WorksheetsPSAS GANJIL B.INDONESIA
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Read the following news excerpt and answer the question. Government Launches “Green the City” Program Jakarta, 20 November 2025 — The Provincial Government of DKI Jakarta launched the “Green the City” program to reduce air pollution. The program targets the planting of 1 million trees across Jakarta by the end of 2026. The Governor of DKI Jakarta stated that the program involves communities, schools, and private companies. In addition, the government will provide free seedlings and training in tree care. What is the main objective of the “Green the City” program according to the news text?
To reduce flooding in Jakarta
To reduce air pollution
To increase regional revenue
To reduce the number of motor vehicles
To expand agricultural land
Read the following text excerpt and answer the question. In the digital era, digital literacy has become a fundamental necessity. Digital literacy is not only about using technological devices, but also about understanding information critically. UNESCO data shows that 60% of Indonesians still struggle to distinguish accurate information from hoaxes. If digital literacy is neglected, people become vulnerable to online fraud and the spread of fake news. Therefore, digital literacy education must be implemented from an early age in schools. Which sentence most appropriately strengthens the author's argument?
Many students are already skilled at using social media.
Digital literacy can enhance a nation's competitiveness in the global era.
The use of gadgets among teenagers is increasing.
Read the following news excerpt: Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 shakes West Sulawesi West Sulawesi was shaken by an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 SR on Monday (11/24) at 03:00 WITA. The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) reported that the epicenter was on land, 10 km northeast of Mamuju. The quake was felt strongly in Mamuju and Majene, causing damage to several buildings. BMKG stated that the earthquake did not have tsunami potential. Which information indicates the accuracy of this news?
An official statement from BMKG
Photos of building damage
Comments from residents
A weather forecast
A public service announcement
Observe the following news excerpt: Nusantara Coffee Festival Held in Bandung Bandung, November 23, 2025 — The Nusantara Coffee Festival officially opened at Lapangan Gasibu, Bandung. The event was attended by 200 coffee business actors from across Indonesia. Visitors could enjoy various types of coffee, join workshops, and watch barista competitions. The festival lasts for three days and is expected to increase the culinary tourism appeal of West Java. The most appropriate sentence to close this news is…
The festival is expected to enhance the culinary tourism appeal of West Java.
The festival will reduce tea consumption in Indonesia.
The festival will move to Jakarta next week.
The festival announces that coffee prices will be lowered nationwide.
Read the following paragraph excerpt: Indonesia is a large country that is actively improving its economy and the welfare of its citizens. To improve the economy, Indonesia is intensifying production activities in all sectors, especially agriculture. The government supports communities that are trying to meet the food needs of more than 270 million Indonesians. These vast food needs are expected to be met by local products. Local products will be supplied by Indonesian farmers who cultivate agricultural land with modern methods and the best technology. The government’s task is to assist farmers in efforts to increase production results during every harvest season. The pattern of development of the paragraph above is
Induction
Deduction
Mixed
No clear pattern
Chronological
Read the following text excerpt: In the digital era, the ability for digital literacy has become a basic need. Digital literacy is not only about using technological devices, but also understanding information critically. UNESCO data shows that 60% of Indonesians still find it difficult to distinguish true information from hoaxes. If digital literacy is ignored, society will be vulnerable to online fraud and the spread of fake news. Therefore, digital literacy education must be implemented from an early age in schools. The sentence that most appropriately strengthens the author’s argument is
Many students are already proficient in using social media.
Digital literacy can increase a nation’s competitiveness in the global era.
If the author's argument is ignored in writing an argumentative text, the most likely impact is…
Society becomes more creative in using technology
The spread of hoaxes becomes increasingly difficult to control
The number of internet users decreases
Formal education becomes irrelevant
Technology stops developing
Consider the following sentence: Tetangga, sanak-famili boleh acuh-tak-acuh, karena takut, namun gereja membukakan pintu untukku. What is the meaning of the term acuh-tak-acuh?
Not caring
Very affectionate
Paying attention
Liking
Liberating
Read the short story excerpt: "…an apology. That you are his good father. That your not coming home is not by your own will…." Which value expressed in this excerpt is most prominent?
Social value
Moral value
Cultural value
Political value
Religious value
Read the short story excerpt: "According to his friends as well, when the Cultural Revolution flooded all of mainland China, he often sat pensively, unable to believe what he witnessed. He heard that throughout that country a human being was being worshiped more than the goddess Kwan Im. One morning he was startled." Which value expressed in this excerpt is most prominent?
Social value
Moral value
Cultural value
Political value
Religious value
Read the short story excerpt: "Gito, a child from Getas Pejaten on the outskirts of Kudus, every day except Sundays and holidays, walks to and from school almost fourteen kilometers to his elementary school on Jalan Daendels. Because there are many routes to his school, Gito can choose whichever path he likes. If necessary, he also goes through small lanes that are farther, just to please himself." Which stage of plot is represented by this excerpt?
Orientation (exposition)
Rising conflict
Climax
Falling action (anticlimax)
Resolution
The point of view used in the short story is…
First person
Second person
Third person
First person as the main character
First person as a supporting character
Observe the following short story excerpt, then answer the question. Ketika Gito tiba di bekas pabrik rokok, sudah banyak orang berkerumun di sana. Semua mayat tentara yang terjebak di pabrik sudah diangkut keluar, dibaringkan di pinggir jalan. Salah satu mayat itu tidak lain dan tidak bukan adalah tukang cukur. The plot stage depicted in the excerpt is…
Orientation
Rising to conflict
Climax
Falling action
Resolution
Observe the following short story excerpt, then answer the question. Ketika Gito tiba di bekas pabrik rokok, sudah banyak orang berkerumun di sana. Semua mayat tentara yang terjebak di pabrik sudah diangkut keluar, dibaringkan di pinggir jalan. Salah satu mayat itu tidak lain dan tidak bukan adalah tukang cukur. The type of setting depicted in the excerpt is…
Place
Time
Atmosphere
Event
Nuance
A value related to customs or traditions that occur in a society, which may not apply in other societies. These customs bind the members of that society and should be respected by people outside the circle of that custom. This description explains the value of…
Political value
Ethical value
Which of the following is not a characteristic of a short story…
Has a single central character
A change of fate occurs to the characters
Reading duration is a single sitting
Word count is less than 10,000 words
The conflict presented is simple
Read the following sentence, then determine the meaning of the bolded word in context. "When the DST troops were again able to calm the situation, the interrogation continued and their rifles escorted innocent bodies one by one toward death." The meaning of interrogation in the sentence above is…
Questioning
Intimidation
Threat
Violence
Power
Which of the following is an extrinsic element of a short story?
Theme
Setting
Author’s point of view
Moral message
Author’s biography
Which of the following is not a factual sentence…
One of the largest rice-producing areas on the island of Java is West Java.
Around 70% of Indonesia’s population consumes rice as a staple food.
Sago is consumed by communities in Papua and parts of Maluku.
Papuan residents seem to pursue education outside their island in large numbers.
Statistics Indonesia (2021) reported 5,787 victims of suicide and suicide attempts.
An opinion sentence is the opposite of a fact and is often also called an opinion. Which of the following is an opinion sentence?
Some Japanese citizens have begun to like purple sweet potatoes as a staple food replacing rice.
FAO warns its member countries to maintain national food availability in each country.
This local food diversification effort is targeted to reduce rice consumption from 94.9 kg per capita per year.
The utilization of sago is carried out by the Papua Regional Research and Development Agency and the Papua Food Security Office.
The government, supported by the public, is working to meet food needs for more than 270 million Indonesians.
The main design arranged in the mind, an idea, or the principal thought of a paragraph is called...
Main idea
Theme
Topic sentence
Title
Conclusion
Observe the following table of five statements labeled as fact or opinion. Which numbers contain the correct statements?
1, 2, 3
3, 4, 5
Read the following statements: 1) It can be proven true because it comes from actual events. 2) It is subjective and usually accompanied by opinions, suggestions, and explanatory descriptions. 3) It contains quantitative data (numbers) and qualitative data (statements). 4) It contains opinions about events that occurred, which may be the thoughts or views of an individual or a group. 5) It is usually marked by the use of words such as maybe, seems, might, should, ought to. Which statement numbers represent facts?
1,2
3,4
4,5
1,5
1,3
Read the following statements: 1) It can be proven true because it comes from actual events. 2) It is subjective and usually accompanied by opinions, suggestions, and explanatory descriptions. 3) It contains quantitative data (numbers) and qualitative data (statements). 4) It contains opinions about events that occurred, which may be the thoughts or views of an individual or a group. 5) It is usually marked by the use of words such as maybe, seems, might, should, ought to. Which statement numbers represent opinions?
1,2
3,4
4,5
1,5
1,3
Which of the following is an example of a contrast conjunction?
Seandainya
Kendati demikian
Akibatnya
Give an example of a cause–effect conjunction.
its cause
then
in line with that
however
afterwards
Observe the following poster showing a hand sprinkling chili onto a can labeled “Keripik Pedas,” with flames around the product. This poster is of the type…
event poster
commercial poster
propaganda poster
political poster
public service poster
Refer to the illustrated concert poster. What type of poster is shown?
Activity poster
Commercial poster
Propaganda poster
Political poster
Public service poster
Which of the following is not a purpose of creating a poster?
Providing information about a topic
Encouraging the public to take an action
Urging the public not to do something
Promoting a product
Containing announcements for a specific group
A poster with an energy-saving theme includes the sentence: "Turn off the light when not in use!" What is the function of this sentence?
Provide information about electricity
Urge readers to take action
Explain how to make a lamp
Criticize electricity usage
Stop all household activities
Which sentence is most appropriate for a poster about the dangers of smoking?
“Smoking makes life happier.”
“Stop smoking, save your lungs!”
“Cigarettes are a true friend.”
“Enjoy cigarettes every day.”
“Cigarettes are not dangerous.”
Why is color choice important in a poster?
Color determines the content of the message.
Color influences the reader’s appeal and emotions.
Color makes the poster longer.
Color reduces the meaning of the message.
Color determines the font size.
If a poster is made for a cleanliness campaign, which visual element is most appropriate?
A photo of scattered trash
A logo of a cleaning company
An image of a person throwing trash in the proper bin
A photo of a government official
Data on national trash quantities
If a vlog wants to go viral, the most effective strategy is…
Use an interesting and relevant title
Avoid interaction with viewers
Use a very long duration
Ignore audio quality
Choose an unpopular topic
Which opening line is most appropriate for an educational vlog?
“Hi friends, let’s talk about how to study effectively at home!”
“Studying is boring; don’t do it.”
“Today we will chat about the weather.”
“Studying at home is pointless.”
“I don’t have any tips for you.”
If the background music is too loud, the main effect is…
The vlog becomes more engaging
Information is difficult to hear
The vlog seems more professional
Viewers become more focused
The vlog becomes more informative
Why is lighting important in a vlog?
So the video duration is longer
So faces and objects are clearly visible
So the sound is louder
So the vlog feels more formal
So the vlog is shorter
The pattern used when writing a news text is...
Adiksimba
Best pyramid
Pyramid
Free
Cone
Read the short story excerpt and identify the element it shows: "I grew into a tree. The people in our village will keep believing it even if they had to debate until their mouths foam. They started believing it since 1947. Now, that tamarind tree has grown big and is getting older." The excerpt indicates...
Time setting
Place setting
Plot
Characterization
Character traits
Based on the short story excerpt in which a friend tells Dina, "Stop dreaming, Din. I believe you can," and Dina smiles as her longing turns into new enthusiasm, what moral value is contained in the story?
Friendship makes someone lazy to study
Support from friends can boost enthusiasm
The library is a boring place
Transferring schools is enjoyable
Books are a source of problems for teenagers
Determine the paragraph development pattern of the following paragraph: "Educational technology enables wider access to learning. Through e‑learning, students in remote areas can follow classes at the same time as students in big cities. This shows that technology can overcome geographical barriers in education."
Deductive
Inductive
Mixed
Descriptive
Narrative
Choose the correct paragraph development pattern: "In this village, every house uses solar panels to obtain energy. As a result, the village has reduced its dependence on electricity from central power plants."
Deductive
Inductive
Mixed
Descriptive
Narrative
Which sentence is a factual statement?
"Smartphones are one of the best inventions of this century."
"Education is the key to a better future."
"Indonesia has more than 17,000 islands."
"Classical music is more calming than pop music."
"Morning exercise is good for health."
Which sentence is an opinion?
"Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia."
"The Earth revolves around the sun."
"This movie is the best of all the films I have ever watched."
"The Amazon River is the longest river in the world."
"Water boils at a temperature of 100 degrees Celsius."
Choose an essential element that must be present in a poster as an argumentative text.
Black and white colors
Large images
Facts and data
Long words
Dense and complex text
A paragraph that begins with a general sentence followed by specific sentences is called a paragraph of which type?
Inductive
Deductive
Mixed
Narrative
Descriptive
What is an advantage of presenting news as a vlog compared to written text?
Easier to access without electronic devices
Can reach older audiences
Allows use of visuals and audio to capture attention
Shorter so it can be read faster
Easier to store in print form
Which of the following is a characteristic of a deductive paragraph?
The main idea is at the end of the paragraph.
The paragraph begins with examples and ends with a conclusion.
The main idea is at the beginning of the paragraph.
The entire paragraph contains facts without opinions.
The paragraph consists of contradictory sentences.
An inductive paragraph is a paragraph that...
Begins with the main idea at the start of the paragraph.
Begins with supporting sentences and ends with the main idea.
Begins with a conclusion.
Begins with the main idea in the middle of the paragraph.
Begins with a question.
Which of the following is a main characteristic of a short story?
Has many subplots/plots.
Word count is more than 20,000 words.
Has a single central conflict.
Uses formal language.
Features many characters.
