READING COMPREHENSION

Read the following text to answer questions number 16 to 18

A tidal wave can burst upon a beach and smash a tree as if it were a matchstick.
It can start when an earthquake makes the gound shake under the ocean.T he quake makes
the water push up from the ocean floor, and makes waves that can become one huge wall of
rushing water.The water can burst over the land, smashing boats, autmobiles, houses, and
other things and kill people in its way.
Most tidal waves occur in the pacific ocean. Sometimes, the waves are so small that they
cause no damage at all.But people who live along ocean shore have to be prepared for the
worst.They can be saved from dangerous tidal wave if they are warned a head of time.
Most people call the wave a tidal wave , but scientific name for it is tsunami, a Japanese
word that mean storm wave.

16. What does the text tell us about ?

A. An Ocean
B. A Tidal wave
C. An Earthquake
D. A Matchstick

17. “Sometimes, the waves are so small that they cause no damage at all.”(par.3 line 3 )
The underlined word refers to...
A. The waves
B. People
C. The Ocean shores
D. The earthquakes

18. People along the ocean shore have to be prepared for the worst because ...
A. The ocean shores are the most dangerous places
B. Nobody can escape from the killing waves.
C.The tidal waves can occur there any time.
D.People need to be warned a head of time.

The text is for question no.19-21

Dian Anggraeni
Jalan Elang 89
Tangerang Selatan
19837
October, 30th 2018
PO BOX 1393
JKB 11013

To whom it may concern,

I’m applying for the Project Manager position advertised through Jakarta Post. As shown in
the enclosed resume, I have a strong academic background in Chemical Engineer graduated
from Universitas Indonesia on 2007.
My current work as Project Management in various multinational company has given me
firsthand experience in the challenge associated with the development of a successful
Petrochemical Company. In addition, I have excellent managerial and communication
skills both in Bahasa Indonesia as well as English.

This background, combined with over ten years of Ethylene Plant Operation as Project
Management, has given me a unique perspective that would be particularly valuable in
meeting the responsibilities of this position, as described in your position. I am an
independent individual who capable to work under pressure.

I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my qualifications in more
detail and look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you for your time and
consideration.

Sincerely,

19. What is letter written for?

A. to looking for a job
B. to apply for a job
C. to ask a news
D. to know someone condition

20. What is the job position that applicant applied for?

A. Project Manager
B. General Manager
C. Chemical Engineer
D. Academician

21.” I am an independent individual who capable to work under pressure. “

The underlined word has the same meaning to…
A. Irresponsible
B. Awkward
C. Competent
D. Professional

The text is for questions 22 to 24.

Cristiano Ronaldo was born on February 5, 1985, in Funchal, Madeira,
Portugal. Manchester United paid £12 million to sign him in 2003 - a record
fee for a player of his age. In the 2004 FA Cup Final, he scored
Manchester's first three goals and helped them capture the championship. In
2008, he set a franchise record for goals scored. In 2009, Real Madrid paid
a record $131 million for his service.
It was through his dad's work as an equipment manager at a boy's club that
Ronaldo was first introduced to the game of soccer. By the time he was 10
years old, he was already recognized as a phenomenon - a kid who ate, slept
and drank the game. "All he wanted to do as a boy was playing football,"
his godfather, Fernao Sousa, recalled for British reporters, adding, "He
loved the game so much that he'd miss meals or escape out his bedroom
window with a ball when he was supposed to be doing his homework."
By his early teens, Ronaldo's talent and legend had grown considerably.
After a stint with Nacional da liha da Madeira, he signed with Sporting
Portugal in 2001. That same year, at the tender age of 16, Ronaldo turned
heads with a impressing performance against Manchester United, wowing
even his opponents with his footwork and deft skill. He made such an
impression that a number of United players asked their manager to try and
sign the young player. It wasn't long before the club paid Ronaldo's team
more than £12 million for his services - a record fee for a player of his age.

22. What is the text talking about?

A. The carrier of Christiano Ronaldo
B. The family of Christiano Ronaldo
C. The activity of Christiano Ronaldo
D. The Life of Christiano Ronaldo

23. What was Ronaldo action for MU in year 2004?

A.     Signed new contract
B.     Scored goals to Real Madrid
C.     Won FA Cup Championship
D.     Got payment of $131 million for his service

24. We can learn from paragraph 2 that...

A. Ronaldo was a talented football player
B. Ronaldo was a very energetic football player
C. Ronaldo gained his success by his early teens
D. Ronaldo was a legendary young football player
E. Ronaldo became the youngest player in Manchester

Text for question no. 25-27

Masjid Sultan Suriansyah

Masjid Sultan Suriansyah is a historical mosque. Built 300 years ago, this building is
the oldest mosque in South Kalimantan. The mosque is located in the North Kuin Village
of Banjarmasin. It was built in the reign of Sultan Suriansyah known as Pangeran
Samudera. He was the first Banjarnese King who converted into Islam. This mosque was
found on the bank of the Kuin River, near KampungKraton, which was destroyed by the
Dutch colonial.

The construction of Masjid Sultan Suriansyah was unique. The roof is layered. It took
the Banjar's past architecture before Islam came. Different from any other old mosques in
Banjar, the mihrab has its own roof, separated from the main building.  

25. What is mainly discussed in the text?

A. A king reign
B. A palace complex
C. An Islamic location
D. A historical mosque

26. From the text we know that ....

 A. Some construction of the mosque takes the local style
B. Banjar people burned down the mosque
C. There is nothing special from the mosque
D. The Dutch colonial built the mosque

   
27. “ The construction of Masjid Sultan Suriansyah was unique.” The underlined word has
the closest meaning with........
A. Beautiful
B. Nice
C. Special
D. Good

Text for questions no. 28-30

ANNOUNCEMENT

Because of the high demand for electrical power due to extremely cold weather, the city is
facing a serious power shortage. We are asking residents to help us avoid this situation.
Please reduce your power consumption as much as possible. Lower household heat to sixty
degrees. Turn of all unnecessary appliances. Postpone energy-consuming tasks such as
doing the laundry.

28. The announcement is about …..

A. a serious power shortage in the city
B. the high demand for electrical power
C. the extremely cold weather in the city
D. the need to turn off all unnecessary appliances

29.. The announcement is addressed to …..

A. the residents of the city
B. the companies in the city
. C. the rich people in the city
D. the officials that work in the city

30. “Turn of all unnecessary appliances.”

 The synonym of the underlined word is …….

A. Cables
B. Wires
C. Iron
D. Devices

31. Andre : It's hard to learn this new software.

Dodi : Don't say that. It just need practice. If you practice it more, ...
 A. You will understand the program
B. You would be able to create the program
C. You wouldn't use the program anymore
D. You could explain the program to others

32. Andara : What will you do after finishing the study?

Putra : …How about you?

A.   I can’t manage myself

B.   I don’t know what to say
C.   I will work to earn money
D.   My mother works hard for me

33. You and your sister have dinner together in a restaurant .

You :         I think this chicken spicy is so delicious.
Your sister :................ It is too hot for me.

A. I'm sure it is
B. I think so
C. I don't know
D. I don't think so

34. Adhi : I'm very tired of having non- stop walking for an hour. I feel thirsty.
Dhina : ...
Adhi : That's very kind of you.

A. Can you give me a bottle of milk?

B. Would you like to have some cakes?
C. Would you like some mineral water?
D. Do you want to have some cake?

35. Beny : Where did you go on your last holiday?

Yany : ...
Beny : Yeah. It was a great place.

A. I have a great holiday

B. I went to Pindul cave
C. We were very happy there
D. We are going to Maninjau lake.

3 6 . Alice : What does your brother do at the weekend?

Elly : He .… He’s fond of surfing.

A.   Likes to stay at home

B.   Usually goes to the beach
C.   Sometimes visits her lover
D.   Often hangs out with his friends

37. A: Why can’t I find my script files on this laptop?

B: It already gone because the laptop . . . . yesterday.

A. Be fixed
 B. Fixed
C. Was fixed
D. Are fixed

3 8 . Rendy : Hello, _________________ the music down, please? It’s one o’clock and I’m
trying to sleep.
Alex : Oh, sorry. Is that better?
Rendy : Yes, Thanks . Perhaps I can get some sleep now. Good night.
The suitable expression to complete the dialogue is …

A. Can you throw

B. Can you destroy
C. Can you turn
D. Don't make
E. I really hate

39. Daniel : This place is too noisy. I need to find a quiet one to do my work.
Sinta : ... You can also find many references there.

A. You could go to the street over there

B. You shouldn't turn on the radio
C. Why don't you turn on the computer?
D. How about the library?

40. Nita : What are you planning to do with all these sculpture?
Andi : I . . . . . them in cultural
fair next month.
A. To be exhibiting
B.To exhibit
C. Will exhibit
D.Be exhibiting

ESSAY
Read the text carefully to answer the questions below
The following text is for questions number 1 to 3.

How to Install CD-ROM

• Turn off your computer and unplug power cord from power outlet.
• Carefully remove the computer cover.
• Set the Master/Slave jumper on the rear panel of drive.
• (To get best results, we strongly suggest that you connect your device to the
Secondary IDE port as the MASTER device.)
• Connect the IDE cable to the drive.
• Connect the 4-pole power cable to the drive.
• Connect the audio cable (if applicable).
• Carefully slide the drive into the empty bay and mount it. Then replace the
computer cover.
• Plug your computer back to power outlet and then turn the power on.

1. What is the purpose of the text?

2. What should be done first before installing the CD-ROM?
3. “Carefully slide the drive into the empty bay and mount it.”
The word ‘bay’ in the sentence is similar in meaning to ….

The following text is for questions number 4 to 5

Mighty River Short Story Contest

Deadline December 10, 2008
About the contest:
We're searching for the best short story relating in some way to the Mississippi River,
the River Valley, or a sister River: its landscape, people, culture, history, current
events, or future.
Semi-finalists will be chosen by a regional team of published writers. The final
manuscript will be chosen by Susan Swartwout, publisher of Southeast Missouri State
University Press.
Winner receives an award of $500 and publication in Big Muddy: A Journal of the
Mississippi River Valley.
Winner will be announced December 15, 2008.
Mail manuscripts to:
MRSS Contest
Southeast Missouri State University Press MS 2650, One University Plaza Cape
Girardeau, MO 63701

4. What is the announcement about?

5. When will be the end for the participants send their manuscript?

ANSWER OF ESSAY
1. To tell the readers how to install CD-ROM.
2. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cable
3. Compartment
4. Short story contest
5. December 10,2008