Soal Penilaian Akhir Semester (PAS) Ganjil
Bahasa Inggris SMA/MA/MAK Kelas X
Semester 1 Kurikulum 2013 Tahun Pelajaran 2022/2023

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Soal Penilaian Akhir Semester (PAS) Ganjil Bahasa Inggris SMA/MA/MAK Kelas X Semester 1 Kurikulum 2013 Tahun Pelajaran 2022/2023

I. Choose the best suitable answers by crossing the option a, b, c, d, or e on your answer sheet!

The following text is for question no 1 to 5. 

Jakarta, January 16, 2022

Dear Eliza,

Hello! I've seen your name in The Soapbox site, so I was wondering if you would like to be my pen pal. I like to have pen pals from other countries. By the way, let me tell you something about myself. My name is Dea Amalia. Everybody calls me Dea.

I'm sixteen years old. 1 live with my parents and an older sister. I'm in tenth grade now. My favorite subject is history. In my spare time I enjoy reading books. I also love travelling and collecting souvenirs. I live in Jakarta, Indonesia. The weather is hot, but sometimes it is warm. This month is rainy season. Every day rains hard. Tell me about you! What do you do in your spare time? I know you live in Canada. How is the weather there?

Well, I think this gives you an idea of which I am, of course I will tell you more in my next letter if you decide to write back. If you don't want to be my pal, I would appreciate if you could send me just a little e-mail to let me know. I look forward to your response. Thanks a lot.

Regards,

Dea

Dea Amalia

1.  “… if you would like to be my pen pal.” The underlined word refers to ….

A. Eliza D. Dea’s new friend

B. Dea E. Eliza’s family 

C. Eliza’s new friend

2. The purpose of the letter is ….

A. To introduce Dea’s identity  

B. To tell Eliza’s experience

C. To explain how to introduce to someone 

D. To describe Dea’s appearance 

E. To inform Eliza’a new friend

3. Which is the expression of self-introduction?

A. I like to have pen pals.

B. I'm in tenth grade now.

C. My name is Dea Amalia.

D. I enjoy reading books.

E. Tell me about you!

4. What is happened to Dea after?

A. Dea will send the response letter to Eliza

B. Dea is about to move to Canada 

C. Eliza plans to study in Indonesia 

D. Dea shares his experience to Eliza 

E. Eliza will write back a letter to Dea

5. From the letter, we know that ….

A. Eliza knows Dea from The Soapbox site

B. Dea lives with her parents and little sister

C. Eliza is sixteen years old

D. Dea wants to make a friend with Eliza  

E. Eliza is Dea’s new classmate

The following text is for question no 6 to 10. 

Hi Everyone! Thank you for this opportunity. I’ve been dreaming about joining this tennis club. 

I want to tell you a little about myself. I'm Miko Pradipta and I’m sixteen years old. I’m from SMA Nusa. I live in Bogor. I live with my parents. I have a younger sister. 

Tennis is my passion. I love tennis more than anything because my father really likes tennis and watches every tennis match. My mom says that I’m the only person in my family that follows my father's dream. I want to be a tennis athlete. Besides tennis, I like to go fishing with my father. When I have spare time, I go fishing at the lake near my village with him. 

I think that's all about me. Let's be friends and practice together. Thank you.

6. What occasion does Miko introduce himself?

A. A new class.

B. First meeting in tennis club.

C. A seminar.

D. First tennis competition.

E. Meeting new friend.

7. Which of the following statements is true about Miko's family?

A. He is the only child in his family.

B. He has an older sister.

C. There are four members in his family.

D. His father lives in another town.

E. His mother likes tennis.

8. “I want to tell you a little about myself”. This expression has similar meaning with, except ….

A. Let me introduce myself

B. I would like to tell you about myself

C. May I introduce myself

D. I will tell you about myself

E. Please tell me about you

9. “… I go fishing at the lake near my village with him.” The underlined word refers to ….

A. Miko         D. Miko’s friend

B. Miko’s father E. Miko’s coach 

C. Miko’s mother 

10. What is Miko's dream?

A. A fisherman. D. A coach.

B. A doctor.         E. A teacher.

C. An athlete.

The following text is for question no 11 to 15. 

Dear Uncle,

Congratulations! You have worked very hard for this promotion, and you really deserve it. I wish you all the best as you take up your new role at work.

Your beloved niece,

Lidya

11. What is the aim of the letter?

A. To congratulate Lidya’s uncle for his promotion 

B. To compliment Lidya’s uncle job

C. To tell Lidya that hi uncle got a promotion

D. To inform Lidya about her uncle new job

E. To explain Lidya’s uncle work 

12. “Congratulations!” This expression can be replaced with, except ….

A. Please accept my warmest congratulation

B. ’d like to congratulate you

C. I want to be the first to say congratulation 

D. I will say congratulation on your success 

E. I must say many thanks for your congratulation 

13. Based on the text, we can consider that ….

A. Lidya got a new promotion 

B. Lidya’s uncle is still working at the same place

C. Lidya’s got a congratulation from her uncle 

D. Lidya’s uncle got a new role at his work place

E. Lidya and her uncle work at his work place 

14. “… you really deserve it.” The underlined word refers to ….

A. Lidya         D. Lidya’s uncle 

B. Lidya’s father E. Lidya’s aunty

C. Lidya’s mother 

15. We know from the text that Lidya congratulates her uncle on ….

A. his good job D. his graduation

B. his job promotion E. his hard work

C. his performance

The following text is for question no 16 to 20. 

January 2, 2022

Dear Vicky,

Congratulations on your winning the match! Your father couldn't stop talking about how proud he was of your victory.

I was interested in your win because my team was defeated by your opponent last year. There is nothing like the thrill of knowing that something you have made is capable of winning.

Once again, congratulations and good luck at the next championship!

Sincerely,

Chan

16. Which is the expression of congratulation based on the letter?

A. Congratulations on your winning the match! 

B. How proud he was of your victory.

C. I was interested in your win

D. You have made is capable of winning.

E. Good luck at the next championship!

17. Why is father proud of Vicky?

A. He lost in competition.

B. He passed the exam.

C. He won a competition.

D. He could get the first rank at school Chan.

E. He participated in a championship.

18. We know from the text that Chan ….

A. is Vicky's opponent

B. won the same match

C. is Vicky's sibling

D. is in different team with Vicky

E. wants to meet Vicky in the next match

19. What is Vicky going to do with his team next?

A. They will defeat Chan’s team 

B. They are about to have a match with Chan’s team 

C. They will practice a lot for the next competition 

D. They intend to guide a new member at the school 

E. They plan to play at their school with Chan’s team 

20. “Congratulations on your winning the match!” The underlined word has closest meaning with ….

A. Practice D. Competition 

B. Exercise E. Champion 

C. Victory

The following text is for question no 21 to 25. 

Jihan: Can we talk for a while?

Vera: Sure.

Jihan: I'm going to have a birthday party this Saturday. Would you like to come?

Vera: I'd love to. Thanks for inviting me. Who are going to come to the party?

Jihan: Well, I invite all of our classmates and some of my neighbors. Ronny and Bob are going to help out with the decoration.

Vera: That's great. Is there going be a theme for the party?

Jihan: No, there isn't. Just to have fun. Well, I'm going to hire a clown.

Vera: Really? I like clowns. I'm going to have a clown at my own birthday party, too.

Jihan: I'm sure everyone will have a good time.

21. What is Jihan going to do on Saturday?

A. Go to school. D. Have a party. 

B. Buy a present. E. Study together. 

C. Decorate her house.

22. From the dialogue, we know that ...

A. There is no theme for Jihan's party

B. Jihan invites the clown to decorate her house

C. Vera cannot come to Jihan's birthday party

D. Vera will come to the party if there is a clown

E. Ronny and Bob are going to help Vera plan her party 

23. Which is the expression of showing plan?

A. I'm going to have a birthday party this Saturday.

B. Would you like to come?

C. I'd love to. 

D. Thanks for inviting me. 

E. Who are going to come to the party?

24. “I'm going to have a clown … “. This expression has the same meaning with ….

A. I intend to have a clown

B. I plan to to have a clown

C. I can have a clown

D. I will have a clown

E. I want to have a clown

25. "Well, I'm going to hire a clown." The underlined word has similar meaning to ….

A. Buy D. become

B. Take E. rent

C. make

The following text is for question no 26 to 30.

Madu was born in a rural community in Eastern Nigeria. The practice in the 1940s, when Madu was born, was for parents to send their children to primary school, and if they could afford it, also to secondary school, before putting them on apprenticeships to learn a trade or skill of their choice. Prior to this period, children just learned what their parents knew and there was no formal schooling.

Madu's parents could not afford to send him to secondary school, so after six years of primary schooling, Madu was asked what skill or trade he would like to learn so he could be sent on an apprenticeship. Madu had always looked on in admiration at older relatives who came to the village at Christmas in flashy cars. They sold spare vehicle parts in the city, and so Madu wanted to be like them, and told his parents, "I have always wanted to be a vehicle spare parts trader, just like my older cousins. I would like to apprentice with a motor car spare parts trader." Madu's parents initially could not find a spare parts trader they were friendly enough with, so Madu was sent to learn to trade in secondhand clothing with a relative.

 

26. “I would like to apprentice …” This expression can be replaced with ….

A. I could apprentice

B. I intend to apprentice

C. I plan to apprentice

D. I want to apprentice

E. I will apprentice

27. From the text, we know that Madu's parents ....

A. were rich

B. less fortunate

C. had no relatives

D. had a vehicle spare parts store

E. sold secondhand clothing

28. Madu would like to apprentice with a motor car spare parts trader because ....

A. A he wanted to have a flashy car

B. he was sent to secondary school

C. his parents wanted him to be a trader

D. motor car spare parts trader was popular

E. he wanted to be like his older relatives

29. What is Madu’s dream?

A. A trader         D. A spare part trader

B. A mechanic E. A business man 

C. A car showroom owner

30. "Madu's parents initially could not find a spare parts trader they were friendly enough with .... The underlined word refers to..

A. Madu         D. Madu's parents

B. Madu's cousins E. the spare parts

C. the traders

The following text is for question no 31 to 35.

Ujung Kulon National Park is situated about 300 km from Jakata or about 140 km from Serang, Banten Province. It encompasses a total area of 122,955 hectares land area and 44,337 hectares of seas. Administratively, Ujung Kulon National Park is located within the Sumur and Cimanggu districts, Pandeglang Regency, Banten. This national park is known to protect the javan rhinos, the largest animals on Java and the second largest animals in Indonesia after the asian elephant. Aside from the javan hino, Ujung Kulon National Park is also home to many other special wildlife.

There are two ways to enter Ujung Kulon National Park. The visitors can charter boats from Carita Beach and overland by car via Labuan to Tamanjaya or Sumur. It takes approximately 2-3 hours boat ride from Carita Beach to Peucang Island where the accommodation and national park representative office are situated. It takes 2 hours drive from Jakarta to Serang via the toll road. The little town of Labuan is where the main office of the Ujung Kulon National Park is located. From Labuan, the road continues to Panimbang, Sumur, and Tamanjaya for a little over another 2 hours. Some of the road may be narrow and are not in good condition.

The office of Ujung Kulon National Park area II Handeleum and Tamanjaya provide the entrance tickets, insurance, and general information about the National Park. This office is located in Tamanjaya Village. All requirements for tourist activities such as boat rentals, local guides, porters, and more can be arranged at this office.

31. What is the topic of the text?

A. Ujung Kulon National Park 

B. Ujung Kulon wildlife

C. Ujung Kulon condition 

D. Ujung Kulon species 

E. Ujung Kulon place 

32. What is the purpose of the text?

A. To explain how Ujung Kulon National Park established

B. To describe Ujung Kulon National Park 

C. To inform the species at Ujung Kulon National Park

D. To promote the readers to visit Ujung Kulon National Park

E. To ask the readers to protect the species at Ujung Kulon National Park

33. We know from the text that Ujung Kulon National Park is home for ….

A. Javan Rhinos D. Orangutans

B. Asian Elephants E. Komodo Dragons

C. Sumatran Rhinos

34. The main idea of the second paragraph is ….

A. There are two Ways to reach Ujung Kulon National Park.

B. It takes hours to enter Ujung Kulon National Park.

C. The roads to Ujung Kulon National Park are difficult.

D. Chattering boats is the best choice.

E. Ujung Kulon National Park does not pass toll road.

35. “It encompasses a total area of …” The word “it" refers to … of Ujung Kulon. 

A. Banten Province D. javan rhino

B. land area         E. National Park

C. the sea

The following text is for question no 36 to 40. 

Taman Safari Indonesia is located in the mountainous area of Cisarua, Bogor Regency, West Java. It is a zoo and animal theme park. It attracts visitors from nearby areas as well as from across the nation and even from abroad. 

Situated more than 1,000 meters above sea level at the foot of the Gunung Gede Pangrango National Park, Taman Safari has a cool tropical climate. The highest point in the park, the Panda Castle, sits at 1,800 meters above sea level and is surrounded by lush forests. Due to the climate and vast areas, the visitors should wear warm jacket and comfortable shoes.

Visitors can enjoy a zoo cluster named "Baby Zoo" that allows up close interactions with a wide range of bird species, along with rides and various animal shows. One of the interesting activities is the Safari Journey. The visitors can see, interact, and lean about various animals from the comfort of their vehicle. A wide range of animals roam the open ground so the visitors are strictly forbidden to exit their vehicles. They can get close up to elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and other animals.

36. The purpose of the text is to ….

A. explain how to get Taman Safari

B. describe Taman Safari Indonesia

C. tell past vacation in Taman Safari Indonesia

D. persuade the readers to go to Taman Safari Indonesia

E. inform the readers about the location of Taman Safari Indonesia

37. From the text, we know that Taman Safari Indonesia is ….

A. hot and far         D. popular but small

B. isolated and warm E. warm and sandy

C. cool and vast

38. To enjoy an easy walk around the mountainous area in Taman Safari, the visitors should ….

A. wear warm jacket         D. rent a car

B. wear comfortable shoes E. wear boots

C. ride a car

39. The activity of Safari Journey allows the visitors to ….

A. watch animal shows

B. touch baby animals

C. ride animals around the areas

D. get close up to wild animals

E. roam around the wild animals' place

40. Which is not mentioned in the text?

A. The location of Taman Safari Indonesia

B. The geographic situation of Taman Safari Indonesia

C. The advice to visit Taman Safari Indonesia

D. The activities to do at Taman Safari Indonesia

E. The cost of entering Taman Safari Indonesia

 

II. Answer these questions clearly and correctly

1. Read the following identity!

Name : Ahmad Rohman

Date, of birth : 13th March 2006

Address : Jln. Kenangan No. 25 Surabaya

Status : student of SMA Nusantara Surabaya

Hobby : Jogging and playing football

Write down the personal identity above into a good paragraph!

2. Emily got a scholarship to study at Melbourne University. 

Write the expression of congratulation for her!

3. Read the following dialog!

Anita: “Hi Diana, how are you?”

Diana: “I'm good. Thanks.”

Anita: “What is your plan for this coming holiday?”

Diana: “I am going to visit grandmother in Solo. What about you? Do you have any plans?”

Anita: “Well, my mother is thinking of sending me and my brother to spend our holiday at our Aunt's house in Medan. I have never been there before.”

Diana: “Are you exciting?”

Anita: “Yes, I am. I can't wait for the holiday coming soon.”

Diana: “Yes, it still two weeks away but I already packed up.”

Anita: “I will bring some books and toys to play there.”

Diana: “Sounds great. I am planning to pack up some more books this weekend.”

Anita: “Have a great holiday, Diana!”

Diana: “Thanks Anita, you too!”

Mention the expression of showing intention or plan based on the dialog above?

4. Read the following text!

          Bromo is one of mountains in Java that is known around the world. As one of the special tourism places in Java, Bromo Mountain is not only rich of its natural beauty but also in harmony with the local people around it. In Bromo, the visitors can enjoy both the beauty of the nature and also the culture in that area because Bromo is not simply a mountain but also an important place for ritual ceremony of Hindu.

What is the purpose of the text?

5. Read the following text!

ATTENTION PLEASE!

To: all of students 

Our school will have Some Competition that will be held on 17 August 2022 to celebrate Indonesian’s Independence Day. There are Running, swimming, and many other competitions. 

Registration will be held on 10th-15th August at OSIS room. 

Free Registration and full of prize! For more Information contact our OSIS chairperson.

Chairperson

Daniyal 

Daniyal

What is about to be held in Daniyal’s School?

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