TRY OUT UJIAN SEKOLAH

BAHASA INGGRIS
TAHUN PELAJARAN 2022-2023

Name :
Class : IX …..
Time : 120 Minutes

A. Choose the correct answer

Complete the following dialogue to answer questions 1 and 2.

Naufal : You won't believe it. I got the third prize for the short story writing contest.
Biru : Wow! (1) . . .
Naufal : Thanks.
Biru : Can you tell me briefly about the story you wrote?
Naufal : (2) . . .
Biru : Sounds cool,

1. . . . .
A. Is it good?
B. You love it.
C. Best wishes.
D. Congratulations!

2. . . . .
A. Oh, it's nothing.
B. Oh, I don't know.
C. Exactly what I want.
D. It's about friendship.

3. Wina: Let's have a vacation next week. Going to the beach would be fun.
Yasir: Wait a minute. Are we going to go to the beach next week?
Wina: Yes, why?
Yasir: . . . . . the government just announced lock-down starting next week due to current situation.
A. You are right, but don't forget
B. I'm not sure about that because
C. I couldn't agree more
D. I understand your point, but in my opinion

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 4. Risa: In my opinion some young people who drinks alcohol they were a smoker first. I mean most of those
people try to smoke at first before they finally drink alcohol. It's hard to find a drinker who doesn't smoke.
Do I have a point?
Yamato: . . . . . I think we are on the same page.
A. I think you are wrong
B. That makes sense
C. I'm afraid I have my own opinion
D. I don't really see it that way, because
The following text for question number 5-7

When I asked my mom whether I could have a pet, she told me to choose a quiet animal. That's why I chose
cockroaches to be my pets. I named them Tom and Ann. They are Madagascar hissing cockroaches. Tom is male
while Ann is female. I bought them from a pet shop in my town.
Tom is about 1 inch long while Ann is a bit bigger. Both are dark reddish brown, with a hard exoskeleton and no
wings. I put them in a gallon tank with a small house for hiding.
I feed them carrots, oranges, apples, bananas, tomatoes, celery, and sometimes peas. To keep their tank clean, I
always remove uneaten food.
Tom and Ann need water too, so I provide them with some water in a shallow dish with some cotton to prevent
them from drowning.
I love them very much because they are docile and can easily be handled. The most wonderful thing is when I
slowly rub their backs, they will hiss softly.

5. Why did the writer choose Madagascar hissing cockroaches as his pet?
A. He likes rubbing things.
B. His mother told him so.
C. His mother asked him to choose a quiet animal.
D. He lives in a rural area with no pet shops around.

6. What happens when the writer rubs the cockroaches’ backs?

A. They scratch him
B. They hiss softly
C. They fly away
D. They bite him

7. Why does the writer put some cotton in the shallow dish?
A. To keep the cockroaches from drowning
B. To let the cockroaches sleep on it
C. To provide a soft place to rest
D. To make the cotton wet

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The following text for question number 8-10

Because her parents thought she was an absolutely perfect baby, they gave her a very special name, 'Angsadi
Laguna Biru'. She loved her name. She thought it was beautiful. Her parents called her Dila.
For Dila, going to school for the first time was a shock. Other children made fun of her name. They said it was
weird and would not fit on her name tag. They said she was a kind of bird. They even called her 'Duck' to mock
her. Dila almost hated school because of this.
When she was chosen to be a daisy in the school musical, the children laughed again. They said Daisy was the
girlfriend of Donald Duck.
However, the music teacher saw nothing funny about having a special name because her name was beautiful. Her
father chose the name because he once saw a beautiful ballet performance entitled swan lake. When the students
heard this, they all started to stop calling Dila 'Duck'. They knew she was special.
8. What is the text about ?
A. A hard school time
B. A school musical audition
C. Bullying that happened to a girl
D. A couple with their special girl

9. Why did Dila’s classmates call her ‘Duck’?

A. Because her name was ‘Angsa’ which means swan.
B. Because she was the girlfriend of Donald Duck
C. Because her name was too long
D. Because she looked like a duck.

10. From the text we learn that people should respect someone . . . they are different.
A. Therefore
B. Although
C. However
D. Because

The following text for question number 11-13

Lemon Lime Tart
Ingredients
Pastry Filing
175 gr plain flour 180 ml lemon or lime juice
40 gr icing sugar 6 large eggs
90 gr butter cubes cold 250 gr castor sugar
2 egg yolks 175 ml cream
1 tablespoon cold water
Lime zest

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Method
1. Put flour and sugar into a bowl, rub in the butter until it resembles breadcrumbs.
2. Mix egg yolks and water (using hands are best) until it forms a ball.
3. Refrigerate for up to one hour.
4. Cut into discs and press into a tin. Refrigerate until cold (to prevent shrinking).
5. Preheat the oven to 150 degrees and blind bake the pastry for 10-15 minutes until dry.
6. Mix eggs and sugar together lightly (no bubbles). Stir in juice and cream.
7. Sprinkle zest over the pastry evenly and then pour filling into the cooled case through a sieve
8 Bake at 150 degrees for 45 minutes (check after 30 minutes and do not allow it to bubble in the tin).
9. Serve with vanilla ice cream and slices of lime zest, decorate with blackberry coulis.

11. Why are we suggested to mix the dough using our hands (step)2?
A. To form a ball
B. To add the egg yolks
C. To use minimal water
D. To create a perfect mixture

12. What should we do before baking the pastry?

A. preheat the oven
B. stir the juice
C. mix eggs and sugar
D. add some vanilla ice cream

13. what will happen to the dough if we don’t refrigerate it?

A. It will become smaller
B. It will become soft
C. It will enlarge
D. It will melt

The following text for question number 14 - 17

A long time ago, there lived a slave named Andres. One day, he escaped from his master and ran to the jungle.
Suddenly, he came across a lion. The lion was lying down, groaning, and moaning.
Andres quickly ran away from the lion. After running for some time, he stopped because he found out that the lion
didn't pursue him. He was curious, and decided to turn back to the lion. He came closer and saw that there was
something wrong with the paw of the lion. There was a big thorn in it. That's why the lion kept groaning and moaning
in pain. Andres then pulled out the thorn and bandaged the wound.
The lion was very grateful. He led Andres to his cave and every day brought food for Andres. However, not long
after that, soldiers came and caught Andres and the lion. They put Andres in jail and kept the Lion in a cage. They
didn't give food to the Lion for five days.
Then, on the sixth day, people gathered at the colosseum, including the Emperor. They would watch the Lion
pursue and eat a prisoner, and the prisoner was Andres
Soon, the Lion was let loose from the den, and ran quickly towards the prisoner who would be his meal. He was
so hungry. Suddenly, he stopped running when he recognized the prisoner. He walked slowly to Andres and licked
his hands like a friendly dog. People were surprised to see that. The Emperor was amazed. He ordered his guards
to bring Andres to him. Andres then told the whole story to the Emperor. The Emperor then, set Andres free and
returned the Lion to the forest.

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 14. Who was Andres?
A. A lion tamer
B. A soldier
C. A slave
D. A king

15. What did Andres do to the lion?

A. He gave the lion to the king
B. He put the lion into jail
C. He helped the lion
D. He killed the lion

16. Why didn’t thelion eat Andres?

A. He liked Andres
B. He could not see Andres
C. He was Andres’ neighbour
D. He thought Andres was the king

17. What can we learn from the story?

A. Think before you go
B. Slavery is dangerous
C. One good turn deserves another
D. We should give good food to a lion
The following text for question number 18 – 21

Lemongrass
Lemongrass is a plant with long, thin leaves, which belongs to many Asian countries. Known as daun sereh in
Indonesian, this perennial plant has been used for its culinary and medicinal uses since ancient time. This plant is
regarded as a nutrient powerhouse since it contains plentiful nutrients such as vitamins A and C, folate, folic acid,
magnesium, zinc, iron, potassium, phosphorus, calcium and manganese.
Lemongrass tastes and smells close to lemons but sweeter and milder. It is often added in Asian food, particularly
in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam. It is used for adding flavor to curries, soups, and meat dishes. It is
also commonly used in the preparation of teas, puddings, and sweets.
This quick-spreading grass is noted to fight different digestive maladies such as indigestion, constipation,
heartburn, and diarrhea. Antiseptic compounds contained in the plant get rid of bad bacteria and parasites in the
digestive system and proliferate good bacteria in the colon, which in return contributes to healthy digestion.
Likewise, lemongrass has properties which support healthy cholesterol levels.
Studies have discovered a cancer-fighting component called citral in the lemongrass. This liquid, which gives
scents to lemongrass and other citrus oils, is claimed to halt the growth of cancer cells without damaging the growth
of healthy cells. Therefore, cancer patients are encouraged to consume lemongrass during chemotherapy and
radiation treatments.
18. What does paragraph two tell us about ?
A. Lemongrass is commonly used in Asian cuisine, especially in Indonesia, Thailand,Malaysia, and
Vietnam.
B. Lemongrass is also commonly used in the preparation of teas, pudding, and sweets.
C. Lemongrass’ taste and scent is similar to lemon but is sweeter and milder
D. Lemongrass is used for adding flavor to curries, soups, and meat dishes

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 19. “since it contains plentiful nutrients” (paragraph 1)
The underlined word to . . .
A. Food
B. Nutrient
C. Folic acid
D. Lemongrass

20. “Cancer patients are encouraged to consume lemongrass . . .” (paragraph 4)

The underlined word can be best replaced by . . .
A. Listed
B. Forced
C. Invited
D. Suggested

21. The text might be intended for those who . . .

A. Are good at taking care of plants
B. Want to learn about herbs
C. Like to decorate rooms
D. Live in remote area

The following text for question number 22 - 24

"I'll Make A Man Out Of You"
(from "Mulan" soundtrack)
Let's get down to business
To defeat the Huns
Did they send me daughters when I asked for sons?
You're the saddest bunch I ever met
But you can bet before we're through
Mister, I'll make a man out of you
Tranquil as a forest
But on fire within
Once you find your center
You are sure to win
You're a spineless, pale, pathetic lot
And you haven't got a clue
Somehow I'll make a man out of you
I'm never gonna catch my breath
Say goodbye to those who knew me
Boy, was I a fool in school for cutting gym
This guy's got 'em scared to death
Hope he doesn't see right through me
Now I really wish that I knew how to swim

[Chorus:]
(Be a man)
You must be swift as a coursing river
(Be a man)
With all the force of a great typhoon
(Be a man)
With all the strength of a raging fire
Mysterious as the dark side of the moon

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 Time is racing toward us till the Huns arrive
Heed my every order and you might survive
You're unsuited for the rage of war
So pack up, go home you're through
How could I make a man out of you?

22. Who are the Huns in the song?

A. The enemy
B. The families
C. The friends
D. The partner
23. ‘You’ was initially characterized as the following in the song, except…
A. Pathetic
B. pale
C. Weak
D. Firm
24. In the end, what does the singer do to ‘you’?
A. Make a man out of ‘you’
B. Chase away the ‘you’ figure
C. Train the ‘you’ how to swim
D. Encourage the ‘you’ figure

The following text for question number 25 - 26

25. What is the purpose of writing the text ?

A. To tell the recipient the location of a new restaurant
B. To invite the readers to come to a party
C. To express happiness over Oscar’s birthday
D. To inform the readers about Oscar’s birthday celebration

26. “Regrets only to Karlina (022) 789-9896”.

The sentence means that those who . . .
A. Cannot come are asked to reply
B. Plan to come are asked to reply
C. Plan to give gifts should inform Karlina in advance
D. Know the location of the party should come first.

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The following text for question number 27 - 29

27. What is the intention the of publishing the text?

A. To tell the readers about the delicious doughnuts.
B. To inform the readers about the ingredients used for the product
C. To persuade people to come to the store
D. To announce a new café in town

28. According to the text, what makes the doughnuts special ?

A. The discount given
B. The use of selected ingredients
C. The first honey doughnuts ever made
D. The nutrition contained in the doughnuts

29. What should we do if we want to enjoy the discount?

A. Take the coupon during the soft opening
B. Show the coupon to the cashier
C. Buy the doughnuts in October
D. Come to the soft opening
The following text for question number 30 - 32

30. The product is NOT intended to be swallowed . . . it is for external use only.
A. Because
B. Although
C. However
D. Nevertheless

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 31. The readers will find instructions for using the product under the . . . heading
A. Uses
B. Caution
C. Direction for Use
D. Each gram contains

32. “to relieve pain in muscles . . .”

The underlined words is closest in meaning to . . .
A. Release
B. Collect
C. Give
D. Find

The following text for question number 33 - 35

Teacher,
Being one is the highest privilege
Having one is the best blessing
Happy teacher day

33. What is the purpose of writing the text ?

A. To send wishes to someone who celebrates teacher’s day
B. To invite someone to celebrate teacher’s day
C. To announce the coming of teacher’s day
D. To inform the readers that today is teacher’s day

34. “having one is the best blessing.”

It probably means that writer . . .
A. Is happy to be teacher
B. Wants to be a teacher
C. Is grateful to be the recipient’s student
D. Wishes that the recipient be a teacher one day

35. The recipient of the card is likely. . .

A. A janitor
B. A teacher
C. A student
D. A housewife

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 B. Essay
The following text for number 36
Must Visit!
Located just across the border of Central Sulawesi, lies the Lore Lindu National Park, about 250,000 hectares.
The park has been barely touched by tourists and we offer ecotourism tours to this magnificent park with all its
beautiful flora and fauna.
The park is the home to amazing animals like the pig-deer, anoa and several species of Sulawesian macaques
and saucer eyes tarsiers, hornbills, green imperial pigeons and huge pythons.
We offer tours to Banda, Besoa and Napu Valleys. Especially for bird watching we will visit Kamarora (2,500 m),
the 3,100 hectare Lake Lindu and the small, but cozy island of "Pulau Bola".
Adapted from: http://www.go2indo.com/dest.htm (January 9, 2015)

36. Answer these questions based on the text above

a. What do the visitor enjoy at the park? Do ecotourism tour to this magnificent park with all its beautiful
flora and fauna
b. Where can the visitors do bird-watching? Kamarora

37. Look the picture below and make the best wish!
Dear Mr …. And Family
Congrats!
May you feel the warmth and comfort of your new home!
Text for number 38

“I believe that students are better to wear uniforms. The reason is that uniforms create
equality. Some less fortunate students often feel intimidated by those who dress up
glamorously. Uniform should be applied, so students don’t have feel pressured.”

38. To disagree with that argument, we can say . . .

I don’t agree with it.
I think we are study with our capability and using our thought, not uniform. So .wearning uniform may not affect
our learning…etc…

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The text for number 39

39. The party that Jennifer prepares is to celebrate …house warming party
The text for number 40
My Sam

This is my robot. His name is Sam.

Sam has two arms, three round eyes, two ears and an antenna on his head. He is tall and handsome
and made of metal. Sam wears a black tuxedo. He walks fast, though he has only one leg.

Sam is a helpful robot. He plays with me and helps mum serve meals.

40. Answer these questions based on the text above

a. What are Sam’ characteristics? He is tall and handsome and made of metal
b. Why does the writer say that Sam is a helpful robot? Because he helps mum serve meals

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