the writer’s trip to Yogyakarta

b)

the writer’s first visit to Prambanan

c)

the writer’s impression about the guide

d)

the writer’s experience at Yogya Kraton

88.

Read the text below and answer the question correctly.

On Wednesday, my students and I went to Yogyakarta. We stayed at Dirgahayu Hotel which is not far from Malioboro.

On Thursday, we visited the temples in Prambanan. There are three big temples, the Brahmana, Syiwa and Wisnu temples. They are really amazing. We visited only Brahmana and Syiwa temples, because Wisnu temple is being renovated.

On Friday morning we went to Yogya Kraton. We spent about two hours there. We were lucky because we were led by a smart and friendly guide. Then we continued our journey to Borobudur. We arrived there at four p.m. At 5 p.m. we heard the announcement that Borobudur gate would be closed. In the evening we left for Jakarta by wisata bus.

8. The text is written in the form of a …

a)

recount

b)

narrative

c)

report

d)

descriptive

89.

Arrange the jumble words into the correct sentence.

10. I and my family – for picnic – to Kaliurang – went – last month

        1                           2                   3                4              5

a)

1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5

b)

1 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 2

c)

1 – 5 – 2 – 4 – 3

d)

1 – 4 – 3 – 2 – 5

90.

"Last weekend, my family and I went to the beach. We left early in the morning and arrived just in time to see the sunrise. We spent the day swimming, building sandcastles, and playing beach volleyball. It was a fantastic day."

  • What is the main idea of the text?

a)
  • a. A day at the beach

b)
  • b. Shopping at the mall

c)
  • c. Visiting grandparents

d)
  • d. Celebrating a birthday

91.

"Last weekend, my family and I went to the beach. We left early in the morning and arrived just in time to see the sunrise. We spent the day swimming, building sandcastles, and playing beach volleyball. It was a fantastic day."

Why was it a fantastic day?

a)
  • a. Because they won a competition

b)
  • b. Because they had fun activities

c)
  • c. Because it was a holiday

d)
  • d. Because they bought many things

92.

"Two weeks ago, I attended my cousin's wedding. It was a beautiful ceremony held in a garden. There were flowers everywhere, and the weather was perfect. After the ceremony, we enjoyed a delicious dinner and danced all night."

Where was the wedding held?

a)
  • a. In a church

b)
  • b. At the beach

c)
  • c. In a garden

d)

d. In a hall

93.

"Two weeks ago, I attended my cousin's wedding. It was a beautiful ceremony held in a garden. There were flowers everywhere, and the weather was perfect. After the ceremony, we enjoyed a delicious dinner and danced all night."

What did the guests do after the ceremony?

a)
  • a. Went home

b)
  • b. Took a walk

c)
  • c. Watched a movie

d)

d. Enjoyed dinner and danced

94.
  • "Two weeks ago, I attended my cousin's wedding. It was a beautiful ceremony held in a garden. There were flowers everywhere, and the weather was perfect. After the ceremony, we enjoyed a delicious dinner and danced all night."

  • How did the writer feel about the wedding?

a)
  • a. It was boring

b)
  • b. It was a beautiful ceremony

c)

c. It was too long

d)
  • d. It was too crowded

95.

"Two weeks ago, I attended my cousin's wedding. It was a beautiful ceremony held in a garden. There were flowers everywhere, and the weather was perfect. After the ceremony, we enjoyed a delicious dinner and danced all night."

If you were at the wedding, what would you have enjoyed the most and why?

a)
  • a. The ceremony, because it sounds beautiful

b)
  • b. The weather, because it is very cold

c)
  • c. The classic dancing, because it's fun

d)
  • d. The flowers, because they make the place beautiful

96.

"During the last school holiday, I visited my grandparents in the countryside. I helped them with their farm chores, such as feeding the animals and watering the plants. In the evenings, we sat together and shared stories. It was a peaceful and rewarding experience."

  1. Where did the writer spend their last school holiday?

a)
  • a. At the beach

b)
  • b. In the city

c)
  • c. In the countryside

d)
  • d. In the mountains

97.

"During the last school holiday, I visited my grandparents in the countryside. I helped them with their farm chores, such as feeding the animals and watering the plants. In the evenings, we sat together and shared stories. It was a peaceful and rewarding experience."

What did the writer do in the evenings?

a)
  • a. Watched TV

b)
  • b. Played games

c)
  • c. Sat together and shared stories

d)
  • d. Went to bed early

98.

"During the last school holiday, I visited my grandparents in the countryside. I helped them with their farm chores, such as feeding the animals and watering the plants. In the evenings, we sat together and shared stories. It was a peaceful and rewarding experience."

How did the writer feel about the experience?

a)
  • a. It was boring

b)
  • b. It was peaceful and rewarding

c)
  • c. It was tiring

d)
  • d. It was stressful

99.

"Last Saturday, I went to the amusement park with my friends. We tried almost all the rides, including the roller coaster and the ferris wheel. We also enjoyed some snacks and watched a parade. It was one of the best days ever."

  1. What additional activities did the writer enjoy at the amusement park?

a)
  • a. Watching a movie

b)
  • b. Reading a book

c)
  • c. Enjoying snacks and watching a parade

d)

d. Shopping for souvenirs

100.

"Last Saturday, I went to the amusement park with my friends. We tried almost all the rides, including the roller coaster and the ferris wheel. We also enjoyed some snacks and watched a parade. It was one of the best days ever."

What can you infer about the writer's feelings towards amusement parks?

a)
  • a. The writer dislikes amusement parks

b)
  • b. The writer finds amusement parks boring

c)

c. The writer is afraid of amusement parks

d)

d. The writer enjoys amusement parks