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March 08, 2012

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Listening Section

In this section of the test, you will have the chance to show how well you understand spoken English. There are 4 parts to this section, with special directions for each part.

Part I. Pictures

Questions: 1 to 4

Directions:

For each item, there is a picture in your test book and four short statements about it on the tape. These statements will be spoken twice, but are NOT WRITTEN out in your test book, so you must listen carefully. You must choose one statement – (A), (B), (C), or (D) – that best describes the picture. Then, on your answer sheet, mark your choice.
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Example: Look at the picture and listen to the four sentences.
  1. The girl is wearing a T-shirt.
  2. The girl has curly hair.
  3. The girl looks unhappy.
  4. The girl is holding something.
Choice (D) – The girl is holding something – best describes what is seen in the picture. Therefore, you should mark (D) on your answer sheet.

Now let’s begin with picture number 1.

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Part II.

Questions: 5 to 8.

Directions:

In this part of the test, you will hear several questions spoken in English, followed by three responses, also spoken in English. The question and responses will be spoken twice. They will not be printed in your test book, so you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers are saying. You have to choose the best response to each question. Now listen to a sample question. You will hear “Where can I pick up my tickets?” You will also hear:
  1. Thursday morning, if that’s convenient.
  2. At the Overseas Travel Desk.
  3. I think it’s at nine o’clock.
Choice (B) – “At the Overseas Travel Desk” – is the appropriate response to the question “Where can I pick up my tickets?” Therefore you should mark (B) on your answer sheet.

Now let’s begin with question number 5.
  1. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
  2. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
  3. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
  4. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

Part III

Questions: 9 to 12

Directions:

In this part of the test, you will hear several short conversations. You will hear the conversations twice. The conversations will NOT be printed in your test book, so you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers are saying. In your test book, you will read a question about each conversation. The question will be followed by four answers. You have to choose the best answer to each question, and mark it on your answer sheet. Example: You will hear "Are you a student here?" ~ "Yes, Sir." ~ "Where is the English class?" ~ "Next to the laboratory." You will read "Where does the dialogue probably take place?"
  1. At the hospital.
  2. At the station.
  3. At the market.
  4. In a school.
Choice (D) –“In a school” – is the best answer to the question “Where does the dialogue probably take place? “ Therefore, you should mark (D) on your answer sheet.
  1. Who will the man talk to next?
    1. The hotel manager.
    2. A designer.
    3. An accountant.
    4. The personnel manager.
  2. How many times a year does the woman travel to Medan on business?
    1. Quite often
    2. Once
    3. Twice
    4. Three times
  3. What is the man reserving?
    1. A conference site.
    2. A table for breakfast.
    3. A hotel room.
    4. An early-morning taxi.
  4. Why is the man taking a train?
    1. Flying is shorter.
    2. It’s going to rain.
    3. Jakarta is far away.
    4. The train station is in the city.

Part IV

Questions: 13 to 15

Directions:

In this part of the test, you will hear several short talks. You will hear the talks twice. They will NOT be printed in your test book, so you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers are saying. In your test book, you will read a question about each short talk. The question will be followed by four answers. You have to choose the best answer to each question, and mark it on your answer sheet.
  1. What should the user do if the items do not come out clean?
    1. Stack them on the cart.
    2. Wash them by hand.
    3. Put them through the machine again.
    4. Contact customer service.
  2. What happened to nearby office workers?
    1. They were injured.
    2. They were removed.
    3. They were reported.
    4. They were suspected.
  3. Why was Flight 109 delayed?
    1. The flight crew was stuck in traffic.
    2. The plane had mechanical trouble.
    3. The weather was bad.
    4. The connecting flight was cancelled.

March 06, 2012

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Reading Section

I. Short Conversations
Questions 16 to 30; choose the most appropriate answer
  1. Liza: "I’m not feeling very well."
    Danny: "You should see the doctor soon."
    Liza: ".... My dad will take me to the doctor this evening."
    1. Well, I’m not sure.
    2. You’re right.
    3. No, I can’t.
    4. That’s very kind of you.
  2. Ani: "This is Ani speaking. Can I help you?"
    Caller: "Can I speak to Ms. Diah, please?"
    Ani: "Sorry, .... Any messages?"
    1. Just a moment, please.
    2. Call her again later.
    3. She’s out now.
    4. Thank you for calling.
  3. Hanna: "Why didn’t you come to the English class yesterday?"
    Ryan: "...."
    Hanna: "You should have a doctor’s letter for permission."
    1. I was sick.
    2. I'll see the doctor.
    3. I feel sick.
    4. I have been sick.
  4. Sam: "Dyta, would you come to a reunion with our Junior High School friends in Gudang Ngopi Cafe next Sunday."
    Dyta: "Sure, .... What time will it be?"
    Sam: "4 p.m. Make sure you won’t be late."
    1. I had to do something.
    2. I don’t think so.
    3. I have a lot of work to do.
    4. I’d love to.
  5. Shanty: "Danu, .... I need to go to Surabaya to attend my cousin’s wedding party."
    Danu: "Sure. I’m not going anywhere tomorrow but don’t forget to fill up the tank."
    Shanty: "Don’t worry. Thank you very much. I appreciate it."
    1. Would you like to go with me tomorrow?
    2. Will it be possible for me to borrow your car tomorrow?
    3. Do you mind if I go with you tomorrow?
    4. Will you accompany me tomorrow?
  6. Carla: ".... I’ll have a test tomorrow. I’m trying to study now."
    Sisca: "I’m really sorry. I’ll turn it down right away."
    1. Could you turn the music down?
    2. Would you turn the radio up?
    3. I think you’d better study now.
    4. Can you help me?
  7. Dewi: "You look so pale. Are you okay?"
    Marni: "Well, I haven’t had breakfast. There have been so many things to do this morning."
    Dewi: "It’s almost lunch time. Pay more attention to your health. ...."
    1. You have to finish your job now.
    2. You ought to tell your boss to eat.
    3. You should get something to eat.
    4. You’d better find another job
  8. Maya: "Lucky, I need my book for next week’s presentation."
    Lucky: "Oh, I have finished it, but I don’t bring it now. .... Is that OK?"
    Maya: "No problem. See you tomorrow."
    1. I’m still reading it.
    2. I will finish it soon.
    3. I also need it to do my homework.
    4. I’ll give it back at school tomorrow.
  9. Brian: "I’m in a rush. I only have 15 minutes to prepare or I’ll miss the train."
    Wildan: "You should have packed them all yesterday."
    Brian: "I had too many things to do yesterday. If I had had more time, ...."
    1. I would prepare everything earlier.
    2. I would have been ready by now.
    3. I would take you with me.
    4. I would like you to help me.
  10. Dona: "I think we should contribute a minimum of five thousand rupiahs to
    the flood victims."
    Amir: "..... They absolutely need our help."
    Dona: "Great. I’ll tell the others."
    1. I agree with you in principle but don’t you think it’s too much.
    2. I couldn’t agree more.
    3. I think other people will help them.
    4. I’m afraid I don’t agree with you.
  11. Daniel: "How can I get to the nearest ATM?"
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    Man: ".... You will find it easily, in front of a convenient store.."
    Daniel: "OK. Thank you very much."
    1. Just go ahead and turn left.
    2. The bookshop has an ATM machine.
    3. It’s not far from my house.
    4. Sorry, I don’t live here.
  12. Keane: "I always wake up at 4.30 am."
    Saras: ".... I wake up at 5 o’clock in the morning."
    1. I wake up at the same time.
    2. I wake up earlier than you.
    3. It’s a bit too early for me.
    4. You wake up later than me.
  13. Receptionist: "Good morning. Can I help you, sir?"
    Gandi: ....
    Receptionist: "I’m really sorry but all rooms have already been reserved."
    1. I want to reserve a single room for tonight.
    2. Would you like to book a room?
    3. I need your help.
    4. Shall we reserve a room for tonight?
  14. Dea: "Risya told me that her refrigerator is broken." Rinda: ".... He is a mechanic."
    1. She should search for a repairman.
    2. Her father might be able to repair it.
    3. Oh, poor her. She must be very sad.
    4. She could fix it herself.
  15. Teacher: "We will have a long holiday next week. What are you planning to do?"
    Beni: ".... I’m so excited."
    Salsa: "I will go to Jakarta visiting my sister. It’s going to be a lot of fun."
    1. I went to Jogjakarta with my family.
    2. I attend a summer camp in Batu.
    3. I have gone to Bali by bus.
    4. I am going to visit Jatim Park 2.
Questions 31 to 32 refer to the conversation below.
Silvia: "Look at these two shirts. Which one do you think suits me better?"
Gerard: "I think the blue one will look great on you."
Silvia: "Hmm, I think you’re right. I’ll try it on."
  1. What will Silvia do immediately?
    1. Take the shirts home
    2. Buy another better shirt
    3. Try on the blue shirt
    4. Ask for Gerard's opinion
  2. Where does the dialogue probably take place?
    1. A laundry shop
    2. A grocery store
    3. A shirt manufacturer
    4. A department store
Questions 33 to 34 refer to the conversation below.
Secretary: "Here’s the report that you asked yesterday."
Manager: "Ok, thank you. I need it for today’s meeting."
Secretary: "Is there anything else I could do?"
Manager: "Yes, please tell Mr. Kusuma to submit his report right away."
  1. From the above conversation, we can conclude that ....
    1. They had another meeting yesterday.
    2. They are going to have a meeting soon.
    3. Mr. Kusuma has submitted his report.
    4. The secretary has finished Mr. Kusuma's report.
  2. What might the secretary do after the conversation?
    1. Submit Mr. Kusuma's report.
    2. Arrange the meeting.
    3. Review her manager's report.
    4. Contact Mr. Kusuma
Questions 35 to 37 refer to the conversation below.
Dadang: "Do you plan to go to your hometown this holiday?"
Tya: "Well, I don’t know. Ticket fares are very expensive today."
Dadang: "I would drive if I were you."
Tya: "It's quite tiring, but I'll think about it.
  1. What is the conversation about?
    1. Tya's hometown.
    2. Driving home.
    3. Ticket fares.
    4. Tya's plan.
  2. From the above conversation, we know that ....
    1. Tya hasn't made up her mind about her holiday.
    2. Tya has decided to buy her ticket although it's expensive.
    3. Dadang suggested that Tya drive with him next holiday.
    4. Tya still doesn't know how much ticket fares will cost.
  3. What will Tya do about Dadang's suggestion?
    1. She disagrees with it.
    2. She thinks Dadang should drive.
    3. She will consider it.
    4. She will buy some tickets.
Questions 38 to 40 refer to the conversation below.
Riska: "Why didn’t you come to Dira's party last week?"
Sandy: "Well, I had an accident on my way to the party. A car hit me from behind."
Riska: "Oh. I’m really sorry to hear that. Were you allright?"
Sandy: "I was fine but my motorcycle was badly damaged."
Riska: "Thank God nothing serious happened with you."
Sandy: "Well, if I hadn't been wearing a helmet at that time, things would certainly have been worse."
  1. What is the topic of the above conversation?
    1. Why Sandy didn't come to a party.
    2. An accident on the way from the party.
    3. The plan to attend Dira's party
    4. How Sandy would come to Dira's party.
  2. The dialogue tells us that ....
    1. Riska thought Sandy was not serious about his accident.
    2. Sandy was actually not invited to Dira's party.
    3. The accident happened due to Sandy's carelessness.
    4. Sandy had actually planned to attend Dira's party.
  3. Sandy's sentence "If I hadn't been wearing a helmet at that time, things would certainly have been worse" implies that ....
    1. Sandy admitted he was not wearing a helmet when the accident happened.
    2. Sandy thought he was lucky to wear a helmet when the accident happened.
    3. Sandy said that things always got worse when he was not wearing a helmet.
    4. Sandy regretted worse things that had happened because of his helmet.
II. Reading Comprehension
Questions 41 - 50 are based on a selection of reading materials. Choose the best answer A, B, C, or D to each question.

Questions 41-43 refer to the following letter

THE WIEMAR’S SHOP

Jl. Mangga 98, Probolinggo. Tel. / Fax: (0335) 423834


December 12, 2011
Mr. Hardian Susetya
Bamboo Art and Handycraft
Jl. Adi Sutjipto 23
Yogyakarta

Dear Sir,

We are interested in becoming a distributor for your products. Would you please send your latest catalogues and brochures?

We have a handycraft shop and would like to add your products into our sales offerings. Our annual report is enclosed.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely yours,
Sahnaz Herawati
Director
  1. What does the Wiemar’s Shop sell?
    1. Handycraft products
    2. Bamboo products
    3. Grocery
    4. Electronics
  2. What does Sahnaz ask Mr. Hardian to do?
    1. To be the distributor for the products.
    2. Send the latest catalogues and brochures.
    3. Add products into the sales offerings.
    4. Enclose the annual report.
  3. “... would like to add your products into...”
    What does the underlined word refer to?
    1. The Wiemar’s Shop
    2. Sahnaz Herawati
    3. Director
    4. Mr. Hardian Susetya
Questions 44-46 refer to the following text.

How to Make Meatballs


What you need for the ingredients
  • 1 kilo of very fine minced meat (preferably beef)
  • 2 eggs
  • 300 grams of tapioca-flour
  • 4-8 cloves of garlic
  • 1 red onion
  • 1 teaspoon of white pepper
  • 2 teaspoons of salt
The steps to make meatballs
These steps are instruction on how to make meatballs, just meatball, the soup is made separately.
  • First of all,mix garlic, red onion, salt, and white pepper in a mortar or mixer.
  • Second step, mix the spice-mixture with the eggs, the tapioca-flour and the minced meat.
  • After that, use your fingers, add a cup of water, and keep on working until the mixture feels soft and smooth.
  • Then, boil some water in a rather large pot, at least about 2 liters.
  • Next step, start rolling the mixture into small meatballs.
  • Finally, lower the meatballs into the boiling water. When they float up to the surface the meatball are ready to serve.
  1. Which of the statement is true according to the text?
    1. Mix all the ingredients at once in a mixer.
    2. Soften the mixture before rolling it into small meatballs.
    3. Add boiled water after mixing all the ingredients.
    4. Serve the meatball after you make it into small size.
  2. These words have the closest meaning to “minced”, EXCEPT...
    1. Torn
    2. Chopped
    3. Cut
    4. Sliced
  3. “When they float up to the surface ....”
    The underlined word refers to ....
    1. Mixture
    2. Water
    3. Meatballs
    4. Ingredients
Questions 47-48 refer to the following text.
Adele Laurie Blue Adkins was born in Tottenham, England in 1988. She started singing when she was only four. She moved to several cities during her childhood, including Brighton at the age of nine, Brixton at the age of eleven, and finally West Norwood which is the subject of her first single “Hometown Glory”.
She went to BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology and graduated in 2006. It was the beginning of her career. She made her rule in 2008 after releasing her single “Chasing Pavements”.She received many awards and even got a signed deal with Columbia Records and XL Recordings to break into the US.
  1. What is the text about?
    1. The award nomination of the best singer in British.
    2. The successful story of a British singer.
    3. The steps to get an International contract deal.
    4. The happiness of a British singer.
  2. Where did she get the inspiration for her first record?
    1. Tottenham
    2. Brighton
    3. Brixton
    4. West Norwood
Questions 49-50 refer to the following text.

PT. Rajawali Anugerah Resources

Vacancy: DCCS ADMINISTRATION STAFF

Job Descriptions:
  1. Administration and support services.
  2. Handle information check request.
  3. Perform database search
  4. Analyze search result.
  5. Communicate and interact with engagement team

Requirements:
  1. University degree min D3, preferably with minimum 5 years working experiences in relevant area.
  2. Fluent in English – speaking and writing.
  3. Good computer skill – familiar with Microsoft office and computer search engine.
  4. Must be analytical, detailed and systematic.
  5. Good communication and interpersonal skill.
  6. Quick learner and interested in back office job.
  7. Diligence, attentive and responsible.
  8. Ability to work independently and manage multiple task assignments.

If you are interested, please send your CV and photo to:
To. rar.database@yahoo.co.id
Cc. recruitment@rar.co.id
with the email subject “DCCS ADM”
  1. What is the text about?
    1. Job description
    2. Curriculum vitae
    3. Aplication letter
    4. Job vacancy
  2. What is not required in the vacancy above?
    1. Experience in administration.
    2. Having good English skill.
    3. Skills in detailed computer system.
    4. Good communication and interpersonal skill.

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Listening Section

In this section of the test, you will have the chance to show how well you understand spoken English. There are 4 parts to this section, with special directions for each part.

Part I. Pictures

Questions: 1 to 3.
Directions:

For each item, there is a picture in your test book and four short statements about it on the tape. These statements will be spoken twice, but are NOT WRITTEN out in your test book, so you must listen carefully. You must choose one statement – (A), (B), (C), or (D) – that best describes the picture. Then, on your answer sheet, mark your choice.
Example: Look at the picture and listen to the four sentences.
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  1. The girl is wearing a T-shirt.
  2. The girl has curly hair.
  3. The girl looks unhappy.
  4. The girl is holding something.
Choice (D) – The girl is holding something – best describes what is seen in the picture. Therefore, you should mark (D) on your answer sheet.
Now let’s begin with picture number 1.
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Part II.

Questions: 5 to 8.
Directions:

In this part of the test, you will hear several questions spoken in English, followed by three responses, also spoken in English. The question and responses will be spoken twice. They will not be printed in your test book, so you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers are saying. You have to choose the best response to each question.
Now listen to a sample question. You will hear “Where can I pick up my tickets?”
You will also hear "(A)Thursday morning, if that’s convenient. (B) At the Overseas Travel Desk. (C) I think it’s at nine o’clock."
Choice (B) – “At the Overseas Travel Desk” – is the appropriate response to the question “Where can I pick up my tickets?” Therefore you should mark (B) on your answer sheet.
Now let’s begin with question number 5.
  1. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
  2. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
  3. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
  4. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

Part III

Questions: 9 to 12
Directions:

In this part of the test, you will hear several short conversations followed by a question. You will hear them twice. The conversations and the questions will NOT be printed in your test book, so you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers are saying. In your test book, you will read four answers to each question. You have to choose the best answer, and mark it on your answer sheet.
Example:
You will hear "Are you a student here?" ~ "Yes, Sir." ~ "Where is the English class?" ~ "Next to the laboratory."
Question "Where does the dialogue probably take place?
You will read:
  1. At the hospital.
  2. At the station.
  3. At the market.
  4. In a school.
Choice (D) –“In a school” – is the best answer to the question “Where does the dialogue probably take place? “ Therefore, you should mark (D) on your answer sheet.
  1. A. She’s going to work on Sunday morning
    B. She’s going to stop working.
    C. She’s going to work late.
    D. She’s going to know about the deadline.
  2. A. She gets a better job.
    B. It’s very interesting.
    C. She will quit in a few months.
    D. She doesn’t like it very much.
  3. A. A hotel room.
    B. A land in Singapore.
    C. A ticket to Singapore.
    D. Available food.
  4. A. A fitting room
    B. A bigger size.
    C. A return ticket.
    D. A reasonable price.

Part IV

Questions: 13 to 15
Directions:

In this part of the test, you will hear several short talks, each followed by a question. You will hear them twice. They will NOT be printed in your test book, so you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers are saying. In your test book, you will read four answers to each question. You have to choose the best answer, and mark it on your answer sheet.
  1. A. Look through the catalogue.
    B. Fill out the order form.
    C. Give the item number.
    D. Give them the page number.
  2. A. Say hello.
    B. Ask his name.
    C. Have him sign the book.
    D. Call the person he is visiting.
  3. A. Send a resume
    B. Go to the hotel.
    C. Write a letter.
    D. Make a phone call.
This is the end of the listening section.

March 04, 2012

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I. Incomplete Dialogue
Questions 16 to 30: Choose the most appropriate answer to complete each dialogue.
  1. Dio: "My computer was infected by a new virus last week."
    Lia: "Oh. How did it happen?"
    Dio: "I copied some files from my friend’s flash disk before scanning it."
    Lia: "You shouldn’t have been as careless as that. ...."
    Dio: "I know. Thanks for your advice."
    1. You should buy a new flash disk.
    2. You didn’t scan the flash disk.
    3. You should scan flash disks before opening them.
    4. There’s no use in scanning your friend’s flash disk.
  2. Operator: "Good morning. May I help you?"
    Man: "Good morning. May I speak with Mr. Jones, the Personnel Manager?"
    Operator: "...?"
    Man: "This is Tim from the shipping company."
    1. Who do you want to meet, Sir?
    2. May I know who is calling, please?
    3. Who do you want to speak to?
    4. How do I know your name?
  3. Pram: "Do you still remember when we went to the city park in the rain?"
    Tini: "Oh, how would I forget that? ... and we soon got soaking wet walking in the rain."
    1. We brought an umbrella
    2. We would bring an umbrella
    3. We have no umbrella with us
    4. We had no umbrella with us
  4. Yuli: "My younger brother is going to have a birthday party on Saturday afternoon. ...?"
    Lina: "Well, I don’t think I can. I have to go to Jakarta this weekend."
    Yuni: "It’s OK. Never mind."
    1. Would you like to come?
    2. May I ask you about it?
    3. What are you doing on Saturday?
    4. How would you go to Jakarta?
  5. Heru: "I’m going to a party, Dad. …?"
    Father: "I’m sorry. You haven’t got a driver’s license, have you?"
    1. Shall I use your car?
    2. May I use your car?
    3. Will I use your car?
    4. Must I use your car?
  6. Customer: "Excuse me. I bought this shirt yesterday. But when I tried it on, ...."
    Shopkeeper: "No problem at all. We will replace it with a larger size. May I see the receipt, Sir?"
    1. It was too big
    2. It was too small
    3. It looked great
    4. It was big enough for me
  7. Ria: "Have you decided what to order?"
    Della : "No, I haven’t made up my mind. Anything to suggest?"
    Ria: "...."
    Della: "Good idea. I need something to quench my thirst."
    1. What about some soft drink?
    2. Why don’t we have some soup?
    3. Can we have fried chicken?
    4. How about some pizza?
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  9. Joko: "I’d like to book a room, please."
    Hotel Clerk : "Certainly, Sir. ...."
    Joko: "On Saturday, January 14th."
    1. When would you like to stay?
    2. When will you be available?
    3. Would you like a single or a double?
    4. How long are you going to stay?
  10. Onny: "I just don’t understand why people smoke cigarettes."
    Pika: "Neither do I. Smoking ruins our health."
    Onny: "Yes. It’s also a waste of money. They will be able to save much money if ...."
    1. they stopped smoking
    2. they will stop smoking
    3. they had stopped smoking
    4. they stop smoking
  11. Lusi: "Nine people were killed in a car accident last night. How awful."
    Widya: ".... I wish people would drive carefully."
    1. They deserved it.
    2. It sounds like a good idea.
    3. That’s too bad.
    4. I’m happy to hear that.
  12. Man: "Excuse me. ... to the post office, please?"
    Woman: "Walk along this street and turn left at the first junction. Then, turn right at the first crossroad. It’s on your right."
    1. How far is it
    2. Could you tell me the way
    3. How long does it take to go
    4. Where can I go
  13. Helmi: "Do you often take public transportation to work?"
    Rika: "No. But when I was in high school, ...."
    1. I used to take a bus everyday
    2. I will take a bus everyday
    3. I take a bus everyday
    4. I was going to take a bus everyday
  14. Receptionist: "Good morning. May I help you?"
    Caller: "... for two for tomorrow night."
    Receptionist: "Certainly, Sir. May I have your name, please?"
    1. I want to buy some tables
    2. I’d like you to reserve a table
    3. I’d like to book a table
    4. I want you to book a table
  15. Rima: "Do you think she will forgive me?"
    Edo: "Well, if you ask for an apology, I am sure ...."
    Rima: "I hope so."
    1. she will say sorry
    2. she has forgiven you
    3. she will forgive you
    4. you will forgive her
  16. Teddy: "What’s your plan after graduating from Vocational school?"
    Ruli: "If my parents have enough money, ... at the tourism college."
    1. I am continuing my study
    2. I will continue my study
    3. I would continue my study
    4. I will have continued my study
  1. Sita: "Look! Those leather bags are beautiful. Which one do you like best?"
    Umi: "The brown and the black one are beautiful. But the brown one has better quality leather than the black one."
    Sita: "I agree with you. But it’s ... than the black one."
    1. as expensive
    2. more expensive
    3. the most expensive
    4. more expensively
  2. Andi: "Do you know the woman ... next to Ms. Hera?"
    Cita: "The one with glasses and long hair? Is she the new English teacher?"
    Andi: "Yes, she is. She has just moved from Surabaya."
    1. who
    2. she is sitting
    3. is sitting
    4. who is sitting
  3. Operator: "Good morning. May I help you?"
    Caller: "Good morning. ... the number for PT. Langgeng Jaya?"
    Operator: "I’m sorry, Sir. We don’t have a listing under that name."
    1. Would you have
    2. Can it be
    3. Must I have
    4. May I have
  4. Cameroon is a West African country of ten million people which has been very ... in growing food for its people, unlike many other West African countries. Since 1971, it has doubled its output of major foodstuffs such as maize and potatoes.
    1. success
    2. successful
    3. succeed
    4. successfully
  5. Kiki: "Why were you late this morning?"
    Ima: "I’m sorry. My motorcycle wouldn’t start, so I had to go by public transportation."
    Kiki: "If you had arrived earlier, you ... the new supervisor."
    1. would meet
    2. will have met
    3. will meet
    4. would have met
  6. Wati: "I heard some bad news about you several weeks ago. Was it true?"
    Rini: "Yes, my laptop was stolen while I was sleeping in my boarding room."
    Wati: "Oh, ...."
    1. I am glad to hear that.
    2. I am sorry to hear that.
    3. What a surprise!
    4. That was remarkable!
Reading Comprehension

Questions 37-39 refer to the following letter
From: John Howard [john_howard@allengineering.com]
To: J. Wilson [jacob_wilson@allengineering.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 7th, 2012
Sub: Elena Kuzikov, Ukrainian engineer

Dr. Elena Kuzikov will be visiting our company on Monday, March 12th. I would like you to prepare a program for her. She will arrive in the morning before noon. Please start with lunch in the cafeteria and then show her your department. Like you, she has done research on the effects of earthquakes on bridge construction.
  1. Who will be the visitor’s guide?
    1. J. Wilson
    2. Elena Kuzikov
    3. John Howard
    4. A company visitor
  2. When will she arrive?
    1. Before 12:00
    2. At noon
    3. After lunch
    4. In the evening
  3. What is her chief area of interest?
    1. Designing bridges
    2. Eating lunch
    3. Touring the department
    4. Visiting
Questions 40-41 refer to the following schedule.
Soal Reading Section Bahasa Inggris USBN  UNBK SMK
  1. What event is scheduled for the fourth week of the month?
    1. Secretary’s Day
    2. A company picnic
    3. Founder’s Day
    4. A board meeting
  2. How often is the trade show held?
    1. Daily
    2. Weekly
    3. Monthly
    4. Yearly
Questions 42-44 refer to the following text.
In 1807, Noah Webster began his greatest work, An American Dictionary of the English Language. In preparing the manuscript, he devoted ten years to the study of English and its relationship to other languages, and seven more years to the writing itself.

Published in two volumes in 1828, An American Dictionary of the English Language has become the recognized authority for usage in the United States. Webster’s purpose in writing it was to demonstrate that the American language was developing distinct meanings, pronunciations, and spellings from those of British English. He is responsible for advancing simplified spelling forms: develop instead of develope; plow instead of plough; jail instead of gaol; theater and center instead of theatre and centre; color and honor instead of colour and honour.
  1. When was An American Dictionary of the English Language published?
    1. 1807
    2. 1809
    3. 1817
    4. 1828
  2. How long did it take Webster to finish the work?
    1. 7 years
    2. 10 years
    3. 17 years
    4. 21 years
  3. According to the text, which one of the following spellings would Webster have approved in his dictionaries?
    1. Develope
    2. Color
    3. Theatre
    4. Honour
Questions 45-47 refer to the following information.
Safety Information of AKARI Color Television

General Safety
  1. Do not expose the TV set to rain or moisture
  2. Do not remove the rear cover
Save installation
  1. Do not install the TV in hot, humid, or excessively dusty places.
  2. Do not block or cover the ventilation openings. For ventilation, leave a space of at lest 10 cm all around the set.
  3. Do not install the TV where it may be exposed to mechanical vibrations.
Safe Operation
  1. Do not operate the TV set on anything other than a 220-240 V AC, 50 Hz supply.
  2. Do not operate the TV if any liquid or solid objects fall in through the ventilation slots. Have it checked immediately.
  3. For environmental and safety reasons, it is recommended that the TV set is not left in standby mode not in use. Switch off at the main power.
  4. Do not disconnect the TV oy pulling on the power cable, disconnected by removing the main plug.
  1. The safety information should be done to. . .
    1. Protect safety procedures indicated on TV.
    2. Operate in an extremely high voltages.
    3. Prevent fire or electric shock.
    4. Service the personal only.
  2. What is the aim of the text?
    1. To elaborate how to service Akari TV.
    2. To describe safety manufacture of Akari TV.
    3. To explain safe operation of Akari color TV.
    4. To explain how to install Akari TV.
  3. “For environmental and safety reasons, it is recommended that the TV set ....”
    What is the synonym of the word “recommended” above?
    1. Neglected
    2. Proposed
    3. Suggested
    4. Avoided
Questions 48-50 refer to the following advertisement.
Soal Reading Section Bahasa Inggris USBN UNBK SMK
  1. What is being advertised?
    1. Cars
    2. A car dealer
    3. A luxury specification
    4. A car manufacturer
  2. The advertisement contains the following information, except….
    1. The prices of the cars.
    2. Contact information.
    3. The car’s country of origin.
    4. Car specifications
  3. What is meant by “No frills price” in the above advertisement?
    1. The car price is expensive.
    2. The car price is reasonable.
    3. The car price is not worth it.
    4. The car price is valuable.

February 09, 2012

Kisi-Kisi Soal dan Standar Kompetensi Lulusan Ujian Nasional Bahasa Inggris SMK

Listening

    Picture
  1. Menentukan pernyataan lisan dengan tepat tentang kegiatan yang sedang berlangsung di dalam ruangan (indoor) / di luar ruangan (outdoor) sesuai dengan gambar.
  2. Menentukan pernyataan lisan dengan tepat tentang lokasi suatu benda / posisi seseorang sesuai dengan gambar.
  3. Menentukan pernyataan lisan dengan tepat tentang penampilan (ciri-ciri fisik) seseorang / deskripsi benda sesuai dengan gambar.
  4. Menentukan pernyataan lisan tentang keadaan / situasi di suatu tempat/gedung/wilayah, sesuai dengan gambar.
  5. Questions-Response
  6. Menentukan respons yang tepat terhadap ungkapan saran / permohonan yang diberikan secara lisan.
  7. Menentukan respons yang tepat terhadap ungkapan yang mendeskripsikan benda / perbandingan suatu benda secara lisan.
  8. Menentukan respons yang tepat terhadap ungkapan yang mengungkapkan kejadian / peristiwa di koran / berita / kejadian yang dialami seseorang secara lisan.
  9. Menentukan respons yang tepat terhadap ungkapan tentang arah atau lokasi suatu tempat / keberadaan seseorang yang diberikan secara lisan.
  10. Short Conversation
  11. Menentukan gambaran umum / informasi tertentu / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat dari percakapan singkat tentang suatu kemungkinan / rencana yang diberikan secara lisan.
  12. Menentukan gambaran umum / informasi tertentu / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat dari percakapan singkat tentang kegiatan sehari-hari / di waktu lampau / di waktu akan datang yang diberikan secara lisan.
  13. Menentukan gambaran umum / informasi tertentu / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat dari percakapan singkat tentang pemesanan sesuatu / pemberitahuan tentang keadaan suatu barang yang diberikan secara lisan.
  14. Menentukan gambaran umum / informasi tertentu / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat dari percakapan singkat tentang perbandingan / pemilihan benda yang diberikan secara lisan.
  15. Short Talk (Monolog)
  16. Menentukan gambaran umum / informasi tertentu/informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat dengan tepat dari monolog singkat yang diberikan secara lisan tentang proses pengerjaan / pembuatan suatu barang / prosedur melakukan sesuatu.
  17. Menentukan gambaran umum / informasi tertentu / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat dengan tepat dari monolog singkat yang diberikan secara lisan tentang pengalaman kerja / kegiatan atau aktivitas di sekolah / pusat bisnis.
  18. Menentukan gambaran umum / informasi tertentu / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat dengan tepat dari monolog singkat yang diberikan secara lisan yang berbentuk pengumuman singkat / iklan.

Reading

    Incomplete Dialog
  1. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan permohonan / pemberian saran.
  2. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan penanganan tamu / percakapan di telepon / percakapan pribadi.
  3. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan kejadian masa lampau / kejadian yang sedang berlangsung.
  4. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan undangan / pesan singkat.
  5. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan perijinan / pemberitahuan.
  6. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan keluhan / meminta / memberi bantuan.
  7. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan perintah / permohonan / saran.
  8. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan rencana / janji yang akan datang.
  9. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan pengandaian / pilihan tindakan.
  10. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan penyampaian rasa simpati / persetujuan.
  11. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan pemberian arah / lokasi suatu benda / tempat / posisi seseorang.
  12. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan kegiatan rutin / kegiatan masa lampau.
  13. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan pemesanan suatu barang / jasa.
  14. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan suatu kemungkinan / pendapat.
  15. Menentukan ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan kegiatan yang sedang berlangsung / suatu rencana.
  16. Error Recognition
  17. Menentukan kata/frasa yang benar untuk menggantikan kata / frasa yang salah dalam ungkapan perbandingan benda / orang.
  18. Menentukan kata/frasa yang benar untuk menggantikan kata / frasa yang salah dalam ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan deskripsi benda / tempat.
  19. Menentukan kata/frasa yang benar untuk menggantikan kata / frasa yang salah dalam ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan penawaran / persuasi / permohonan.
  20. Menentukan kata/frasa yang benar untuk menggantikan kata / frasa yang salah dalam ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan deskripsi fisik seseorang (physical appearance) / benda.
  21. Menentukan kata/frasa yang benar untuk menggantikan kata / frasa yang salah dalam ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan yang berhubungan dengan pengandaian / membuat pilihan.
  22. Menentukan kata/frasa yang benar untuk menggantikan kata / frasa yang salah dalam ungkapan yang berhubungan dengan penyampaian perasaan suka / simpati.
  23. Reading Comprehension
  24. Menentukan pikiran utama/gambaran umum / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat / rujukan kata / frasa / makna kata / frasa dari surat bisnis / memo / pesan.
  25. Menentukan pikiran utama / gambaran umum / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat / rujukan kata / frasa / makna kata / frasa dari tabel / diagram / jadwal / grafik.
  26. Menentukan pikiran utama / gambaran umum / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat / rujukan kata / frasa / makna kata / frasa dari teks recount tentang pengalaman kerja / kejadian yang dialami.
  27. Menentukan pikiran utama / gambaran umum / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat / rujukan kata / frasa / makna kata / frasa dari teks procedure tentang mengerjakan sesuatu seperti manual / resep / petunjuk.
  28. Menentukan pikiran utama / gambaran umum / informasi rinci tersurat / informasi tersirat / rujukan kata / frasa / makna kata / frasa dari teks iklan (advertisement) tentang sebuah produk / tempat / jasa.

November 14, 2011

Procedural Text: Manuals, Procedures, and Instructions

Basic Competence for SMA:Working with procedural texts and monolog:
  • Listening: Understanding simple transactional and interpersonal monologs in the form of procedures.
  • Speaking: Expressing various meanings in transactional and interpersonal monologs in the form of procedures.
  • Reading: Understanding various meanings and rhetorical steps in procedural texts.
  • Writing: Expressing various meanings by developing rhetorical steps in procedural texts.
Basic Competence for SMK:3.4 Understanding and retelling manuals (procedural texts).

A. What is a procedural text?

A procedural text is a text which is intended to tell the reader how to do, operate, or make something. The information in a procedural text is usually written in the present tense and is arranged in a logical sequence of events which is broken up into several sequenced steps.

Based on its purpose, a procedural text may explain how things work or how to operate things (how to use the scanner, the computer, the camera, etc.), give instrucions on how to do an activity (cooking recipes, rules for games, science experiments, road safety rules, etc), or give advice concerning human behavior (how to be a good secretary, how to live healthily, etc).

B. What is the format of a procedural text?

  • Recipes usually consist of two groups of information; ingredients and method.
  • Game instructions usually include how to play, game rules, scoring method, and the number of players.
  • Scientific experiments usually include the purpose of the experiment, equipment, procedure, observations and conclusion.

C. How to Write a Procedural Text

  • State your goals clearly at the beginning.
  • List all materials and equipment in order of use.
  • List the steps in chronological order.
  • Focus on general people by using subject "You" or "We" instead of individuals.
  • Use action verbs (imperative verbs), such as cut, peel, plug, turn on, etc.
  • Use sequencing words to connect the steps. E.g.: First(ly), second(ly), third(ly), next, then, etc.
  • Give detailed information on how (carefully, with the knife); where (into the oven); when (after the water boils).
  • Give detailed factual description (shape, size, color, amount).

D. Example of a procedural text

Procedural Text: Manuals, Procedures, and Instructions

How to Cook Noodles

Many people like noodles for their daily meals. Its delicious taste and simple preparation have made noodles very popular especially in some Asian countries. Here is a recipe to cook noodles.

Ingredients:

  1. Noodles
  2. Water
  3. Salt to taste
  4. Stock cube
  5. Noodle packet
  6. Vegetables
  7. Flavoring powder
  8. Seasoning sauce
  9. Spices
  10. Water

Things you need:

  1. Cooking pan
  2. Strainer
  3. Serving plates

Steps:

  1. Boil the water in a cooking pan.
  2. Add the stock cube or salt if desired. Make sure the stock cube is completely dissolved before adding the noodles.
  3. Add the noodles and turn the heat to low or off. This is different for different kinds of noodles. Some just need to be soaked, others require simmering. Check the package of the noodles to be sure.
  4. Let the noodles simmer or soak for the required number of minutes. This varies too. Follow directions on the package.
  5. Drain off the fluids in a strainer. The noodles are ready for further preparation.

Tips:

  1. The flavor of the stock depends on the ingredients you wish to add later. Choose chicken if you want to add chicken, beef if you want to add meat etc.
  2. Save the stock for soups and sauces by draining it into a pan.
  3. Take care to add the right quantity of water.
  4. Let the noodles soak the water for some time after they have been cooked.
Reference:
  1. English Online. Instruction. http://englishonline.tki.org.nz/English-Online/Teacher-needs/Reviewed-resources/Reading/Features-of-text-forms/Instructions. Accessed Nov 6, 2011.
  2. Wikihow. How To Cook Noodles. http://www.wikihow.com/Cook-Noodles. Accessed Nov 12, 2011.
Updated: May 2nd, 2013.

November 10, 2011

English Transcript of Bung Tomo's Famous Speech During the Heroic Battle of Surabaya

English Transcript of Bung Tomos Famous Speech During the Heroic Battle of Surabaya

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n the Name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful. Merdeka..!!

Comrades, the humble people throughout Indonesia, particularly those who live in Surabaya, we have all known, that today, the British troops have published pamphlets threatening all of us. Within a specified time, we are required to surrender the arms that we have seized from the hands of the Japanese troops. They have asked us to come to them with raised hands. They have asked all of us to come to them with a white flag as a sign of our capitulation.

Comrades, in previous battles, we have shown them that the Indonesian people in Surabaya, the youth who comes from Maluku, the youth who comes from Sulawesi, the youth who comes from Bali, the youth who comes from Kalimantan, the youth who comes from all over Sumatra, the youth from Aceh, the youth from Tapanuli and all the Indonesian youth in Surabaya, with all their troops, with all the people's forces formed in campongs, have shown them an unbreakable defence. We have shown them a strength which pins them everywhere. Only for their deceitful tactics in inviting the President and other government leaders to come to Surabaya, then we agreed on a ceasefire. However, they have strengthened their power during that time, and now when they are strong, this is what happens.

All my comrades, we, the Indonesian people in Surabaya, shall take the British troops challenge. And if the British troops' leaders in Surabaya want to hear the Indonesian people's answer, the answer of all Indonesian youth in Surabaya, then listen to this, British soldiers!

This is our answer! This is the answer from all the people in Surabaya! This is Indonesian youth's answer to all of you.

Hey, British soldiers! You want us to bring white flags and surrender to you!

You demand us to raise our hands coming to you! You demand us to surrender the arms we have seized from the Japanese and submit them to you!

In spite of those demands, and although we are aware that you are threatening to attack us with all your existing power, this is our answer! As long as Indonesian oxen have their red blood to make a piece of white cloth "Red and White", then as long as that, never shall we capitulate to anyone.

Comrades, the people of Surabaya, be prepared! The situation is critical. However, let me remind you once more. Do not open fire. Not until they fire at us, then we will fire back at them. Let us show them all that we are the people who want to be independent.

And to us, comrades, we'd rather be devastated and destroyed than have no freedom. Our motto remains "Independent or Dead". And let us be assured, comrades, that in the end, victory will be ours. Allah is always with the right people. Let us be assured, comrades. God will protect us all.

Allahu akbar ... Allahu akbar ... Allahu akbar. Merdeka!




Note:

The speech was made by Sutomo or Bung Tomo and was broadcast continuously during the November 1945 Battle of Surabaya by RRI (The Radio of Indonesian Republic) and other revolutionary radio stations. It greatly boosted the moral and heroism of Indonesian troops at that time.

Sixty three years later, on November 10, 2008, Bung Tomo was honored the title "National Hero" according to the Presidential Decree of the Republic of Indonesia nbr. 041/TK/Tahun 2008 dated November 6, 2008 and signed by the President of the Republic of Indonesia, Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono.

English Transcript of Bung Tomo's Famous Speech During the Heroic Battle of SurabayaNever did Bung Tomo realize that this nation would later regard him as a national hero. He passed away in Padang Arafah (The Arafah Desert) during his pilgrimage on October 7, 1981, twenty-seven years before this nation started to regard him as a hero.

By request of the Government of the Republic of Indonesia, Bung Tomo was buried in his motherland, the land of the Republic of Indonesia. His grave is located in a public cemetery in Ngagel, Surabaya.

Updated 1:00 a.m. June 13th, 2013

November 09, 2011

The Battle of Surabaya - November 10, 1945 (History Report)

Kompetensi Dasar:Reading: 5.2 Merespon makna dan langkah retorika teks tulis esei secara akurat, lancar dan berterima dalam konteks kehidupan sehari-hari dan untuk mengakses ilmu pengetahuan dalam teks berbentuk: recount, narrative, dan procedure.
Basic Competence for SMK:2.4. Talking about past events / actions and future plans..

The Battle of Surabaya - November 10, 1945


The Battle of Surabaya - November 10, 1945 (History Report)
The landing of the Allied forces under the command of Brig-Gen. A.W.S. Mallaby in Surabaya on October 25, 1945 formally was intended to disarm the Japanese military. However, it became a dishonor upon the Indonesian sovereignty since there were the Dutch NICA forces behind the Allied forces. This provoked Surabaya people and led to small revolts which continued until November 3, 1945.

When the commander of the Allied forces, Brig-Gen Mallaby, was killed in an incident near Jembatan Merah (The Red Bridge) on October 30, 1945, the heated atmosphere was swept up. Without prior negotiation with President Soekarno, the Allied command issued an ultimatum forcing Surabaya people to surrender their arms at specific locations before 18:00 on November 9, 1945. If the order was not met with, the Allied forces would bombard Surabaya from the air, sea, and ashore.

After consultations with the central government leaders in Jakarta, the decision was entrusted to the leaders in Surabaya. East Java Governor Suryo then formally announced the refusal to surrender, which was welcomed by all layers of the fighters and people of Surabaya with the independence yell: Merdeka!

Independent or Dead

At dawn on November 10, the famous Battle of Surabaya broke out. British troops with an additional two brigades (9th and 123rd Indian) of the 5th Indian Division led by Major General Robert Mansergh deployed with Sherman and Stuart tanks began a methodical advance through the city under the cover of naval and air bombardment. They attacked Surabaya from all sides. Two cruisers and three destroyers including HMS Cavalier were in support. From the seaside at Tanjung Perak harbor, their gunfire was directed at the center of the city, while Allied bombers were sweeping from the air.

The allied forces, spearheaded by the British (Gurkha) troops and equipped with modern arms, found themselves up against a force of 20,000 troops of the newly-formed People's Security Army (Tentara Keamanan Rakyat), and more than 100,000 irregular fighters, all dedicated to the cause of Indonesian independence.

The battle was fierce. Ktut Tantri tried to picture the battle poetically in her book "Revolution on Peace Island", but could not avoid the tragic and heroic nuance. "... Surabaya was continuously bombarded by the Allied for three nights. Hundreds of victims fell down. The streets were moisted by blood. Women and children died in the drains. Campongs became seas of fire, and the people ran bewildered to the ricefields to save their lives. But the Indonesian people refused to capitulate ...."

The Battle of Surabaya - November 10, 1945 (History Report)The Republicans fought fearlessly in defending Surabaya, with only two words in their mind, "Independent or Dead". Lieut.-Col. A.J.F Doulton described the bravery in his book "The Fighting Cock": The Indonesian people in Surabaya did not care the victims. If one fell, another one came forward. Bren firing continued. The heaps of dead bodies piled up, but the Indonesian people continued to arrive in greater numbers, pushing on and on ....

The violence of the Indonesian resistance in Surabaya was also indicated by the decision of General Mansergh, requesting for 8 more Thunderbolts and four Mosquitoes as well as 21 Sherman tanks and a great number of carriers.

After three days and nights of the insolent assault, the hospitals and roads were full of victims. More than 6,000 Indonesian troops died and 200,000 civilians fled the devastated city. British and Indian casualties totaled approximately 600. The Allied forces lost another general in this battle when Brig. Gen Robert Guy Loder Symond was WIA on November 10, 1945 and died on the following day.

The battle of Surabaya was the bloodiest single engagement of the war demonstrating the determination of the nationalist forces. Their sacrificial resistance became a symbol and rallying-cry for the revolution. It made the British reluctant to be involved in another war. In fact, Britain openly supported the Republican cause in the United Nations. For the Dutch, it showed that the Republic was not simply a gang of collaborators without popular support, and that they were no longer a colonial power.

The "Heroes of November 10th" monument in Surabaya commemorates this battle. November 10 is now commemorated in Indonesia as "Heroes' Day", in memory of the battle.

Also read English Transcript of Bung Tomo's Speech During the November 1945 Battle of Surabaya.



Reference:
  1. Wikipedia. The Battle of Surabaya. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Surabaya, accessed November 8, 2011. 3:00pm.
  2. Public Relation Bureau East Java Province. 1992. Battle of Surabaya. Panorama, Jawa Timur.

November 06, 2011

Report Text: Komodo Dragon - Varanus Komodoensis



Basic Competence for SMK:1.3. Describing things, people, characteristics, time, day, month, and year.
3.1. Understanding and retelling monologs in a certain job situation.

Komodo Dragon (Varanus Komodoensis)


Report Text - Komodo Dragon (Varanus Komodoensis)The Komodo dragon or the Komodo monitor (Varanus Komodoensis) is a giant monitor lizard found in Komodo island, a small semi-arid island located between the islands of Sumbawa and Flores. The prehistoric animal can also be found in several other nearby islands including Rinca island in the Indonesian archipelago.

The Komodo dragon, which is called "Ora" by the local people, is considered the largest lizard and the last of their kind remaining in the world today. It can grow up to 3 to 4 meters in length and run at the speed of up to 24 kilometers per hour.

The Komodo dragons use their forked tongue to sample the air for scents. Their eyesight is good for distinguishing movement and color as far away as 300 metres (980 ft) except in low light. Despite their visible earholes, they are only able to hear sounds between 400hz up to 2000 Hz. The giant monitor lizards, whose ancestors roamed the earth half a million years ago, are characterized by their short legs with large talons, a stout body and very long tails that can be used as weapon to crush an opponent.

Report Text - Komodo Dragon (Varanus Komodoensis)Preferring hot and dry places, the Komodo dragons typically live in dry open grassland, savanna, and tropical forest at low elevations. They are solitary animals and usually come together only to mate and feed on carrion. They sleep in caves or in gullies and among tree roots at night, and come out to feed in the morning. Female Komodo dragons can lay from 20 up to 40 eggs in a hole in the ground.

Komodo dragons' diet consists of a variety of animal species. Young Komodo dragons normally feed on insects and small lizards. However, they begin to eat mice and other small mammals as they grow older. Adult komodo dragons prey on bigger animals such as pigs, goats, deer, young buffaloes, and horses. Although the Komodo dragons are considered harmless, it is advisable to keep a safe distance from them.


Exercises

A. Reading Comprehension: Answer these questions based on the text

  1. What is the Komodo dragon?
  2. Where can we find Komodo dragons?
  3. Please describe Komodo dragons based on their size.
  4. Please describe Komodo dragons based on their senses.
  5. Please describe Komodo dragons based on their physical appearance.
  6. Please name at least 5 (five) animals which are included in Komodo dragons' diet.
  7. What does paragraph 4 (four) talk about?
  8. "Komodo dragons are thought to have poor night vision." Which sentence in the above text supports this idea?
  9. Which sentence describes Komodo dragon as a prehistoric animal?
  10. "... as they grow older." (paragraph 5) What does "they" in the sentence refer to?

B. Vocabulary: Match each word with the correct meaning

  1. Prehistoric
  2. Archipelago
  3. Lizard
  4. Scent
  5. Talons
  6. Stout
  7. Savanna
  8. Carrion
  9. Gullies
  10. Prey
  1. Relatively long-bodied reptile with usually two pairs of legs and a tapering tail
  2. The dead and rotting body of an animal
  3. Sharp hooked claws, especially on a bird of prey
  4. Animal hunted or caught for food
  5. A flat grassland in tropical or subtropical regions
  6. A group of many islands in a large body of water
  7. Deep ditches cut by running water (especially after a prolonged downpour)
  8. Having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
  9. Any property detected by the olfactory system
  10. Belonging to or existing in times before recorded history
Reference:
  1. Wikipedia. Komodo Dragon. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komodo_dragon, accessed November 6, 2011 2:00 pm.
  2. Antor.org. Komodo Dragon Island, geography, how to get there, information about Komodo Dragons. http://www.antor.org/indonesia/komodo-dragon-island.html, accessed November 6, 2011 3:00 pm.
  3. Ministry of Culture and Tourism Republic of Indonesia, 2010. Indonesia Travel Planner. Jakarta.
Updated: July 23, 2013