Listening Section

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

Part I
Questions 1 to 4.

Direction :
In this part of the test, you will hear some dialogues and questions spoken in English. The questions
and the dialogues will be spoke twice. They will not be printed in your test book, so you must listen
carefully to understand what the speakers are saying.
After you listen to the dialogue and the question about it, read the five possible answers, and decide
which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard. Now listen to a sample question.

You will hear :

Man : We are almost out of cereal.
Woman : I know, I will go to the grocery store to buy some more. I will also get some
milk, bread and fruit.
Man : Would you get me some instant noodles?
Woman : Sure.

Narrator :What does the man want the woman to buy ?

a. Fruit.
b. Milk.
c. Bread.
d. Noodle.
e. Cereal.

The best answer to this question is Noodles. Therefore you should choose answer (d).

1. a. Shopping at a grocery store.

b. Going to a grocery store.
c. Following directions.
d. Giving directions to the man.
e. Walking down Maple street.

2. a. In the morning.
b. In the afternoon.
c. In the evening.
d. At noon.
e. At midnight.

3. a. Expressing hope.
b. Expressing pride.
c. Expressing satisfaction.
d. Showing happiness.
e. Asking for an apology.

4. a. Buying a book.
b. Celebrating a birthday.
c. Getting a beautiful book.
d. Giving a birthday present.
e. Thanking the man for his gift.

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Part II
Questions : 5 to 7
Directions :
In this part of the test, you will hear some incomplete dialogues spoken in English, followed by four
responses, also spoken in English. The dialogues and the 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.

Man : May I taste the caramel pudding you just made ?
Woman : Of course you may. How does it taste?
Man : .

Narrator :What is the most appropriate response for the man to reply ?
a. It is very expensive, I think.
b. Its very delicious. I really enjoy the taste.
c. I think I will cook it myself.
d. I dont think Ill come with you.

Narrator : The best answer to the question Its very delicious. I really enjoy the taste. is choise
B. Therefore, you should choose answer B.

5. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

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

Part III
Questions : 8 to 11.

Directions :
In this part of the test, you will hear some dialogues or monologues spoken in English. The dialogues
or monologues 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. After you listen to the dialogue or monologue,
look at the five pictures provided in your test book, and decide which would be the most suitable one
with the dialogue or monologue you have heard.

8. a. b. c.

d. e.

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9. a. b. c. d. e.

10. a. b. c.

d. e.

11. a. b. c.

d. e.

Part IV
Questions 12 to 15

Directions :
In this part of the test, you will hear several monologues. Each monologue 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.
After you hear the monologue and the question about it, read the five possible answers and
decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.

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12. a. Rail services.
b. Christmas holiday.
c. Airports.
d. Snowfall.
e. Snowstorm.

13. a. Two
b. Three.
c. Four.
d. Five.
e. Six.

14. a. Snakes.
b. Anacondas.
c. Kinds of snakes.
d. What an anaconda looks like.
e. Another name for an anaconda.

15. a. 10 20
b. 10 30
c. 20 30
d. 20 40
e. 30 40

Reading Section.

The following text is for questions 16 and 17.

Carlos Sanuri
PT. Karya Putra Bangsa
Jalan Halmahera No. 29
Jakarta

Jakarta, 10th May 2013

To : Mr. Bramantyo
Bunga Pitu Hotel General Manager
Jalan Hanoman No. 120H
Pare-Pare

Dear Mr.Bramantyo
Complaint
Let me tell you that over the years I have experienced many pleasurable stays at your hotel.
However, my last visit on 6th May 2013 was terrible. This made me delete your hotels name from
my list.
Heres the story. I had booked a suite room from 6th 8th May 2013 on 10th April 2013. It
means I gave your hotel a months notice. However, on 6th May your front desk clerk said that I
couldnt have the room I had booked. She told me that all suites were fully booked and asked me
why I didnt book the suite earlier. I tried to explain but she wouldnt accept it. Then, I asked to see
the hotel manager, but he couldnt give any solutions. So, I left your hotel, annoyed.
Finally, I stayed at Megah Hotel. The clerk served me very well. They also gave me good
facilities. Your bad service had given me opportunity to find a better hotel.
I hope my bad experience will never happen to other guests.

Yours sincerely,

Carlos Sanuri.

16. How long did Mr. Carlos Sanuri plan to stay in Bunga Pitu Hotel ?
a. For three days
b. For four days
c. For five days
d. For one week
e. For ten day

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17. Why did Mr.Carlos Sanuri feel lucky when he booked a room at Megah Hotel ?
a. He knows Mr.Bramantyo well.
b. He didnt need to stay in another hotel.
c. He enjoyed his stay at Bunga Pitu Hotel.
d. He had used Bunga Pitu Hotels services for years.
e. He stayed in a hotel which gave him better services and facilities.

The following text is for questions 18 and 19.

18. What is the purpose of the text ?

a. To tell the readers about safety tips at the water park.
b. To offer a relaxing place for special seasons.
c. To show to reserve a private cabana.
d. To announce the opening of a place.
e. To advertise a place

19. Which statement is NOT TRUE based on the text ?

a. Visitors are charged little money for the locker rentals.
b. The place is not suitable for people below 120 cm tall.
c. Prices charged for certain seasons are different from prices on regular days.
d. The place provides towels, personal locker and mini fridge the cabanas.
e. Guests should read the safety rules before experiencing attractions offered.

The following text is for questions 20 to 22.

TANGERANG, KOMPAS.com Tangerang Government through the Departement of Agriculture

plans to create fruit gardens on a number of municipal lands starting in 2013.
In 2013, we are going to create fruit gardens on a number of fields owned by the
Government, said the Head of Agriculture Departement Iis Aisyah Rodiah, Tuesday (6th Nov 2012).
Iis added, This programme will be completed in many stages. Next year, we will start from
Koang Jaya, then continue to other fields owned by the government, such as Rawa Kucing and
Kunciran, she said.
She explained that this program is expected to secure the food supply for people, especially
fruits. Fruit which will be planted in the garden is dependent upon the area. Tangerang Government
will also employ experts to develop the gardens.

20. What is the purpose of the text ?

a. To relate a past event.
b. To entertain the readers.
c. To give newsworthy information.
d. To give the facts about the case.
e. To present points of view for an issue.
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21. Iis added This programme will be completed in many stages. (Paragraph 3).
The phrase this programme refers to .
a. developing fruit gardens
b. creating fruit gardens
c. developing Tangerang city
d. engaging experts to maintain the fruit gardens
e. developing farmers and peoples roles in the fruit gardens.

22. Next year, we will start from Koang Jaya, then continue to other fields.(Paragraph 3)
What is similar to the underlined word ?
a. Develop
b. Confirm
c. Dominate
d. Proceed
e. Contribute

The following text is for questions 23 to 26.

Helen Adams Keller was an American author, political activist and lecturer. She was born on
27th June 1880 in Tuscumbia, Alabama. In 1882, she fell ill and became blind, deaf and mute. Hellen
Keller was first of two daughters born to Arthur H. Keller and Katherine Adams Keller. She also had
two older stepbrothers. Kellers father had served as an officer in the Confederate Army during the
Civil War. The family was not particularly wealthy and earned an income from their cotton plantation.
Helen Keller was helped by Anne Sullivan, her teacher, to make tremendous progress with her
ability to communicate. In 1890, Keller began speech classes at the Horace Mann School for the Deaf
in Boston. From 1894 to 1896, she attended the Wright Humason School for the Deaf in New York
City. There, she worked on improving her communication skills and studied regular academic
subjects. In 1896, she attended the Cambridge School for Young Ladies, a preparatory school for
women.
As her story became known to the general public, Keller began to meet famous and influential
people. With the help of Henry H.Rogers, a Standard Oil executive who was impressed with Kellers
talent, drive and determination, Keller attended Radcliff College and graduated, cum laude, in 1904.
After college, Keller set out to learn more about the world and how she could help improve the
lives of others. During her remarkable life, Keller stood as a powerful example of how determination,
hard work, and imagination can allow an individual to triumph over adversity. She overcame difficult
conditions with a great deal of persistence, and thus she grew into a respected and world renowned
activist who labored for the betterment of others.

23. What the main idea of paragraph two ?

a. Kellers teacher
b. Kellers studies.
c. Kellers speaking progress
d. Kellers willingness to learn
e. Kellers ability to communicate.

24. When Helen Keller was 16 years old.

a. She began speech classes at the Horace Mann School of Deaf
b. She worked at the Wright-Humanson School for the Deaf
c. She studied regular academic subjects in Boston
d. She attended a preparatory school for women
e. She graduated from the Radcliff College

25. According to the text, why did Helen Keller become a famous activist?
a. She was determined and persistent to overcome hardship.
b. She could complete her studies with cum laude result.
c. She was capable in studying regular academic subjects.
d. She could make progress in communication skills rapidly.
e. She could impress others with her prodigious talents.

26. Which statement is TRUE about Hellen Keller?

a. Hellen Keller once worked in cotton plantation.
b. Hellen Keller had two sisters and two brothers.
c. Hellen Keller graduated from Radcliff College in 1904.
d. Helen Keller was blinded when she was three years old.
e. Helen Keller started to learn to speak in New York City.

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The Following text is for questions 27 to 30.

Acid rain looks, feels and even taste like clean rainwater, but it actually contains high levels of
pollutants. Although natural sources like gases from forest fires can be part of the problem, the
burning of fossil fuels, such as car exhaust and smoke from factories, is the main cause of acid rain.
This is how it works : pollutant mix in the atmosphere to form fine particles that can be carried long
distances by wind. Eventually, they return to the ground in the form of rain or other precipitation. Acid
rain has caused widespread damage in eastern North America, Europe, Japan, China and Southeast
Asia.

27. How does acid rain taste ?

a. Its like fresh water.
b. Its salty.
c. Its bitter.
d. Its sour.
e. Its like clean rainwater.

28. The main cause of acid rain is .

a. foam
b. sea water evaporation
c. water disposal from industries
d. car exhaust
e. dirty water

29. Acid rain made serious damage in the following places, except.
a. South America
b. Southeast Asia
c. Europe
d. Japan
e. China

30. Eventually, they return to the ground in the form of rain or other precipitation. The word they
refers to.
a. Rain
b. Fine particles
c. Long distances
d. Natural sources
e. Smoke from factories

The following text is for questions 31 to 34.

It has been reported that hundreds of local or traditional languages have disappeared. Local or
traditional languages are at risk of being lost when they are not taught to younger generations
anymore, while fluent speakers of the languages (usually the elderly) gradually die. It is our concern,
as a community, when local or traditional languages are no longer spoken or taught. Thus, there is a
need to teach children local or traditional languages. Here are four factors to consider why we should
teach children local or traditional languages.
First, language and culture and intertwined. Language is the vehicle in which family culture
and values are often transmitted. Learning a local or traditional language will help children gain more
appreciation and respect for different cultures.
Second, local or traditional language can strengthen family ties. Being able to communicate
with grandparents and extended family members in a home language can help bring a family closer
together. Besides, being able to speak a local or traditional languages will help build a good
relationship with the community, especially the elderly people.
Third, teaching local or traditional languages to children may help preserve the languages
since the remaining fluent speakers of the language are generally the older members of the
community. It may happen that when the elderly pass on, the languages die with them.
Fourth, learning local and traditional languages can improve the childrens communication
ability. Children with multiple language skills can differentiate and identify what language to speak and
with whom.
Teaching local or traditional languages to children is important can keep the languages from
disappearing. Parents or teachers at schools can start with simple ways of teaching such as by
speaking the language regularly and encouraging the children to respond and also being proud of
speaking the local or traditional language.

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31. What is the text mainly about ?
a. The reasons for teaching children local languages.
b. The factors which make the local languages disappear.
c. The ways to keep local languages from being lost.
d. The importance of teaching local languages at schools.
e. The use of local language in a community.

32. The following are reasons for parents or teachers to teach children local or traditional languages,
except.
a. It can help children learn about cultures
b. It can preserve the local or traditional languages
c. It can help develop the childrens communication ability
d. It can help determine the social status in the community
e. It can build strong relationship among the members of the family and community

33. Based on the text, what puts local or traditional languages at a risk of disappearing ?
a. They are not popular in the community.
b. They are no longer taught or spoken.
c. There is no appreciation of local languages.
d. Lack of teachers to teach young generations.
e. The family and community are not accustomed to them

34. A.the languages die with them. (Paragraph 4) . The word them refers to .
a. The children
b. Parents and teachers
c. Local language speakers
d. The extended family members
e. The older members of the community

The following text is for questions 35 to 37.

Skyfall offers a plot that actually seems a lot more realistic than many previous films, but still
entertains you in a thoroughly enjoyable way. Craig is faultless and any skepticism people had when
he first took on the famous character in Casino Royale has been proved utterly unnecessary. It
surprised me to learn that despite this being the seventh time that Dench has played M, we as the
audience know so little about her background and what goes on under her sharp-tongued and abrupt
exterior.
The battle of Sykfall at the end, is just fantastic and showed how amazing a simple scene of
only three important characters can be, if done properly. There isnt enough space to say how
impressed I was with Bardem as a baddie, who despite that horrendous blonde hair managed to be a
thoroughly terrifying and complex bad guy.
Skyfall is one of those films you just need to see. Yes, it is quite long, but at no point will you
find yourself glancing at your watch as the film doesnt give you the chance.

35. What is the text about .

a. Information about how Skyfall was produced.
b. A critic about Graigs performance in Skyfall.
c. Information about the plot and characters of Skyfall
d. A critic about a James Bond film entitled Skyfall
e. The manuscript of a film entitle Skyfall

36. Who is Dench.

a. An actress who played M.
b. An actress who played James Bonds wife.
c. An actress who played James Bonds friend.
d. An actress who played James Bonds enemy.
e. The producer of the Skyfall

37. Here are comments about Skyfall, except.

a. Its entertaining
b. Its a bit long and boring
c. Its a film we just need to see
d. The battle at the end, is just fantastic
e. The plot seems a lot more realistic than many previous films.

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The following text is for questions 38 to 40.

In line with the recent sophisticated technology, the online business seems to grow rapidly.
Its a kind of business that aims at selling and buying products or services using the Internet as the
method of communication. Many people are likely to start running online businesses, in various areas
such as clothing, household items, food, cosmetics and other beauty products and many others.
On one hand, online businesses can be of benefit. Some people choose online businesses for
their flexibility. People can work for hours at any places, as long as the Internet connection is
available. They can work in the morning, afternoon or late at night without necessarily leaving the
house. Online businesses also give a chance to promote the businesses worldwide. People can sell
the products or services and collaborate with a large number of people from all over the world in a few
minutes. Starting an online business is also cheaper and more effective than traditional stores, which
may require large initial investments for rent, utilities, employees, merchandise and advertising.
It is important for those who want to run online businesses to learn and grow, considering the
competition among others. Good advertising and unique marketing strategies of the business is
essential to keep the business deals with the Internet to communicate with customers. If people are
connected to a poor Internet server, they may experience difficulties to interact with their customers
and sell the products. Online businesses can also run into problems due to dissatisfied customers,
since they cannot see and check the products themselves before buying them. Non-availability of
delivery service in some areas may also restrict the business.
Online businesses have good and bad points. They offer great advantages, but people starting
online businesses should also consider the disadvantages. Its their decision how they will manage
and run online businesses.

38. What is the text about ?

a. The rapid growth of online businesses.
b. The steps taken to start an online business.
c. The benefit and drawbacks of online business.
d. The importance of running an online business.
e. The considerations before starting an online business.

39. According to the text, online businesses are said to be flexible because they.
a. can be run at any time in any places
b. connect people worldwide effectively
c. can promote any kind of products easily
d. require small amounts of initial investment
e. can be marketed through Internet connection fast

40. According to the text, what is one of the disadvantages of online businesses ?
a. The cost of the advertising is expensive.
b. The businessmen should stay home most of the time.
c. There are a huge number of connected customers.
d. The delivery services may not be available in some areas.
e. There are limited spaces to offer the products or services.

The following text is for questions 41 to 44.

A mangrove is a tropical marine tree. Mangrove have special aerial roots and salt-filtering tap
roots, which enable them to thrive in brackish water. Brackish water is salty but not as salty as sea
water. Mangrove trees are commonly planted and found in coastal areas. Mangroves can serve as
walls of protection against a natural disaster in a coastal area, like a tsunami. According to BBC
News, healthy mangrove forests had helped save lives in the Asian tsunami disaster and people
tended to respect these natural barriers even more, especially after the tsunami.
There are several species of mangrove tree found all over the world. Some prefer more
salinity, while others like to be very-close to a large fresh water source such as a river. Some prefer
areas that are sheltered from waves. Some species have their roots covered with sea water every day
during high tide. Other species grow on dry land but are still part of the ecosystem. The Times of
India reported that are species of mangrove had been found and was also known as the looking-
glass tree, probably because the leaves are silver-coated.
Mangroves need to keep their trunks and leaves above the surface of the water. Yet they also
need to be firmly attached to the ground so they are not moved by waves.
Any part of a root that appears above the water flows oxygen to the plant under the water
surface. As, the soil begins to build up, these roots produce additional roots that become embedded
in the soil.

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41. What is the text about ?
a. What mangrove is.
b. How to keep mangrove in existence.
c. What the benefits of mangrove are.
d. Where mangroves can be found.
e. How mangrove live.

42. What is brackish water ?

a. It is which is as salty as sea water.
b. It is water which is more salty than sea water.
c. It is salty water but not as salty as sea water.
d. It is pure water which is needed by sea creatures.
e. It is pure water which is commonly found in coastal areas.

43. In what paragraph can you find the function of mangrove ?

a. In paragraph 1
b. In paragraph 1 and 2
c. In paragraph 3
d. In paragraph 4
e. In paragraph 3 and 4

44. Mangroves have special aerial roots and salt-filtering tap roots which enable them to thrive in
brackish water. (Paragraph 1)
The underlined word can be best replaced by.
a. to fight
b. to protect
c. to establish
d. to work hard
e. to grow strongly

The following text is for questions 45 and 46.

Dear Mr.Hanung,
Im leaving for Surabaya to attended a relatives funeral. Youll be the person
in charge of operational matters while Im away. Should there be any urgent decisions
to be made, you can contact me on my phone number.
Please inform the manager of Marketing Division that I havent yet approved
his proposal, of Tuesday/Dec 11. I need more time to scrutinize it and will come to a
decision by Friday afternoon.
Thank you.

Adry Hermanu,
Director

45. What is Mr. Hanungs responsibility during the directors absence ?

a. To conduct a meeting when there is an urgent problem.
b. To examine the proposal from the Marketing Division.
c. To make decisions on marketing costs.
d. To handle operational matters.
e. To approve any proposals.

46. The relationship between Mr.Hanung and Mr. Adry Hermanu is.
a. Colleagues
b. Teammates
c. Roommates
d. Relatives
e. Siblings

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47. 1). Then, peel and wash the carrots. Trim off the ends.
2). After that, remove the pulp using a strainer.
3). Carrot juice as a nutritious drink and easy to make.
4). If the carrots are not juicy enough, you can add some water.
5). Place the clean carrots in the juicer. Process them until finely mashed.
6). Drink the juice immediately. Carrot juice does not keep for long and tasted best when fresh.
7). First, you need one kilogram of carrots and a juicer or blender.

The correct arrangement of the sentences above is .

a. 3-7-5-2-1-4-6
b. 3-7-1-4-2-5-6
c. 3-7-5-1-2-4-6
d. 3-7-1-5-4-2-6
e. 3-7-2-5-1-4-6

Questions 48 to 50 are based on the following cloze test.

It was two years ago when I met Banyu for the first time. He was such a cheerful and creative
boy. Drawing was his favorite pastime. He used to draw anything from his imagination, or at his free
time. For me, his drawings were so .(48).
He gave me one of his great drawings, a butterfly in black-and-white-ink pen, as a present for
my seventeenth birthday a month ago. He said that butterfly represented a process, a process of
growing up and being better. It was the first and the last drawing I ever got from him. I wouldnt be
able to see him draw anymore.(49). He passed away two weeks ago when he was only 17. He
suffered from cancer. I put my simple drawing for his sweet-seventeenth, in his casket. It was a
drawing of an oak tree, which symbolized strength and power. It represented how tough and
impassioned Banyu was to struggle for survival. He never gave up.(50) his illness until his passing
on.

48. .
a. spacious
b. graceful
c. artistic
d. melodious
e. charismatic

49. .
a. while
b. unless
c. whereas
d. although
e. because

50. .
a. get over
b. getting over
c. to get over
d. got over
e. to have gotten over

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