SOAL TRYOUT BAHASA INGGRIS (PAKET 1)

SMK DKI JAKARTA

TAHUN PELAJARAN 2017/2018

A. LISTENING SECTION

In this section of the test you will have the chance to show how well you understand
spoken English. There are four parts to this section with special directions for each part.

PART I. PICTURES. Questions 1 to 3.

Directions: There are three items in this part. For each item, you will see a picture on your test
paper and you will hear four short statements. The statements will be spoken
TWICE. They will not be printed on your test paper, so you must listen carefully to
understand what the speakers say. When you hear the four statements, look at the
picture on your test paper and choose the statement that best describes what you
see in the picture. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and
mark your answer.

Look at the sample below. Now listen to the four statements:

Sample Answer:

A B C D

Statement (D), “The children are participating in the lesson”, best

describes what you see in the picture. Therefore, you should
choose answer (D).

Now let’s begin with the picture marked number one (1) on your test paper.
1. 2.

3.
PART II. QUESTIONS – RESPONSES. Questions 4 to 7.
Directions: There are four items in this part of the test. For each item, you will hear a question or
statement spoken in English followed by four responses, also spoken in English.
They will be spoken TWICE. They will not be printed on your test paper, so you must
listen carefully to understand what the speakers say. You are to choose the best
response to each question or statement and mark it on your answer sheet.

Now listen to a sample question.

You will hear : Sample Answer:
You will also hear : D
A B C

The best response to the question, “When should I call back?” is choice (C), “Anytime after lunch
is fine.” Therefore you should choose answer (C).

Now let’s begin with question number four (4) on your test paper.

4. Mark your answer on your answer sheet 6. Mark your answer on your answer sheet
5. Mark your answer on your answer sheet 7. Mark your answer on your answer sheet

PART III. SHORT CONVERSATIONS. Questions 8 to 11.

Directions: There are four items in this part of the test. For each item you will hear a short
conversation between two people. You will hear the conversations TWICE. They will
not be printed on your test paper, so you must listen carefully to understand what the
speakers say. On your test paper, you will read a question about each conversation.
The question will be followed by four answers. You are to choose the best answer to
each question and mark it on your answer sheet.

Now, let’s begin with question number eight (8) on your test paper.

8. What are the speakers talking about? 10. Where is the conversation most likely
A. Commuting to work. taking place?
B. Travelling on holiday. A. In an office
C. Transportation costs. B. At a university
D. Waiting and walking. C. At a conference
D. In an airplanes

9. What are the speakers mainly discussing? 11. What will the woman probably do next?
A. Where to buy a television A. Bring something back.
B. The price of electronics B. Answer the phone.
C. Different TV brands C. Hand the purse.
D. The cost of MP-4s D. Order lunch.

PART IV. SHORT TALKS. Questions 12 to 15.

Directions: In this part of the test you will hear two short talks. Each will be spoken TWICE. They
will not be printed on your test paper, so you must listen carefully to understand and
remember what is said. On your test paper, you will read two or more questions
about each short talk. Each question will be followed by four answers. You have to
choose the best answer to each question and mark it on your answer sheet.
Now let’s begin with the following short talk.

12. Who is probably delivering the 14. What is the talk about?
announcement? A. How to take pictures with a digital
A. An elementary student camera.
B. A student's parent B. How to use camera on your
C. A vice principle smartphones.
D. A bus driver
C. How to handle your camera after using
it.
D. How to know a good camera brand.

13. What should riders of the special- 15. If the camera is already on, what should you
activity bus do? do?
A. Call their parents
A. Find an object.
B. Go to the east parking lot
B. Leave it anyway.
C. Sign out in the main office
C. Press the shutter.
D. Meet the bus driver directly
D. Control the zoom.

B. READING SECTION

In this part of the test you will have the chance to show how well you understand written
English. There are four parts to this section, with special directions for each part.

PART V. Directions: From questions 16 – 24, four clauses/sentences, marked (A), (B), (C), or
(D), are given beneath each incomplete dialog. Choose the one
clause/sentence that best completes the dialog. Then, on your answer
sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer.

16. Kiki: Do you think that on job training program is necessary for vocational students?
Athira: … because this program will give the students a chance to apply their knowledge into
real practice.
A. No, I am not on your side
B. I think I am not at the same line
C. No, they just need to study at school
D. Sure, it will give them some experiences

17. Andre : Bagas and I are going to see a movie tonight? Do you want to come with us?
Chandra : I don’t think I can. ..., so I can have a day off tomorrow.
A. I should go with you
B. I don’t like to go out tonight
C. I have to work overtime today
D. I need to buy some movie CDs
18. Aditya : Can you tell me the activities you do every day?
Brian : I always get up at five o’clock. I take a bath and after that, I have breakfast and
…. My class starts at 6.30 a.m.
Aditya : How far is it from your house?
Brian : Well, about 20 minutes by motorcycle.
A. take a nap
B. go to school
C. prepare the meal
D. wash my clothes

19. Tina : Good afternoon, Sir. …

Bob : Could you give me some details about your package tours?
Tina : Certainly. Would you like to see our brochures? Here they are.
A. Would you help me?
B. What can I do for you?
C. When can I visit your office?
D. Would you like to book a ticket?

20. Jessica : Hi Bill, …

Bill : Couldn’t be better. How’s it going Jess?
Jessica : I do really sorry Bill; I am late to pick you up.
I have something to do with my classmates.
A. how have you been?
B. have you got the news?
C. have we ever met before?
D. how long have you moved?

21. Harry : Hi Kim. Do you know about our new semester’s subject? Who is the lecture?
Kim : On Monday we’ll get Accounting and Finance. We will be taught by Mr.
Hutchinson who is the grumpiest lecture in this college and if he gives us
assignments, …. Otherwise, he won’t let us join his class.
A. it won’t be score for the whole semester
B. it will be assisted by his favorite student
C. it has to be discussed in the small groups
D. it must be turned in two days before the class

22. Barbara : Where shall we go for our vacation this year, Ted?
Ted : How about Florida? It's cheap, and good weather is guaranteed.
Barbara : …. Have you seen this ad for adventure holidays in Canada?
A. I’d rather listen to some music in my room
B. I'd rather do something more exciting this year
C. I prefer staying at home doing nothing to going out
D. I would prefer buying some new clothes to travelling
23. Ardi : It’s hot here. Isn’t it?
Banu : Yes, it is. I think it will help if we open a window.
Ardi : That’s right. …, please?
Banu : Yes, certainly.
A. Will you do it
B. Can you wash it
C. Can you paint it
D. Will you close it

24. Sandi : So, how was your vacation?

Sifra : Oh! … I’ve ever had in my life. I like it very much.
Sandi : Wow! Where did you go?
Sifra : We went to the Bahamas. It’s such an amazing place.
A. This was the best trip
B. This is the worst dream
C. This was a terrible vacation
D. This is the happiest moment

PART VI. Directions: Questions 25 – 36 are based on short dialogs of certain situation, such as
invitation, daily activity, opinion, etc. Choose the one best answer, (A), (B),
(C), or (D), to each question. Answer all the questions following each short
dialog on the basis of what is stated or implied in the dialog. Then, on your
answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer.

Questions 25 - 27 are based on the following short dialog.

Tharith : So, what are you going to do after graduation, Cheng?

Cheng : Well, I’ve saved some money, and I think I really like to travel.
Tharith : Lucky you. That sounds exciting!
Cheng : Yeah. Then I plan to get a job and my own apartment.
Tharith : Oh, you’re not going to live at home?
Cheng : No, I don’t want to live with my parents when I start to work.
What about you?
Tharith : I’m going to get a job and live at home. I’m broke.

25. What is the topic mainly about?

A. Losing a job.
B. Renting a house.
C. Saving some money.
D. Planning after school.

26. What will Cheng probably do after getting a job?

A. Staying at home.
B. Renting a house.
C. Continuing his study.
D. Travelling with some friends.
27. “I’m going to get a job and live at home. I’m broke.”
The underlined word could be best replaced with ….
A. rich
B. annoying
C. penniless
D. ridiculous

Questions 28 – 30 are based on the following short dialog.

Idhay : Wien, do you have plans for the weekend?

Wien : I have nothing definite planned. Why?
Idhay : Saturday is Mary's birthday party. Would you like to join with us?
Wien : Sure, I could come to her party. Where are you going to have it?
Idhay : It's going to be a pool party at Jay's apartment building.
Wien : That sounds like fun. Is it a potluck?
Idhay : Yes, we would like for people to help us by bringing side dishes and drinks.

28. What is the dialog mainly about?

A. A new apartment building
B. A large swimming pool
C. A various side dishes
D. A party invitation

29. What will each of them do before going to the party?

A. Prepare certain food to take with them.
B. Buy a new swimsuit for the party.
C. Decorate the apartment room.
D. Blow some colorful balloons.

30. “… by bringing side dishes and drinks.” What is the synonym of the underlined word?
A. meals
B. container
C. tableware
D. ingredients

Questions 31 – 33 are based on the following short dialog.

Candy : Hi. I'm Candy.

Millen : My name is Milleni. It's nice to meet you. Have you been here long in this
dormitory?
Candy : I got here about an hour ago. Do you want me to show you around?
Millen : I'm glad there is a TV in the break room. I always watch TV before getting to
sleep.
Candy : Me too. So I brought one. I haven't unpacked it yet, but it's a little TV that works
and I also brought a refrigerator. I like to store some snacks in there because I rarely cook.
Feel free to use it.
Millen : That would be perfect. I think we're going to have a great time. Do you sleep
pretty late, or are you a morning person?
Candy : I have never been either. I'm very flexible with sleeping times. Anyways, I'm a
deep sleeper.
Millen : That’s good to know. So, I think it would be OK if I play some music before
sleeping.
31. What are they discussing?
A. Their daily activities.
B. Millen’s sleeping habit.
C. Things to know each other.
D. Some facilities at the dormitory.

32. What does Millen usually do at night?

A. Sleeps late.
B. Watches TV.
C. Gets some snacks.
D. Cooks some food.

33. “Anyways, I'm a deep sleeper ...” (line 10)

What does the underlined phrase mean?
A. Some noise won’t bother while she’s sleeping.
B. She can sleep if only the room is dark enough.
C. It is very easy for her to sleep anywhere and anytime.
D. Whenever she listens to some music, she will fall asleep.

Questions 34 – 36 are based on the following short dialog.

Haris : You’d better work faster.

Adit : Why is it so?
Haris : All of the workers are being videotaped now.
Adit : I don’t like to be videotaped while I work. I feel annoyed.
Haris : This factory is being evaluated now.
Adit : Evaluated? I hope they don’t close it. I don’t want to lose this job.
Haris : We won’t lose our job if we work effectively. So, please finish your work today.

34. What does Haris intent to do?

A. Finish the work as soon as possible.
B. Evaluate Adit’s performance.
C. Videotape all the workers
D. Tell Adit to work hard.

35. From the text, we can conclude that Adit ....

A. doesn’t like to be evaluated
B. is a wise and responsible worker
C. easily gets displeased and worried
D. feels certain that the factory will be closed

36. “All of the workers are being videotaped now.” (line 3)

The underlined word has the closest meaning with ....
A. watched
B. recorded
C. checked
D. investigated

PART VI. Directions: Questions 37 – 60 are based on a selection of reading materials, such as
notices, letters, forms, articles, advertisements, etc. Choose the one best
answer, (A), (B), (C), or (D), to each question. Answer all the questions
following each reading selection on the basis of what is stated or implied
in the selection. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
question and mark your answer.
Questions 37 – 39 refer to the following text.

It all happened about two months ago. I was in the girls’ changing room belting out my favorite
song when my music teacher walked in. She commented that I had a mellifluous voice but I
did not think much about it. The next thing I knew, she had signed me up for the Teachers’
Day Singing Contest. When I first learnt about it, I was flabbergasted and protested
immediately.

On the big day, my heart skipped a beat when I heard my name being called. Biting my lip
nervously, I strode onto the stage gingerly, my hands clammy from perspiration. “God, please
help me!” I prayed desperately. However, when I saw the countless pairs of eyes staring at
me, the rubber band of stress in me snapped.

I had always been an awfully shy person who disliked any form of attention. I hardly spoke up
in class or participated in group activities. Thus, it was not surprising that my history teacher of
two years did not even know my name. Being in the limelight stressed me out, so asking me to
perform on stage in front of the whole school was as good as telling me to jump off a plane
without a parachute.

Standing on the stage, I looked at the audience with mute horror. The music had started
playing but I could not utter a single word. An irrational fear overwhelmed me, causing my
heart to palpitate so fast that it might just leap out from my mouth. I had never felt more
nervous and embarrassed in my life before. How I wished the ground would open up and
swallow me.

I took a deep breath and asked the judges if I could start again. Perhaps out of pity, they
agreed readily. The familiar music played once more. Shutting my eyes, I blocked out all
negative thoughts in my mind and sang my heart out. To my surprise, the audience were so
blown away that they gave me a rapturous ovation. Happiness bubbled up inside me as I
walked off the stage. Although I could not see my own face, I knew I was glowing in delight.

37. Who wrote the story?

A. A timid student
B. A talented singer
C. A music teacher
D. A singing judge

38. What happened when she was on the stage for the first time while the music had begun?
A. Her voice didn’t come out.
B. She felt totally embarrassed.
C. The audience were all amazed.
D. She was frightened to look at the audience.

39. “Perhaps out of pity, they agreed readily.” (paragraph 5)

The underlined word refers to ....
A. The audiences
B. The teachers
C. The judges
D. The songs
Questions 40 – 42 refer to the following information. (factual report: plants, animals, etc.)

Conference calls have become one of the most preferred means of communication for
businesses, especially to keep in touch with clients, investors, colleagues and other
stakeholders who might be spread across different parts of the world. Conferencing
services are not just for businesses but also for ordinary individuals who may want to
connect with a group of friends or family members.

Conference call service providers host something called a conference bridge, which is
a server that can connect multiple telephone lines at the same time. It is the bridge that
callers dial into to get connected to the teleconference. All you need is an ordinary
telephone line to start telephone conferencing with any number of people located
anywhere in the world. Most teleconferencing service providers have the technology to
allow up to 99 participants on a single call. If you need a larger event, that is also
possible with assistance from the service provider.

The main advantage is that you can cut down on the travel expense and time to a
considerable extent. A voice conference can also be recorded and played back at a
later date. There are also facilities such as participant polling and surveys through the
call. Conference calling helps save time, money as well as reduce the greenhouse gas
emissions due to air and auto travel. Modern technology also allows high level of data
security for the calls.

40. What is the purpose of the text above?

A. Tell the advantage of taking conference call.
B. Inform the readers about conference call.
C. Suggest readers to take conference call.
D. Let readers know how the calls work.

41. From the text, we know one of advantages of taking call conference is that ....
A. it can be done anywhere and anytime you want
B. it helps to communicate with local people abroad
C. it can occupy more than hundreds participants on a single call
D. it can be used for some government elections to do the polling

42. “... is that you can cut down on the travel expense and time to a considerable extent.”
(paragraph 4)
The underlined phrase has the closest meaning with ....
A. maximize
B. remove
C. reduce
D. stop
Questions 43 – 45 refer to the following information. (procedure: manuals)

Grab is a smartphone-based transport-booking platform that started in Malaysia as MyTeksi to

revamp the taxi and transport industry. Today, Grab is present in six countries across the
region. And countless people nowadays are using the services every day. Whether it’s taxis,
cars, bikes or other vehicles, all the rides are fairly priced. So there’s one for everyone’s need.
Anywhere Anytime From going to work in the morning, to heading home after a night of
partying, we plan to be there for all of you.
How to get started:
With Grab, you have the freedom to go anywhere. After you download the application on your
phone, follow the instructions below:
1. Book in Just 2 Taps
Key in your pick-up and drop-off locations to get your estimated fare.
2. Get a Driver
Grab will find you the nearest available driver. It can also track your driver. You are able
to know your driver’s location and ETA in real-time.
3. Arrive Safely
Share your ride with loved ones for added safety.

43. Who might find this information more useful?

A. A taxi driver
B. A passenger
C. A motorcyclist
D. A transportation company

44. What should we do first when we want to order this service?

A. Type your pick-up and drop-off points.
B. Share your ride for added safety.
C. Launch the application.
D. Get the nearest driver.

45. “It can also track your driver.” (Instruction 2)

The underlined word refers to ....
A. phone
B. driver
C. Grab
D. fare
Questions 46 – 48 refer to the following text.

21 June 2017

Mr. John Curtis

Manager
Mitchell Hill PLC
London

Dear Mr. Curtis,

I am writing to you on the recommendation of David McLean, Assistant Manager in your

Securities Department. He told me that you often employ people from other countries on one-
year temporary contracts, and I am writing to enquire about the possibility of such a post.

I am at present employed by the International Bank in Hanover, in their Securities Department.

I have worked here since 2010, when I graduated from the University of Munich with a degree
in Economics. In my current position as Assistant to Wolfgang Luers, Director of the Securities
Department, I deal with a wide range of investments from companies throughout Europe,
buying shares and bonds from them on a worldwide basis. As well as speaking fluent English,
I also have a good working knowledge of French.

I would like to spend a year in the UK to gain further experience in securities investment with a
British bank, and believe that my experience, training, and language skills would prove useful
to your organizations. My employer encourages all its staff to spend a year abroad and Mr.
Luers would be willing to give you a reference.

I would be grateful if you could send me an application form and further information about the
posts currently available. If you need any further information, I can be contacted by email on
[email protected] or telephone on 49 511 506941x155.

Yours sincerely

Marcus Bauer

46. What is the text mainly about?

A. Applying for a job vacancy
B. Requesting for extending a contract
C. Employing people from other countries
D. Recommending someone to be a manager

47. What will Mr. Curtis probably do to Bauer?

A. Call him for some details
B. Send him a new application
C. Invite him for posting the jobs
D. Remind him of email availability

48. “In my current position as …” (paragraph 2)

The underlined is closest in meaning to ….
A. important
B. present
C. earlier
D. past
Questions 49 – 51 refer to the following text.

Built in 1904, Lawang Sewu is an ancient building which is famous for its exotic design as
well as its mystical tales. This Dutch colonial building is quite eye-catching that you can
easily spot in the east side of the Tugu Muda Monument Semarang, right in the middle of
this rich historical city. The name of Lawang Sewu in Javanese means “thousand of doors”,
but don’t take it literally. Although it doesn’t even have nearly one thousand, but this
peculiar designated building has a lot of doors and many large windows which made local
people back then mistaken them as doors.

From its luxurious architectural style to historical value, Lawang Sewu has many stories to
tell. It was first established by Dutch to be used as the head office of railway company,
Nederlandsch Indische Spoorweg Maatschappij (NIS). But in 1942, this building was taken
over by Japanese and turned into prison and torment place where many people died
terribly. Due to its tragic history, no wonder the name of Lawang Sewu is always
associated to the spooky haunted mansion among local people. Rumor has it that there
are many ghosts sighting in this place.

Regardless its notorious spine-tingling stories that are circulated, many people like to go
there to take pictures because of its resemblance to European building style which is
considered to be unique in Indonesia. Semarang government also play role in making
Lawang Sewu become one of the most popular colonial nostalgia tourism. They have done
their work very well by doing renovation without making any significant changes to its
original architecture version.

49. After reading the text, the readers are expected to ….

A. learn how to design a unique building
B. be closely associated to Lawang Sewu
C. be more interested in visiting the object
D. consider making some changes to the site

50. What can be said about Lawang Sewu?

A. It was used by the Japanese as the head office of railway company.
B. The local government significantly changed it with a new design.
C. It really consists of one thousand doors in the whole building.
D. Many people still come there in spite of its bad stories.

51. “… because of its resemblance to …” (last paragraph)

The underlined word could be best replaced with ….
A. difference
B. similarity
C. variety
D. design
Questions 52 – 54 refer to the following text.

Craig Douglas Bellamy (born 13 July 1979) is a Welsh former footballer who played
as a forward. He is currently a pundit for Sky Sports.
Born in Cardiff, Bellamy began his career with Norwich City. He went on to play
for Coventry City and Newcastle United, before spending half a season on loan
at Celtic in 2005. He returned to the Premier League later that year, playing for
Blackburn Rovers, Liverpool, West Ham United and Manchester City.
During his career, Bellamy won the Championship, the League Cup, the Scottish
Cup and the Community Shield. He also was a runner-up in the FA
Cup and Champions League. He was at times criticized for his behavior on and off the
pitch, but has accumulated millions of pounds for charity and also established a football
academy in Sierra Leone.
He made his senior debut for Wales in 1998 and over the next fifteen years gained 78
caps for his country and scored 19 goals. He was the Wales captain from 2007 to
2011, when he stepped down from the role due to injuries. Bellamy retired from
international football, following the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. He
was also a member of the Great Britain Olympic team at the 2012 Olympics in London,
appearing five times and scoring once.
Craig Bellamy made a name for himself in British football as a firebrand journeyman,
playing for everyone from Celtic to Liverpool, Newcastle to Manchester City and many
clubs in between. At the height of his career in 2008 he saw an opportunity not to make
profit, but make a difference by establishing the Craig Bellamy Foundation. The
organization works to educate young children in Sierra Leone through soccer to help lift
them out of poverty and give them a pathway to a brighter future.

52. What is the purpose of the text writer?

A. To report the current condition of football championships
B. To notify that being an athlete is the best profession
C. To inform about a successful career of a footballer
D. To advise considering jobs for a brighter future

53. According to the text, Bellamy ….

A. made his first international debut for Norwich city
B. resigned from a club captain because of injuries
C. scored more than 78 goals in nineteen years
D. established a foundation in 1998 in Wales

54. What can be inferred about Bellamy?

A. He is quite a generous person
B. He is really good in teaching sport
C. He is so ambitious in doing business
D. He is paying little attention to the poor
Questions 55 – 57 refer to the following text.

Dear Mr. Okada,

I have pleasure in enclosing an invitation for our annual award ceremony, which will
take place on 14 December. As one of our distinguished ex-students, we wondered if
you would be willing to distribute the awards, and give a short address beforehand on a
subject of your choice.

We would also like to invite you to a formal dinner after the ceremony. This will be held
in the Principal’s Lodgings, at 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.

We would be delighted if you are able to accept our invitation. I look forward to hearing
from you.

Yours sincerely

David Hope
Principal

Enc.

55. According to the text, Mr. Okada is ….

A. a new student
B. a vice principal
C. a retired teacher
D. a school alumnus

56. What will Mr. Okada probably do next?

A. Participate in the event
B. Organize a dinner party
C. Give Mr. Hope an award
D. Invite his friends to come

57. “We would be delighted if you …” (last paragraph)

The synonym of the underlined word is ….
A. very pleased
B. quite upset
C. dismayed
D. unwilling
Questions 58 – 60 refer to the following text.

Dear Bram,

It has been a long time since we exchanged letters. In this letter I am giving you an
exhilarating experience of my camping trip.

I, along with six schoolmates, went camping to Bir in Himachal Pradesh. It was a
seven-day trip. We went to Delhi by train and after a day's stay left for Bir early in the
morning by bus and reached there by evening. We camped out in the woods. The
nights were mostly clear and we enjoyed the beauty of the moon, the stars and the sky,
It was wonderful to see the night sky, as there was not an iota of pollution in the hill
area. We also sat around the campfire and told stories and jokes.

We went for long walks and also went trekking. The natural beauty of this place is really
worth seeing. There are pine trees all around Bir and a small river flows, winding its
way through the valleys and hills. As this place is very calm and quiet, we could very
clearly hear the chirping of birds and movement of the water.

It was really a great time for all of us. I wish you were with us. When you come to
Ahmedabad next time, we shall plan a similar camping trip again. Pay my regards to
your parents.

Yours sincerely,

David

58. Who is Bram?

A. David’s schoolmate
B. David’s pen friend
C. David’s brother
D. David’s sibling

59. What did David enjoy when going camping?

A. He went trekking
B. He exchanged letters
C. He met Bram’s parents
D. He came to Ahmedabad

60. “… an exhilarating experience …” (paragraph 1)

The synonym of the underlined word is ….
A. increasing
B. exciting
C. modern
D. strange