TAPESCRIPT TRYOUT BAHASA INGGRIS SMK

TAHUN PELAJARAN 2016/2017

LISTENING SECTION

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

PART I. Pictures. Questions 1 to 3.

Directions. There are three items in this part. For each item, you will see a picture on your
test paper and you will hear four short statements. The statements will be spoken TWICE.
They will not be printed on your test paper, so you must listen carefully to understand what
the speakers say. When you hear the four statements, look at the picture on your test paper
and choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. Then, on your
answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer.
Look at the sample below. Now listen to the four statements:

A. The students are sitting in groups.

B. The teacher is holding up her hand.
C. The children are speaking to each other.
D. The children are participating in the lesson.

Statement (D), “The children are participating in the lesson,” best describes what you see in
the picture. Therefore, you should choose answer (D).

Now let’s begin with the picture marked number 1 on your test paper.

Number 1. Look at picture number 1 on your test paper. (physical appearance)

A. The man is roping a cow
B. The man is sitting on the saddle
C. The man is removing a scarf
D. The man is holding a rope

Number 2. Look at picture number 2 on your test paper. (condition/situation)

A. The meeting is not going well
B. The business is very successful
C. The people are very tired
D. They are talking to each other

Number 3. Look at picture number 3 on your test paper. (location)

A. The mechanic is beside the automobile
B. The mechanic is working on the car in the street
C. The mechanic is looking at the engine
D. The mechanic is checking the computer data

PART II. Questions – Responses. Questions 4 to 7.

Directions. There are three items in this part of the test. For each item, you will hear a
question or statement spoken in English followed by three responses, also spoken in
English. They will be spoken TWICE. They will not be printed on your test paper, so you
must listen carefully to understand what the speakers say. You are to choose the best
response to each question or statement and mark it on your answer sheet.
Now listen to a sample question. You will hear:

[Man’s voice] : When should I call back?

[Woman’s voice] : You will also hear:

(A) Anytime after lunch is fine.

(B) That is not my responsibility.
(C) You can call with the information.

The best response to the question, “When should I call back?” is choice (A), “Anytime after
lunch is fine.” Therefore you should choose answer (A).

Now let’s begin with question number 4 on your test paper.

4. (invitation)
[Why don’t you come over tonight?]
A. Thank you. I’d like to.
B. The mountain is too high.
C. There is a rainbow over there.

5. (suggestion)
[I feel very exhausted today].
A. The exhaust fan is new.
B. Today, we will go shopping.
C. Why don’t you take a rest for a while?

6. (offering)
[Do you want me to summarize the article for you?]
A. The size is not suitable for me.
B. That’s very kind of you. Thanks.
C. I will spend my summer time lying on the beach.

7. (opinion)
[Do you think the singer is singing beautifully?]
A. Yes, she’s very beautiful.
B. I’m afraid not.
C. No. I don’t like singing.

PART III. Short Conversation. Questions 8 to 11.

Directions. There are four items in this part of the test. For each item you will hear a short
conversation between two people. You will hear the conversations TWICE. They will not be
printed on your test paper, so you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers say.
On your test paper, you will read a question about each conversation. The question will be
followed by four answers. You are to choose the best answer to each question and mark it
on your answer sheet.

Now, let’s begin with question number 8 on your test paper.

Number 8. (suggestion: rinci)
Woman : All our diamonds are the highest quality, sir. Our manager handpicks them
himself. Your wife is sure to love them!
Man : They all look pretty, but I'm not sure which kind of ring she'll like. There are
so many to choose from!
Woman : If you tell me your budget, I can suggest a smaller range of options, and I'm
sure you'll find something to your liking. Also, we offer a full money-back
guarantee, so if your wife doesn't like it or wants to exchange, it's no
problem.

What does the man want to do?

A. Learn to make diamonds
B. Buy a gift for his wife
C. Get his money back
D. Choose a necklace

Number 9. (past events: tertentu)

Woman : Hello, I transferred money between my accounts online, but it doesn't appear that
it's gone through.
Man : When did you make the transaction?
Woman : Last week, on Friday evening. I have the confirmation number if you need it.

What information does the woman offer to give the man?

A. Her salary
B. Interest rates
C. A verification code
D. Her account number

Number 10. (opinion: tersirat)

Man : Our projects always seem to run late.
Woman : Our staffs likes to postpone the things until the last time.
Man : Let’s remain them about this. Don’t let them be lazy.

Why do the projects run late?

A. Time escapes them.
B. The staffs like to work lazily.
C. There is too much to discuss.
D. Everyone wants to go home late.

Number 11. (future: tersirat)

Man : What is the topic of today’s meeting?
Woman : We’re talking about to have a celebration the following week.
Man : That’s great. It means another party.

How does the man feel about today’s topic meeting?

A. He doesn’t like it.
B. He is very excited.
C. He is quite confused.
D. He doesn’t understand it.

PART IV. Short Talks. Questions 12 to 15.

Directions. In this part of the test you will hear two short talks. Each will be spoken TWICE.
They will not be printed on your test paper, so you must listen carefully to understand and
remember what is said. On your test paper, you will read two or more questions about each
short talk. Each question will be followed by four answers. You have to choose the best
answer to each question and mark it on your answer sheet.
Let’s begin with the following short talk.

Questions number 12 and number 13 refer to the following information.

(announcement: products/services)
[Man’s voice]:
The Top Brain Company wishes to announce a change in business hours. Starting
Monday, stocks and bonds will be bought and sold from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Currency
exchanges may be transacted from one to four, and all other transactions will be
attended from 10 a.m. to noon. We are always closed on weekends, and during the
months of December and January, our offices will also be closed on Wednesdays.

12. (tersirat)
What did the speaker say about the business hours?
A. December is fully closed.
B. The schedule is renewed.
C. It will be open on weekends.
D. There is no currency transaction.
13. (rinci)
When can stcoks and bonds be bought and sold?
A. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
B. From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
C. On weekends
D. In January only

[Woman’s voice]:
Now read question number 12 on your test paper and answer it.
Now read question number 13 on your test paper and answer it.

Questions number 14 and number 15 refer to the following information.

(procedure: alat kantor)

[Man’s voice]:
Can I have your attention please? This is a special announcement from the front desk at
Saint Marion's Hospital. We want to remind all visitors to use the east entrance door this
week while the main lobby inside the west entrance door on Main Street is being repainted.
The east hospital entrance is located on Border Street, and it is open each day during
regular visiting hours, which are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 7 a.m. to 7
p.m. on Sundays. If you need to enter the hospital during non-visiting hours, please use the
north entrance, located on First Street. The west entrance door will re-open one week from
today. Thank you for your patience during this phase of our lobby improvement project.

14. (gambaran umum)

What is the information about?
A. A rule in entering a building
B. A change in the operation hours
C. Important news for special visitors
D. New problems faced by the hospitals

15. (tertentu)
How long will the special situation be in effect?
A. From 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
B. From 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
C. For one week.
D. During lobby improvement.

[Woman’s voice]:
Now read question number 14 on your test paper and answer it.
Now read question number 15 on your test paper and answer it.

THIS IS THE END OF

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