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BAHASA INGGRIS SEMUA PROGRAM P–4

TAHUN PELAJARAN 2008-2009

A. LISTENING COMPREHENSION

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. 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 TWO TIMES. 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.

Sample Answer A C D
Statement (B), “There’s a bookcase behind the
man,” best describes what you see in the picture.
Therefore, you should choose answer (B).
Now let’s begin with the picture marked number (1)
on your test paper.

1. 2.

3.

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PART II. Directions: There are four 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 TWO TIMES. 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.

Now listen to a sample question.

You will hear : Sample Answer
You will also hear : B C

The best response to the question, “How are you?” is choice (A), “I’m fine. Thank
you.” Therefore you should choose answer (A).
Now let’s begin with question number (4) on your test paper.

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

PART III. 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
TWO TIMES. 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.

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

8. What will the man probably do next? 9. What did the woman do?
A. He will fix the copier. A. She confirmed a ticket.
B. He will help the woman. B. She asked for permission.
C. He will wait until the next C. She found the telephone.
day. D. She wanted to call her friend.
D. He will find another
photocopy shop.

10. What is the man doing? 11. How does the woman react?
A. He is having a party. A. She refuses to go out.
B. He is confirming a B. She will pick up the man.
reservation. C. She accepts the invitation.
C. He is ordering a set of D. She enjoys the movie very much.
furniture.
D. He is reserving a place at a
restaurant.

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PART IV. Directions: In this part of the test you will hear two short talks. Each will
be spoken TWO TIMES. They will not be printed on your test paper, so you must
listen carefully to understand what the speakers say.

Now let’s begin with short talk number (12) on your test paper.

12. What did the announcer apologize 13. What is served in the lounge?
for? A. Coffee and tea.
A. Passenger ticket. B. Bread and fruit.
B. Postponed flight. C. Food and drink.
C. Financial problem. D. Lunch and dinner.
D. Late announcement.

14. What is being advertised? 15. Since when has BIOHAIR been
A. Shampoo. known?
B. Hair tonic. A. 1904.
C. Moisturizer. B. 1914.
D. Conditioner. C. 1924.
D. 1940.

THIS IS THE END OF THE LISTENING COMPREHENSION SECTION

GO ON TO THE READING SECTION

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 B. READING SECTION

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

PART V. Directions: Questions 16 – 25 are incomplete dialogues. Four

clauses/sentences, marked (A), (B), (C), or (D), are given beneath each question.
You are to choose the one clause/sentence that best completes the dialogue. Then,
on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer.

16. Aan : Staying in this hotel is very enjoyable.

Iin : … I had better stay home.
A. I think so.
B. I’m against you.
C. I can’t agree more.
D. I’m completely on your side.

17.Ollie : How do I get to your house?

Olla : …
Ollie : Thanks. That sounds easy to find.
A. Sorry, I’m not sure about that.
B. It’s next to the big green house.
C. Just walk down the street and turn right.
D. It is between train station and supermarket.

18. Susan : What kind of extra activities do you have at school?

Noel :…
Susan : Really? So, you can speak more than one foreign languages.
A. We join scouting clubs.
B. We do many kinds of sports.
C. We have French and Mandarin classes.
D. We learn first aids in Young Red Cross.

19. Simon : Hello. …

Agent : Yes. What time would you like to leave?
Simon : Is 4 p.m. available?
A.Will you go to Bangkok tomorrow?
B.Is there a flight to Tokyo on Friday?
C. Would you like to visit Kuala Lumpur?
D.Can I go with the first flight to Singapore?

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 20. Lane : Could you help me with the preparation of the party next Sunday?
Helen : … I have already made an appointment.
A. I can do it.
B. I’m very sorry.
C. It will be very tiring.
D. I give all my time for you.

21. Ticket officer : Can I help you?

Customer : I’d like to confirm my ticket to Bali. My flight number is G 207.
Ticket Officer : … I’ll check it.
A. Who is speaking?
B. Can I put you through?
C. When would you like to fly?
D. Could you hold on a minute?

22.Sonia : What were you doing when the earthquake happened?

Siva : … I almost fell down.
A. I was preparing meals.
B. I was writing the report.
C. I was handling a phone call.
D. I was fixing the lamp on the ceiling.

23. Lynn : Our company will have family gathering next month. …
Femi : I’d love to, but I’m so sorry they can’t. They have to prepare for
the exam.
A. How would go there, by bus or car?
B. Will you invite your friends to come?
C. Would you like to go together with me?
D. Would you please take your children with you?

24.Davin : I’m not feeling well today.

Anggie : …
Davin : Thanks for the advice.
A. Do you want to lie down?
B. Why don’t you take a rest?
C. How about going to the cinema?
D. What about having something to drink?

25. Erma : What are we going to do now? It’s raining outside.

Rini :…
Erma : They will be disappointed. We have to cheer them up.
A. I wonder why it’s raining badly nowadays.
B. I wish the sun shines brightly at this moment.
C. If the weather were nice, the kids could go camping.
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 D. All the children are happy as if they got some candies.

PART VI. Directions: In items 26 – 35, each item has four underlined words or
phrases, marked (A), (B), (C), (D). You are to identify the one underlined word or
phrase that should
be corrected or rewritten, and mark your answer.

26. Tina : I have to finish my proposal but there is some trouble with my
computer.
A B
Should you mind if I use yours?
C
Dewi : Of course not.
D

27. Cindy : Tomorrow will be Sinta’s birthday. Are you going to the party?
A B
Taty : If my mother gave me permission, I will come.
C
Cindy : Ok, I will wait for you.
D

28. Tuty : Are the students all right after taking a rest?
A B
Tony : Yes, they feel very relaxing now. They are ready for the tour around.
C D

29. Mitha : I am confused. All of the bags are so beautiful. Do you think the red
one goes
A B
well with the dress you bought me last week?
C
Mother : That’s fine, but I like the black color than the red one.
D

30. Andi : Have you finished writing the monthly report? Today is the deadline.
A B

Ita : Of course, I have. It has prepared by my secretary two days ago.

C D

31. Diana : I think English Debating competition can boost up students’ ability to
speak.
A B

Rika : Definitely. By participating in the tournament they would overcome

their fear of
C
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D

32. Vico : He has won the race competition for three years in a row.
A B

Sony : No one can beat him today. No one can run as quick as he can.
C D

33. Rita : Can you describe your new house?

A
Vivi : Well, it’s a two-storey house whose has large windows and a
gate
B C
made of wood.
D

34. Receptionist : Sorry, ma’am. We are fully booked now.

A
Guest : That’s too bad. I really need a place to stay around here.
B
Receptionist : Should you like me to book a room for you at a nearby hotel?
C D

35. Police are looking for a missing person named Luciana. The information tells
us that she is
A
26 years old with blue eyes and a spot complexion. When last seen, she was
wearing white
B
dress and blue coat. Anyone who finds her is requested to contact the nearest
police station.
C D

PART VII. Directions: Questions 36 – 50 are based on a selection of reading

materials, such as notices, letters, forms, articles, and advertisements. You are to
choose the one best answer the questions (A), (B), (C), or (D). Answer all the
questions following each reading selection on basis of what is stated or implied in
the selection.

Questions 36 - 38 refer to the following.

HOW TO USE THE TELEPHONE SYSTEM

To answer a call, pick up the phone and press the incoming call button.
2. To make
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the number of the person you want to speak to.
3. For an internal call, dial the extension number of the person you want to
speak to.
4. If the line is engaged, you can hang up and then press the redial button to
get the last number in the phone’s memory.
5. If a caller comes through to you by mistake, you can either put them back
to the switchboard or you can transfer them to the person they want to
 36. How can we make an internal call?
A. Redial the stored number.
B. Dial the extension number.
C. Press 9 and dial the number.
D. Press the incoming call button.

37. Which statement is NOT true according to the instruction?

A. An external call can be made after pressing 9.
B. We have to press the redial button for an internal call.
C. The wrong number can be put back to the switchboard.
D. We need to press the incoming call button to answer a call.

38. “If the line is engaged, ...”

The synonym of the underlined word is ...
A. busy.
B. away.
C. blocked.
D. connected.

Questions 39 - 41 refer to the following information.

Washington, D.C. is the capital of the United States. The city and the district
are located on the banks of the Potomac River and bordered by the states of
Virginia (to the west) and Maryland (to the north, east and south). The city was
planned and developed in the late 18th century to serve as the permanent
national capital. It is a center of American history and culture, Washington is a
popular destination for tourists, the site of numerous national landmarks and
monuments, the world’s largest museum complex (the Smithsonian Institution),
galleries, universities, cathedrals, performing arts centers and institutions, and
native music scenes.
Taken from: www.wikipedia.com

39. What is the text about?

A. Maryland.
B. The Potomac River.
C. The States of Virginia.
D. The capital city of USA.

40. Where is Washington D.C located?

A. In the west side of Maryland.
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 B. In the world’s largest museum.
C. In the center of American history.
D. On the banks of the Potomac River.

41. The city and the district… (sentence 2). The underlined word refers to:
A. Virginia.
B. Maryland.
C. Washington D.C.
D. The United States.

Questions 42 - 44 refer to the following description.

Zinedine Zidane
Born: 23 June 1972
Birthplace: Marseille, France
Best known as: The MVP of World Cup 1998

A flashy midfielder, Zinedine Zidane won the Golden Ball as the most valuable player in the
World Cups of 1998 and 2006. Zidane played his first professional First Division game for
Cannes in 1991 and quickly rose through the professional ranks. He sealed his reputation by
scoring two goals in the World Cup finals of 1998, helping France defeat Brazil to claim its
first-ever World Cup championship. Zidane played for professional powerhouse Juventus from
1996 until 2001, when he was acquired by Real Madrid for 46 million pounds, a record fee. (By
2003 his teammates on Real Madrid included superstars David Beckham, Luis Figo and
Ronaldo, among others.) Zidane was named FIFA player of the year in 1998, 2000, and 2003.
He retired from professional soccer after leading France to the finals of the 2006 World Cup.

Zidane was sent off in the 2006 World Cup final between France and Italy after headbutting
Materazzi in the chest. Italy went on to win the title in a penalty shoot-out. Materazzi has
admitted that he insulted Zidane, but denied mentioning Zidane's mother.

42.What is the text about?

A. FIFA Players.
B. The World Cup.
C. Zidane’s family life.
D. Zidane’s carrier in soccer.

43.When did Zidane get The Golden Ball award?

A. In 1991.

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 B. In 1996.
C. In 1998.
D. In 2001.

44. What probably made Zidane get mad?

A. He head butted Materazzi.
B. Materazzi insulted his mother.
C. He was sent off in the 2006 World Cup.
D. Italy won the title in a penalty shoot-out.

Questions 45 - 47 refer to the following email.

To : ulla@zoo.com
From : jasbir@zoo.com
Subject : Your trip to Mountain View CA

Hi Ulla. How are you?

I hear that you are coming to Mountain View on May 15. Could we meet? I’m
pretty busy next week. I’m attending a conference on Monday. I’m speaking in
the afternoon and then I’m having dinner with some journalists. Brad and I are
meeting the engineering team on Tuesday afternoon, and then on Thursday
afternoon Brad is flying to New York for a meeting and I’ve decided to go with
him.

How does Wednesday at 10 am sound?

Regards, Jasbir

45. Why did Jasbir write this email?

A. To reschedule a conference.
B. To inform Ulla about Brad’s trip.
C. To set an appointment with Ulla.
D. To explain Mountain View’s programs.

46. What will Jasbir do on Thursday afternoon?

A. Attending a conference.
B. Having dinner with journalists.
C. Meeting the engineering team.
D. Flying to New York for a meeting.

47. What is the synonym of the word “trip”?

A. Route.
B. Journey.
C. Holiday.
D. Meeting.
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Questions 48 - 50 refer to the following report.

Fresh Corporation Quarterly Expenses

Second Quarter
Employee Qtr.
Name APR MAY JUN Total
John 165.00 142.00 150.00 457.00
Bill 132.00 100.00 121.00 353.00
Gail 75.00 98.00 101.00 274.00
Linda 100.00 00.00 00.00 100.00
TOTAL $472.00 $340.00 $372.00
$1184.00

Third Quarter
Employee Qtr.
Name JUL AUG SEP Total
John 243.00 187.00 132.00 562.00
Bill 125.00 130.00 118.00 373.00
Gail 68.00 94.00 77.00 239.00
Linda 00.00 135.00 147.00 282.00
TOTAL $436.00 $546.00 $474.00
$1456.00
48. What can be concluded from the above report?
A. John’s expenses in the 2nd quarter is the lowest.
B. All employees spent more than $100 in the 2nd quarter.
C. Bill consistently averaged the lowest monthly expenses.
D. Linda was either on leave or unable to work for a 3-month period.

49. What was the highest reported total of company expenses for a single month?
A. $243.00.
B. $546.00.
C. $562.00.
D. $1456.00.

50. What is the synonym of the word “quarterly”?

A. Every three months.
B. Every four months.
C. Every six months.
D. Every twelve months.

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