SIMULASI PAKET A

Bidang Studi : Bahasa Inggris Hari / Tanggal :

Kelas : XII-IPA/IPS Waktu : 120 menit
TEXT 1

Dear Principal Stephens,

I want to say thank you for the huge difference you made in my life many years ago.

Back in 1990, I was a student at Lincoln High. You were the principal. One day, you
called me into your office. I remember feeling scared! However, you just wanted to give
me some advice. You said,” Marc, you should think of being a teacher.” This was the
first time anyone ever told me that.

So I took child development class, and when I was a senior, I spent time volunteering at
an elementary school as a teacher’s aide. After that, I went to university and majored in
education.

One thing leads to another, and now, many years later, I am a professor at a university
in Japan. I write textbooks and lead teacher workshops around the world. I am one of
those lucky people whose job touches people’s lives.

And I owe this to you. You were the one who aimed me in this work. For that, I want to
say thank you.

Marc Helgesen

16. The above passage is a letter of ….

a. Recommendation
b. Gratitude
c.Invitation
d. Complain
e.Applying a job
17. What is Marc Helgesen?
a. A Principal
b. A volunteer at an elementary school
c.A professor at Japan University
d. A student at Lincoln High
e.A teacher’s aide

Text 2.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
(Funded by the European commission)

The ongoing outbreaks of H5N1 Avian Influenza in Indonesia

have had a significant impact. Since august 2003, more than 10 million livestock
have been affected and the H5N1 virus has crossed the species barrier resulting
in at least 135 confirmed human cases with 110 deaths. Moreover, the potential
exists for the H5N1 Avian Influenza Virus to trigger a human pandemic.
Research on clinical disease, virology and epidemiology of H5N1 in
Indonesia is needed to understand the ecology and variability in transmission to
human. To foster essential research, WHO requested for proposal that will then
 be evaluated through a review process. The awards will then be made to
competent researchers and institutions focuses on research of local scientists and
public health professionals.
Areas for research include :
1. Studies of disease ecology, transmission and epidemiology.
2. Studies of clinical spectrum and management of disease.
Detailed information of call for proposal, include: application and
assessment process, assessment criteria and deadline of proposal submission, is
attached and available at WHO Indonesia Country Office web- site
http:// www.who.co.id/avian/index.php

18. Who are specifically invites to send research proposals?

a. Scientists and professionals from around the world
b. Indonesian scientists and public health professionals
c. Professionals researchers in health sciences
d. Health institutions in Indonesia
e. Researchers specializing in H5N1 Virus
19. “…For the H5N1 Avian Influenza virus to trigger a human pandemic"(line 4-5)
the word to trigger is closest in meaning to.......
A.to impact B.to share C.to increase D.to immune E.to cause

Text 3.
Heavy rains that flushed Wasior, West Papua, for days reached their peak
Tuesday, two weeks ago. Since past midnight rain came down ever more mercilessly-
till the dawn came.
Around 8 AM, Frans Sinadi heard a thunderous noise. “Like something falling
from the sky,” he said. Looking for the origin of the rumble, he gasped upon seeing
water coming down fast from Mount Wondiboi towards his house in the Wasior Kota
district. In panic, Frans evacuated his family to higher ground “I heard many people
crying for help,” he recalled.
David, 36, who lived in Waskam, just grabbed whatever clothes he could and ran
uphill for his life. “Everybody ran,” he said “some climbed up to the rooftops, others
were flushed away by the flash flood.” Otis, David’s neighbor, saw large rocks rolling
down in the raging muddy water. “The water level was about 3 meters high,” he said.
Not all managed to escape before the torrent of mud and huge logs destroyed
Wasior. That morning Frans lost his sister, Christina Wasir. Otis sobbed after he failed
to save his son, Ishak Samuel Sampingan, who was only 3 years old.
At least 153 Wasior residents perished in the disaster, over a hundred were
confirmed missing, more than 500 wounded, and thousands displaced. “The forests in
the mountain were destroyed,” said Otis “there were some people cutting trees on the
mountain, but we don’t know who they were.”
Some of the residents indeed suspect that illegal logging in the Mount Wondiboi
nature conservation area was the cause of the flash flood. One Wasior figure, Adam
Arumsore, related the floods occurred previously in 1929 and 1955. Two years ago
another flood inundated the town, but Adam had never seen such a torrent carrying
away huge logs. “This is the biggest flood ever in Wasior,” he said..
20. The text., tells us about…
A. Otis who failed to save his son
B. a raging flood in Wasior
C. illegal logging in a nature conservation
D. how the water flushed away the people of Wasior
E. people who died were wounded and displaced
21. How many people were missing in the disaster?
A. Less than 36. D. More than 500.
B. More than 100. E. More than 1000.
4.C. At least 153.
22. “Not all managed to escape before the torrent of mud . . . .“ (paragraph 4)
The underlined word is NOT synonymous with …
A. violent flow D. drip
B. stream E. downpour
C. flood
Text 4.
Henry Hudson (1565-1611) was an English explorer and navigator who explored
parts of the Arctic Ocean and northeastern North America. Employed by Holland, he
made trips to find a waterway from Europe to India.
In 1609, on a trip in a ship called the Half Moon Hudson found what is now called
the Hudson River. He also discovered Manhattan Island. The Dutch then built a
settlement there and called it New Amsterdam. A governor was appointed, a one-
legged Dutchman, called Peter Stuyvesant. This was too much provocation for the
English settlers. A fleet sent by James, Duke of York, sailed from England and anchored
off New Amsterdam. The town gave in without firing a shot although the governor did
all he could to make his men fight. Later, its name was changed from “New
Amsterdam” to “New York” to honor the royal duke who had financed the invasion.
Hudson sailed into New York’s harbor on September 3, 1609 and noted what an
excellent
harbor it was. He sailed up the river about 150 miles (240 km) and noted the abundance
of rich land, but realized that this was not waterway to India.
Hudson died in 1611 after his crew mutinied and left Hudson, his son, and seven
crew members adrift in a small, open boat in Hudson Bay.

23. Which statement is TRUE about Henry Hudson? He ...

A. was Dutch
B. bought Manhattan Island
C. came from the Netherlands
D. financed the invasion of New Amsterdam
E. did not succeed in discovering a route to India

24. “… and noted the abundance of rich land, … “(Paragraph 3)

The underlined word has the same meaning as …
A. wealth D. lack
B. scarcity E. deficiency
C. shortage
25. It can be inferred from the text that Henry Hudson …
A. was known as the first navigator who found India
B. was appointed as a governor in New York
C. was dead before his age reached 50
D. got his name from the river’s name
E. started his journey to honor the royal duke
Text 5.
 You must have been aware of the growing need to conserve our forests, One of the
ways to ensure that fewer trees are cut down is by recycling waste paper. This is the
reason why our Conservation Club has embarked n our Old Newspaper Collection
Campaign.
Perhaps you would be interested in knowing what will happen to your old
newspapers after they arrive at the paper recycling center.
‘ Firstly, the old newspapers are soaked in water and then put into the
hydropulper. This machine, which has rotating blades, cuts the paper finely into a pulp.
Next, the pulp is fed into the washer. Here, all dirt is washed off. Staples and clips
are removed. The pulp is then fed into the chemical tank where bleach is added to it.
This whitens the pulp.
After being bleached, the pulp is passed through rollers. All excess water is now
squeezed out of the pulp. This makes the drying process faster. The drying is done in a
dryer. The pulp comes out of the dryer as large sheets of paper, which are rolled on
spools.
This recycled paper is used for many things, for example, to make cardboard
boxes, egg cartons, toilet rolls, poster paper, and even gift wrapping paper. When you
consider that you have no further use for your old newspapers, you will he glad to
contribute them to our campaign.
26. It is NOT mentioned in paragraph 6 that the recycled paper is used for….
A. egg cartons c. toilet rolls e. table tissue
b. cardboard boxes d. gift wrapping paper
27. The purpose of the text is to tell the readers about ...
A. the use of recycled papers
B. the process of recycling old newspapers
C. the advantages of recycling cid newspapers
D. the benefits of using the recycled papers
E. how to send the old newspapers to the recycling center

28. “You must have been aware of the growing need to conserve our forests.”
(Paragraph 1)
The underlined word is synonymous with . . .
A. cut B. rip C. Saw D. Chop E. Save
29. The text tells us about ….
A. the process of recycling old newspapers
B. the need to conserve our forests
C. a conservation club
D. an old newspaper collection campaign
E. the efforts to stop cutting down trees in forests
Text 6.
There is no best way to deal with pests in agriculture. Pesticides are commonly
used, but this may cause many problems. Combining different management operation is the
most effective way to control pests.
Firstly, the chemicals in pesticides may build up as residues in the environment.
This reduces the quality of farm products. Furthermore, pests can gradually become
resistant to pesticides. This means that newer and stronger ones have to be developed.
Some pesticides affect non target animals such as fish and bees. This disturbs the
balance of nature. To wipe out agriculture pests completely may be very expensive.
Sometimes pest damage costs less than the method of control.
Finally, understanding the ecology of the area helps a lot in pest control. Natural
enemies can
be used to control the pest. Pesticides that do not affect the natural enemies should be chosen.
Therefore, integrated pest management is a safe and more effective option in agriculture.
30. What can affect the balance of nature according to the text?
 a. Pests developing resistance to pesticides
b. The use of pesticides that affects non target animals
c. The chemical in pesticides
d. The cost of wiping out agricultural pests
e. The use of integrated pest management which is not effective
31. Why does the writer think that integrated pest management is good?
a. To reduce the quality of farm product
b. It makes pests become resistant
c. Wiping out agricultural pests may be costly
d. There is no best way to deal with pests
e. It affects the natural balance

Text 7
A laptop is a kind of computer unit which has the same function as aPC
(Personal Computer), but it is smaller, lighter and of different sizes. Nowadays,
most people choose laptops for several reasons.
A laptop is portable device. This portability is very helpful for our work, study
and free access called hot spot areas. Some people like to use this facility to carry
out their tasks.
Finally, a laptop consumes energy more efficiently than PC does. This device
uses a rechargeable battery as source of electric energy. So if we prefer using a
laptop, it means that we support the government program to save energy
That’s why a laptop has become very popular recently.
32. Finally, a laptop consumes energy more efficiently than PC does. (Par 3, line 1). The
word ‘does’ refers to . . . .
a.uses a rechargeable battery c.consumes energy more efficiently
b.source of electric energy e.consumes energy
c.carry out the tasks
33.From the text we know that ……
A. a laptop is usually more expensive than a PC
B. more people like a laptop better than PC
C. more people like a PC better than a laptop
D. for a mobile person a laptop is more handy than a PC
E. a laptop is cheaper now than it was before

Text 8.
Deathly and dark : The Perfect Harry Potter cliff-hanger
By Chris Tookey
Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part I
Rating : *****

The seventh and penultimate Harry Potter starts with the words: ‘These are dark
times.’ They certainly are. There’s precious little sweetness and light around in this
episode.
Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes) is nearing the height of his powers, and Britain
seems to have fallen into the hands of bureaucratic fascists only too eager to do the
Dark Lord’s will. Muggles that’s non-wizards - are being victimised in a way that’s
reminiscent of the Jews in Nazi Germany. Only Harry Potter and his friends can save us
all, by finding four ‘horcruxes’ which will presumably mean the end of the Dark Lord.
And there’s a magic sword to discover.
The aspect of this film that some will find disappointing is that it is essentially the
first half of a treasure hunt. The climax will come with the eighth and last Harry Potter
film. There is not much to cheer about in this seventh episode, and it ends with the
death of one important and much-loved character.
 The most praiseworthy aspect of all is that this episode — unlike the one before it
— once again gets Harry (Daniel Radcliffe), Ron (Rupert Grint), and Hermione (Emma
Watson) working as a team. The most memorable sequences in the film are not, for
once, the action scenes but the acting ones. There’s a delightful one where director
David Yates allows Harry and Hermione simply to dance together, in a desperate
attempt to rediscover some fun and human contact in a world that seemingly has room
for neither.
It’s touching and lyrical, two qualities much needed in this film, and increasingly
in the series.
Ron, too, has some good dramatic moments as he comes to terms with his envy of
Harry, and his fear that Harry and Hermione may be destined to be a couple, leaving
him out in the cold.

34. What is mainly discussed in the text above?

A. A love story between Harry Potter and Hermione.
B. The death of Harry Potter.
C. Disappointing aspects of Harry Potter
D. The writer’s view about Harry Potter.
E. The ending of Harry Potter.
35. The following aspects are the good side of the movie, EXCEPT. . ,.
A. the movie is to be continued
B. the main characters work as a team
C. the movie blends adventure and drama
D. the screenplay is touching
E. the movie shows dramatic moments
36. “ . . ., in a desperate attempt to rediscover some fun . . . .“ (paragraph 4)
The underlined word means ….
A. calm B. strong C. hard D. persistent E. hopeless

Text 9.
There are many arguments in favor of boarding school education.
Nevertheless, the boarding school is not always the best education institutions
everyone.
At an early age interacting and communicating with people is very important
for a child’s personal life and can be especially helpful for his/her future. In a
boarding school, shy children can take advantage of interaction through communal
activities. The boarding school also offers a great variety of activities such as art,
sport, and music that allow children to demonstrate and develop specialized skills
in their free time.
Furthermore, the structured way of life and strict rules at the boarding school
may help them to become more responsible and confident and to develop their
talents in leadership. Professionally trained teachers and educators in the boarding
school can offer excellent education without the parents’ constant supervision.
In spite of these good points, it is not advisable to send a child to boarding
school if he/she is a dependent leaner. A boarding school usually demands that
student learn independently. In addition, the boarding school should not be seen as
a measure to solve inappropriate behavior or unsatisfactory study performance.
Instead of improving, problematic children may close off their relationship with
their peers and teachers.
In conclusion although a boarding school may provide good education to
many children, it is not recommended for those who are strongly attached to their
families. They may become frustrated and socially isolated.
37.Why does parents send their children to Boarding School? Because ……
A. it is good for shy children
 B. it gives good education for adults
C. interacting an communicating with people is very important
D. it does not allow children demonstrate excellence and develop their skills
E. it is safe and makes children become responsible and develop talents in
leadership
38.From the text, we can conclude that ……
A. the boarding school can be very expensive
B. there are good and bad boarding schools
C. the boarding school is the solution to our educational problems
D. it’s not necessary to send children to a boarding because the student can live in
independently
E. not everyone thinks that the boarding school is the best educational institute for
children
39. In spite of these good points, ...... ( Par 4, line 1).The underlined word can be
replaced with .........
a. despite b. although c. eventhough d.however e. Though

Text 10.
Hurricanes generally occur in the North Atlantica from May through
November, with the peak of Hurriecane season in September, only rarely will they
occur from December through April. In that part of Hurricane, during this periods, is
that the temperature on the water’s surface is at its warmest and humidity at its highest.
Of the tropical storms that each year in the North Atlantic, only about five,
on average, are powerful enough to be called Hurricane. To be classified Hurricane, a
tropical storm must have winds reaching speeds of at least 117 kilometers per hour, but
the winds are often much stronger than that, the winds of intense Hurricane can easily
pass 240 kilometers per hours.

40.The passage mainly discuss...

a. The number of Hurricane in a year
b. The strength of Hurricanes
c. The weather in the North Atlantic
d. Hurricanes in a certain part of the world
e. Hurricanes and disasters of the world

41.Which of the followings is TRUE according to the text...

a. There is always Hurricane in the North Atlantic.
b. Extremely warm weather and high humidity can cause hurricane
c. Very long winds are the result of Hurricanes
d. Hurricanes occur every month from May to November.
e. Tropical countries have a lot of intense Hurricane

Text 11.
IMPORTANT!
Every item sold in our non-flight reward program is guaranteed. Should any defects
arise when the items are received, please return them to the Garuda shop within 14
days of receipt together with the dispatch note and sales receipt. The goods should be in
their original packaging. For every item returned to the Garuda shop, a number of GFF
mileages worth the mileage price of the item will be credited back to your GFF account.
42. Any goods can be returned under the following terms and conditions, EXCEPT…
A. a new order is enclosed D. no later than 14 days from receipt
 B. a sales receipt is attached E. goods should be in their original package
C. you return them to the Garuda shop
43. Rearrange these jumbled sentences into a good order !
1.Perhaps for this reason, children in China, Japan, Thailand, Korea, and also
Indonesia often
work together and help one another on assignment.
2. They are prepared for a society that values discipline and self control.
3. There’s not much discussion.
4. The students only recite rules or information mentioned by the teacher.
5. The students learn the social skills of cooperation - of working together.
6. The teaching methods are very formal.
7. The teacher lectures and the students listen.t 12.
8. They also study more hours each day.
9. The educational system in Asia reflects societies belief in group goals and
traditions rather
than individualism.
The good arrangement of the sentences above is . . . .
a. 9-2-8-6-4-5-3-7-1 c. 9-2-6-7-4-5-8-3-1 e.9-1-5-6-7-3-4-8-2
b. 6-7-3-4-8-2-9-1-5 d. 6-7-9-1-5-3-4-8-2
Text 12.
I have a “Super” mother. My mother is now in her kate fifties. She come from a
family of traditional Cantonesse middle class people. She has some knowledge of
traditional ... (44) for fever, loss of appetite and minor cough. She is quite tall and
medium built. She looks much younger than her age. She ... (45) Mandarin fluently and
English quite well. She s an excellent cook, and her grandson once said that her cooking
skills could match of those of a che’ in a restaurant. She is very friendly and ... (46). She
never fails to help anyone who needs her help. She likes travel and, like any other
woman, she likes to shop.
44. A.food b. menu c. Pastry d.beverage e. remedies
45. A. Asks b. learns c. Cleans d. Speaks e.exercises
46. A. Rude b.smart c.quick d.pretty e.helpful

47. Rearrange these jumbled sentences into a good order !

1.When an elephant is angry, its tusk can be very dangerous.
2.Elephants tusks are made of a hard, white substance like bone.
3. The ivory from the tusks is made into many beautiful things.
4.The tusks of an elephant are actually its front teeth.
5.People pay a lot of money for the ivory of an elephant’s tusk.
The good arrangement of the sentences above is . . . .

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

Text 13.
Java has a great number of………..(48), including the world renowned Botanic
Garden in Bogor, the wildlife reserve of Ujung Kulon on the south west part of the
island. Borobudur, a gigantic Buddhist shrine is situated 42 kilometers northwest of
Yogyakarta and the Ijen crater lies in East Java and displays hot springs, waterfalls and
free roaming deer as well as sulphur crater. A three hour………..(49) from Surabaya,
and the a pony ride from the village of Ngadisari over the sea will take you to mount
Bromo which is an active volcano with sulphur fumes and smoke still emits from its
depths. The inhabitants of the surrounding areas………..(50) in the God of Bromo and
bring offerings to his deity.
48. a. attract b. attractive c. attractions d. attracted e. attracts
49. a. driven b. drove c. drive d. driving e. drives
50. a. believing b. belief c. believes d. believe e. believed

GOOD LUCK