YAYASAN NUSANTARA INDAH SINTANG

SMK NUSANTARA INDAH SINTANG

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Read the questions below carefully. Choose the correct between A, B, C, D or E to the answer
the questions!

Reading text to number 1-2

Last Saturday, my family and I went to the zoo. We arrived there at 9 a.m. and the place was
already crowded. My little brother was very excited because he loves animals. We saw
elephants, tigers, monkeys, and many more. My favorite part was the bird show. We had
lunch near the crocodile pond because it was the only place with available benches. After
lunch, we bought some souvenirs before going home.
1. Why was the little brother very excited?
A. because he likes the zoo
B. because he loves animals
C. because he met a friend
D. because he didn’t go to school
E. because he was hungry
2. Why did the family have lunch near the crocodile pond?
A. because the crocodiles looked friendly
B. because it was cooler there
C. because it was the only place with seats
D. because it was close to the exit
E. because they wanted to see the show
3. I stayed at home yesterday ___ it was raining heavily.
A. because
B. because of
C. as
D. but
E. however
4. She didn't come to school ___ she was sick.
A. because of
B. because
C. although
D. but
E. as

Reading text to number 5-6

Sarah was very tired when she came home from school. She had joined the school cleaning
program, and it took more time than usual. She couldn’t take a nap because she still had
homework to do. In the evening, she helped her mother prepare dinner. Sarah is a very
responsible daughter.
5. Why was Sarah very tired?
A. because she didn’t sleep last night
B. because she joined the school cleaning program
C. because she had a long test
D. because she played soccer
E. because she went shopping

6. Why couldn’t Sarah take a nap?

 A. because she watched tv
B. because she went out with friends
C. because she had homework to do
D. because she had a meeting
E. because she was not sleepy
7. She didn't come to the party ___ she was feeling sick.
A. as
B. because
C. so
D. like
E. than
Reading text to number 8
As he arrived late to the station, Budi missed the train. He had to wait for the next train, which
would come in two hours. He spent the time reading a book at the station café.
8. Why did Budi miss the train?
A. as he forgot his ticket
B. as he fell asleep
C. as he arrived late to the station
D. as the train was early
E. as he lost his way
9. We couldn't play football ___ it was too cold.
A. although
B. as
C. because
D. but
E. however
10. The ground was wet ___ it had rained earlier.
A. like
B. because
C. so
D. as
E. when
Reading text to number 11-12
It was raining heavily yesterday, so we decided to stay indoors. My sister and I watched
movies and made popcorn. We didn’t go outside because the weather was very bad. Later, we
played board games with our parents and had a fun family night.
11. Why did they decide to stay indoors?
A. because they had guests
B. because the weather was nice
C. because it was raining heavily
D. because they had no plans
E. because they were bored
12. Why didn’t they go outside?
A. because it was cold
B. because the street was crowded
C. because the weather was bad
D. because they had homework
E. because they were sick

13. They are happy ___ they won the game.

 A. although
B. but
C. because of
D. as
E. because
Reading text to number 14
As the movie was very popular, all the tickets were sold out. We decided to watch another
film instead. It turned out to be better than we expected.
14. Why couldn’t they watch the movie they planned to?
A. as they were late
B. as the cinema was closed
C. as they changed their mind
D. as all the tickets were sold out
E. as it was a weekday
15. I can't go to the party ___ I have to work tomorrow.
A. because of
B. because
C. but
D. as
E. although
Reading text to number 16
As the final exam was approaching, Sinta spent more time studying at home. She stopped
watching TV and only used her phone to look up study materials. Her parents were proud of
her discipline.
16. Why did Sinta stop watching TV?
A. as she had lost interest
B. as she was going on holiday
C. as the final exam was approaching
D. as she didn’t like the programs
E. as her tv was broken
17. She was late ___ she missed the bus.
A. as
B. because of
C. but
D. although
E. because
Reading text to number 18
As the final exam was approaching, Sinta spent more time studying at home. She stopped
watching TV and only used her phone to look up study materials. Her parents were proud of
her discipline.
18. Why did Sinta stop watching TV?
A. as she had lost interest
B. as she was going on holiday
C. as the final exam was approaching
D. as she didn’t like the programs
E. as her tv was broken
19. He doesn't like this book ___ it is too boring.
A. although
B. because
C. as
D. because of
E. but

20. She missed the bus ___ she was running late.
 A. so
B. because
C. as
D. like
E. when
Reading text to number 21-22
Tom got a bad grade on his math test. He didn’t understand the material because he was
absent when the teacher explained it. After school, he asked his friend to help him study. He
promised to study harder for the next test.
21. Why did Tom get a bad grade?
A. because he didn’t study
B. because he was nervous
C. because he was absent when the teacher explained the material
D. because he forgot his calculator
E. because the test was too long
22. Why did Tom ask his friend for help?
A. because he missed class
B. because he wanted to cheat
C. because his parents told him
D. because he liked his friend
E. because he wanted to be smart
23. I had to leave early ___ I had an important meeting.
A. when
B. because
C. so
D. like
E. as
Reading text to number 24
During the school holiday, my cousins came to visit. We went to the beach because the
weather was sunny and warm. We built sandcastles and swam in the sea. Everyone had a
great time. We went home in the evening, tired but happy.
24. Why did they go to the beach?
A. because it was raining
B. because they had nothing to do
C. because the weather was sunny and warm
D. because their parents told them
E. because it was close
25. They didn’t finish the project ___ they didn’t have enough time.
A. so
B. as
C. because
D. like
E. although
26. She was smiling ___ she received a compliment.
A. although
B. as
C. because
D. so
E. because of

27. He couldn’t go to the concert ___ he had to work late.

 A. because
B. like
C. so
D. as
E. although
28. He failed the test ___ he didn't study.
A. but
B. although
C. because of
D. so
E. because
29. I felt sleepy ___ I stayed up too late last night.
A. as
B. because
C. so
D. like
E. when
Reading text to number 30
We had to postpone our camping trip because the bus we rented had a problem. The mechanic
said it would take a whole day to fix it. We were disappointed but understood the situation.
30. Why did they postpone their camping trip?
A. because it was raining
B. because someone was sick
C. because the teacher was late
D. because the bus had a problem
E. because they didn’t want to go
31. The meeting was canceled ___ there was a power outage.
A. so
B. because
C. as
D. like
E. although
32. The teacher explained the topic again ___ some students didn't understand it.
A. although
B. as
C. because of
D. because
E. so
33. She got a promotion ___ she worked hard and met all her goals.
A. when
B. because
C. so
D. like
E. as
34. We missed the movie ___ we arrived late.
A. because
B. as
C. so
D. because of
E. but
35. He couldn’t attend the event ___ he was feeling unwell.
A. because
B. as
C. so
D. like
E. although

36. She is tired ___ she has been working all day.
A. although
B. but
C. because
D. because of
E. so
Reading text to number 37
As it was raining heavily, the students could not go outside during break time. They stayed in
their classroom and played indoor games. The teacher also joined them and told interesting
stories.
37. Why couldn’t the students go outside?
A. as they had homework
B. as they were hungry
C. as it was raining heavily
D. as the bell hadn’t rung
E. as the teacher didn’t allow them

38. I didn't go jogging ___ I injured my leg.

A. as
B. although
C. because of
D. but
E. because
39. She was very upset ___ she lost her wallet.
A. as
B. because
C. so
D. like
E. when
40. I didn't hear the doorbell ___ I was listening to music.
A. as
B. because
C. because of
D. so
E. but