Questions 1-3 refer to the following text

Samuel Beckett was born on 13th April 1906 in Dublin, Ireland. His father’s name is William
Frank Beckett,and his mother’s name is Merry Née Roe. His father worked as surveyor of
quantity, and his mother worked as a nurse. He came from middle class family. He is a protestant
and lives in majority Catholic society. He began school in kindergarten at the age of five, and a
year after, he began to study languages and also learned to play piano. When he was young, he
joined in many sports in his school and also began to write.

Beckett began to like writing and tried to publish his stories in a school newspaper. In 1930, he
tried to translate Joyce’s work “Anna Livia Phirabelle” into French with Alfred Peron. His first
job was an English teacher in Normale Superiure, Paris. In the same year, he published his work
Whoroscopeand he won a £10 prize from Hours Press.

In 1931, he went back to Ireland and worked as lecturer of French Literature. In the same year,
he published his work Proust (criticism) in London. In 1932, he then went back to Paris and
worked as teacher again. During the war in Paris, he worked in the France Resistance Group to
look for information on German troops and resist Germany. In 1945, Beckett visited Ireland and
joined the Red Cross to help people. Since that, he tried to write many literary works, and one of
them was En Attendant Godot. Because of this work, he got the Nobel Prize in 1970.

1. From the text, we can conclude that ...

A. Beckett lived in a majority Protestant society.
B. Samuel Beckett got the Nobel Prize in 1970 because of his work En Attendant Godot.
C. Samuel translated Joyce’s work by himself.
D. Samuel worked as a surveyor like his father.
E. He was a Catholic.

2. What is the main idea of the second paragraph?

A. Beckett tried to write stories and publish them in a school’s newspaper.
B. Beckett tried to translate Joyce’s work.
C. His first job was as an English teacher in Paris.
D. He published his work Whoroscope and won the prize.
E. He worked as lecturer of French Literature.

3. Daffaa : I feel so bored today.

Zikri : …. There’s a new park near the city hall.
Daffaa : Let’s go then.
A. Why don’t we take a walk to get some fresh air?
B. How about going fishing on a beach?
C. Shall we go to get some coffee?
D. Let’s buy some flowers.
E. What if we take a nap?
Questions 4-6 refer to the following text

Dear Mr. Ubaidillah,

Thank you for your telephone call on September 10. We understand that the wrong parts for
your computer system were shipped. We apologize for the mistake.We are shipping the correct
parts today by express mail. Again, we are sorry for the error.

We look forward to working with you in the future.

Sincerely,
Nisa Mahdiya

4. What is the purpose of the letter?

A. To order computer parts directly.
B. To apologize for the wrong shipment.
C. To clarify the next shipment.
D. To confirm about the order.
E. To ship the parts.

5. When did Mr. Ubaidillah call the store?

A. September 10.
B. A few days ago.
C. Shipping time.
D. Express mail.
E. Today.

6. ”We are shipping the correct parts today by express mail”. The synonym of the
underlined word is.....
A. low speed
B. tired
C. quick
D. slow
E. long time

This text is for questions number 7-9.

Dear Mr. Fairburn,

Responding to your advertisement in last Tuesday’s Guardian newspaper for a trainee

accounts manager, please find enclosed my CV. I am interested in the job advertised
because your company is well known as a world leader in creating innovative products.

As a recent graduate, I am well aware that I have much to learn and it is exactly this kind
of challenging environment that I am seeking. You will also see from my CV that I am a
person who result oriented. The achievements that I mostly proud about are raising over
£15,000 for a local charity and finishing the London Marathon.
 Regarding other requirements, I believe I am a suitable candidate for the position
because:
 I hold a degree in Economic
 I am flexible about working hours
 I have good organisational skills

I am also available for interview at any time convenient to you. Please don’t hesitate to
contact me at any time by phone or in writing if you have further questions.

Yours sincerely,

Philip Morrissey

7. What is the reason Philip Morrissey wrote this letter?

A. To inform about a job vacancy to Mr. Fairburn.
B. To put on an advertisement in Guardian newspaper.
C. To promote and raising fund for the London Marathon.
D. To apply for a position as a trainee accounts manager.
E. To interview Mr. Fairburn.

8. What will Mr. Fairburn do after reading the letter?

A. Giving Philip a job that he wants.
B. Asking Philip to join the marathon.
C. Training Philip as new an account manager.
D. Giving Philip an interview.
E. Calling Philip to work.

9. “I am flexible about working hours”

From this sentence, we know that Philip Morrissey ….
A. is willing to work overtime
B. has a very flexible type of body
C. enjoys working very much
D. has a certain working hours
E. wants to have more spare time

This text is for questions number 10-12.

1. Remove the shredder from its cartoon and unwind the cord to its full length.
2. Place its waste bin on a firm and stable surface in up right position.
3. Take the main unit by holding each side and put it on top of its waste bin.
4. Make sure the function switch is in the ‘OFF’ position.
5. Connect the plug to the 220 – 240 VA.
6. To use auto remote turn the function switch to ‘AUTO’.
7. Put the paper into the input slot, the micro-switch in the input slot will then indicate
the machine to start shredding the paper.
8. Once all the paper has been shredded it will stop automatically.

10. Who would likely read this manual is likely the manual intended for?
A. Mechanic.
B. Housewife.
C. Driver.
 D. Office worker.
E. Cheff.

11. What should we do before connecting the plug?

A. Put it onto the waste bin.
B. Unwind the cord to its full length.
C. Make sure the function switch is off.
D. Remove the shredder from its cartoon.
E. Put the paper into the input slot.

12. “Remove the shredder from its cartoon and unwind the cord …” (step 1)
The underlined word has the similar meaning with ....
A. unwrap
B. strain
C. lead
D. unfasten
E. tighten

Questions 13-15 refer to the following text.

East Java is one of Indonesia’s provinces. It is located on the eastern part of Java Island and near to
Madura and Bawean islands. It state in the West neighbor of Bali, across the small Strait of Bali. East
Java tourism offer attractions, from historical site like temples to recreational spots like beaches,
lakes, volcanoes, marine gardens and wildlife reserves.
The administrative center of the province is located in Surabaya, which is the second largest city in
Indonesia after Jakarta and as major industrial center and business port. East java is also considered as
a national industrial province. The economic commodity is coming from agriculture; include of
coffee, mangoes and apples, fishery and oil industries. There are also air services between Surabaya
and other cities like Bali or Jakarta or some other provinces

13. The purpose of the text is …

A. To describe to the reader about the location of Java.
B. To announce to the reader about East Java.
C. To retell to the reader about East Java.
D. To describe to the reader about East Java.
E. To entertain the reader about East Java.

14. The text mainly talks about East Java as …

A. an island
B. a city
C. a province
D. a country
E. a village

15. East java is considered as a …

A. International industrial city.
B. National industrial city.
 C. National industrial province.
D. National industrial island.
E. International industrial country.

Questions 16-18 refer to the following text.

Surabaya is the second largest city in Indonesia. This is because Surabaya has more than 3
million in its population. Surabaya is also the center of business, educations and industries.
Many people from other cities move to Surabaya because they want to get better jobs and
education.
Surabaya is known as “The City of Heroes”. This is because of the importance of the battle
of Surabaya in galvanizing Indonesian and international support for Indonesian independence
during the Indonesian National Revolution. The name of Surabaya comes from the battle of Sura
(Shark) and Baya (Crocodile). What makes Surabaya popular?
Surabaya offers a never ending culinary and shopping experience. We will see many malls
which sell clothes, bags, shoes, foods, accessories, and many more. We can also enjoy food in
many places of Surabaya, especially spicy foods, like RujakCingur, RawonSetan, LontongBalap,
Mie Setan, and many more.

16.What is the main idea of the first paragraph?

A. Surabaya has more than 3 million in its population
B. Surabaya is a center of business and education
C. The reason why Surabaya became the second largest city in Indonesia
D. Many people move to Surabaya
E. Surabaya is known as “The City of Heroes”.

17.What does paragraph two tell us about?

A. The population of Surabaya City.
B. A brief overview of Surabaya.
C. What Surabaya offers to its visitors.
D. The infrastructure of Surabaya City.
E. Surabaya offers a never ending culinary and shopping experience.

18.Reni : What time will we leave?

Joko : If you get up early, ……
Reni : Okay, I’ll set my alarm.
A. we will leave at down
B. we won’t leave at down
C. we would leave at down
D. we would have left at down
E. we would not leave at down

This text is for questions number 19  21.

Sweden is a very large country in Northern Europe. Every year tourists come from all
over the world to visit Sweden’s cities to see the interesting sights and enjoy the
 outdoors.
A tourist planning a trip to Sweden can choose various activities to do. People who
enjoy city life can visit Stockholm, Sweden’s capital. Stockholm is a beautiful city of
islands. In Stockholm, tourists can visit its many beautiful old castles and churches. They
can shop, enjoy the art, or see a movie or a play.
Tourists who enjoy outdoor lifestyle can find plenty to see and do in Sweden.
Forests cover 50 percent of the land and are home to many wild animals, such as bears,
elks, foxes, and reindeers. There are 96.000 lakes in Sweden. In north, there is a long
range of tall mountains. Adventurous travellers may want to explore the beautiful
wilderness that Sweden has to offer.
There are several different kinds of lodging in Sweden. Travellers can stay at
luxurious hotels with many guest rooms, or they can choose to stay at small country
inns, where they may be served home-cooked breakfast. Those who want to save money
and enjoy nature can stay at campsites and sleep outdoors under the trees in a sleeping
bag.

19. Why does the writer compose this passage?

A. To give information about Sweden.
B. To persuade readers to visit Sweden.
C. To explain about the weather in Sweden.
D. To influence people to come to Sweden.
E. To entertain the readers.

20. What does the writer think about Sweden?

A. Stockholm is a perfect place to enjoy nature.
B. Wild animals inhabit the long range of mountain.
C. All hotel will provide guest with home-cooked breakfast.
D. We could not sleep under the trees in a sleeping bag in Sweden.
E. Sweden is a very small country in Northern Europe.

21. “Adventurous travellers will want to explore ...” (paragraph 3).

The underlined word means ….
A. audacious
B. hazardous
C. dangerous
D. courageous
E. fabulous

Read the text and answer the questions.

Harry : This room is so hot? Did you turn off the air conditioner?
Widia : No, it’s on. I think it might be broken.
Harry : I don’t think so. I remember that we bought the same brand and type; and mine
is working well. Maybe your air conditioner needs to be cleaned.
Widia : I think you’re right. It was more than six months ago since the last time I got it
cleaned.
Harry : You’d better do that soon before it’s getting worse.
Widia : Thanks for your suggestion. I will do that this weekend.

22. What are they talking about?

A. the weather
 B. the air conditioner
C. the electrician
D. the air conditioner brand
E. the air conditioner type

23. Dora : I’ll go to supermarket. ...?

Mitha : Would you mind buying me some potatoes?
A. Will you do me a favor
B. Could you get me something
C. Could I get you anything
D. Can I take you there
E. Would you go with me

Questions 24-26, complete the following text with the provided words.
Announcement

This announcement is … (24) all the teachers of the following situation. Last week, the office
caught several students cheating … (25) exams. They were using their cell phones to text
message the answer to their friends. I want all the teachers to collect their students’ cell
phones before exam. Cheating will not be … (26)! Thank you for your assistance.
Principal George J. Matthew

24. A. informing
B. informs
C. informed
D. to inform
E. inform

25. A. of
B. on
C. with
D. for
E. in

26. A. tolerated
B. punished
C. admitted
D. claimed
E. prohibited
For questions 27-29, complete the following text with the words provided.

Lionel Richie, 21st of June

2017
High Rise Apartments,
Apartment no. 23, 2nd floor,
87 East End Road,
Shout City, New Carolina 3490

Dear Mr. Richie,

This letter is in regards to the job application …(27) by you on 15th of June 2017
for the position of customer service executive. I would like to bring to your notice that your
job that your job application has been accepted and you have been selected for the
interview.
Our organization has opened its business in this city recently and we are looking for
a new team that would comprise of experienced and hard working individuals. We are
looking for candidates …(28) at least one year of work experience in position of Customer
Service Excecutive. We did go through your your resume and saw that you have two years
of work experience in similar position. The date of interview is on 25th of June 2017 and
the venue is Global Banquet Hall, 78 Universal High Street, South City, New Carolina
3445. The interview begins sharp at 10 A.M. We request you to carry a copy of your …(29)
on that day.
I am looking forward to meeting you.

Regard,

Jack Nichols
HR Manager of Tall Ale Limited

27. A. send
B. sent
C. sends
D. was sending
E. to send
28. A. about
B. through
C. because
D. with
E. from

29. A. driving licence

B. letter
C. ID card
D. resume
E. photograph
For questions 30-32, complete the following text with the words provided.

Galaxy Company
87 Delaware Road
Hatfield, CA 08065

June 23rd, 2011

Dear Mr. Ablay,

I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the Times Union. As
requested, I am …(30)… a completed job application, my certification, my resume and three
references.
The opportunity presented in this listing is very interesting, and I believe that my strong
technical experience and education will make me a very …(31)…candidate for this position.
With a BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a complete understanding of the full life
cycle of a software development project. I also have experience in learning and excelling at
new technologies as needed.

Please see my resume for additional information regarding my experience. I can be

reached anytime via email at [email protected] or my cell phone, 0817501078.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward …(32)… speaking with you
about this employment opportunity.

Sincerely,

Sony Saputra
Adapted from: http://jobsearch.about.com/od/morejobletters/a/jobappletter.htm

30.A. enclosing
B. copying
C. giving
D. pursuing
E. submitting

31.A. educative
B. provocative
C. competitive
D. applicative
E. preventive

32.A. to
B. for
C. in
D. of
E. on
 Complete the following text with the words provided
Memorandum
To : All Staff Members
From : Eric Sato, Office Manager
Re : New Photocopy Machine
Date : October 18
I know you will all be pleased to learn that the new photocopy machine has finally
arrived. The new machine has more features and (33)..... more function than the old one.
While this will make things more convenient for us in the long run, it can make it more
complicated to learn how to run the machine initially (34)..... addition, we all want to avoid
the problem of constant breakdowns that we had with the old machine. Therefore, I ask that
if you have any question or problems with the machine, please ask my assistant,
Ms. Ono, to help you. Similarly, please do not attempt to remove paper jams, add toner,
or refill the paper bin until Ms. Ono has shown you how to do this. Ms. Ono has received
training from the manufacturer of the machine and is fully (35).... about how to run it
and how to troubleshoot it. Thank you for your cooperation and enjoy the new machine.
33. A. creates .
B. excludes
C. performs
D. imports
E. does

34. A. in
B. on
C. at
D. to
E. of

35. A. Reasonable
B. separable
C. uncontrollable
D. knowledgeable
E. readable

Question 36 to 38 : complete the following text with the word provide

ANNOUNCEMENT
All users must always wear suitable eye protection. You are not (36) … to wear contact lenses in
chemistry laboratory. Any corrosive gas or liquid that permeates to the rear of the lens can do
serious damage. If you are working (37) … corrosive or other dangerous material, face mask
should be worn well. You must wear gloves if you are handling material that is corrosive or (38)
… by skin absorption or capable of causing an allergic reaction. If your hair is long it must be
kept under control to avoid fire hazard or caught in motor.

36. A. followed B. allowed C. prohibited D. Protected E.

welcomed
37.A. to B. up C. For D. From E. under
38.A. necessary B. important C. dangerous D. healthy E.
flammable

Question 39 - 40 Complete the following text with the word provided.

Emily C (Customer Service)
Jan 24, 10:57 AM EST

Hi Muasha,

Thanks so much for reaching out. I need a little more detail from you so I can find your
shipment in our system. I need your I-parcel tracking number. It should have been (39) …
to you by retailer when you placed your order or when they gave you the shipping
confirmation.

Please (40) … this email immediately when you have the details and we’ll be able to
answer you with the information you’re looking for.

All the best,

Emily

39. A. given B. taken C. pulled D. enclosed E. pushed

40.A. erase B. send C. delete D. reply E. cut