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1. Arrange the sentences below into a coherent paragraph

1. It is estimated that it has been cut off from the main land for perhaps 80
million years. It Is estimated that it has been cut off the main land for
perhaps 80 million years
2. Madagascar is an Island 250 miles of the coast of Africa
3. The island today is refuge for many form so flife that have be corner are or
extinction other parts of the world.
4. For example, up to 80 percent of Madagascas’s plant species are unique to
the island
5. In addition about 46 kinds of birds are found now here else.
6. Lemurs, which else where were unable to complete with their larger primate
cousins, the monkeys, continue to thrive in the isolation of Madagascar.
A. 2-1-3-4-5-6
B. 2-3-1-5-4-6
C. 2-4-5-1-6-3
D. 2-6-4-3-1-5

Read the text and complete the statement given below

ASBESTOS WASTE DISPOSAL SITE
BREATHING
ASBESTOS DUST
MAY CAUSE LUNG DESEASE AND CANCE

2. The text means that we…

A. Can play at the site because it is safe to waste things there
B. Should avoid the area because it is dangerous for our health
C. Must breathe well in order to avoid getting lung disease and cancer
D. Have to dispose our asbestos at the site to avoid having dangerous illness

Read the text and answer questions 3 to 6

The Caliph of Bagdad hired and intelligent and high spirited man as his court jester, and
was much amused by his clever, witty comments. The clown was so well loved by his
master that everyone at court showed him great respect. And so the Caliph was much (3)
……one day when he heard his beloved clown crying out in distress from the throne
room. The Caliph hurried there and was astonished to find the guards beating the clown
(4) ….. then he asked them to leave him.

The clown, however, (5) …. To weep and wail even after the guards had left.
“stop it” said the irritated Caliph. “you are still in one piece, are not you?”

“I am not crying for my self, my lord; I weep for you,” the clown explained.

“For me?”. Exclaimed the Caliph in surprise.

“Certainly ! if I get beaten in such a way for having been only a few minutes on the ( 6) ….
How many beatings must you have suffered in all the years that you have been there?

3. A. Excited
B. Afraid
C. Amazed
D. Surprised
4. A. Well
B. Badly
C. Hard
D. Fast

5. A. Continued
B. Stopped
C. Began
D. Made

6. A. Throne
B. Chair
C. Desk
D. Platform

Read the text and answer question 7 to 9

ANNOUNCEMENT
Dear students of SMP Nusantara
To commemorate the coming Youth Pledge Day, OSIS SMP Nusantara is going to hold
something very special. “THE FUNNIEST SHORT STORY COMPETETION”. Have you ever
thought of writing your own funniest short stories? Here is your chance, take part in our
competition and win amazing prizes.

Write your best and funniest short stories now. Think of funny experiences that you once
experienced at home, at school, at shopping centers or on your holidays.

Your funny short story must be on our table on 12 October 2013 and the winners will be
announced after the youth pledge day ceremony at school.

Having selected by a team, three best funniest stories will be voted by our school magazine
readers in this month edition. Lets commemorate our Youth Pledge Day this year while
improving your writing skill !

Alfa Nadiya
Chairperson of OSIS SMP Nusantara

7. What is the text about?

A. The competition which the school has done
B. The Programs of OSIS SP Nusantara
C. The Funniest short story competition
D. The coming Youth Pledge Day

8. Why does the school hold the competition?

A. To celebrate the coming Youth Pledge Day
B. To highlight the school success in education
C. To Develop student’s skill in telling stories
D. To make Students aware of themselves

9. What are the prizes for the winners like?

A. Terrifying
 B. Frightening
C. Surprising
D. Bewildering

Read the text and answer questions 10 to 11

“The Earth’s greatest gorge”. Then Grand Canyon is located in northwestern Arizona. It is
vastness is 217 miles long, and its widest spans over 17 miles across. It is not surprising that it
has been designated one of the seven wonders of the world.

The walls of the canyon are made of limestone, sandstone lava and other rocks. As the day
passes, the rocks reflect different colours. Many tourists come to the canyon just to watch
the rocks change colour.

Cottonwood and willow trees grow at the bottom of the canyon. Many varieties of cacti grow
here as well. The canyon is also home to many animals, such as bobcats, coyotes, kangaroo
rats and deer.

Today about 4 million visitor come to grand Canyon each year. Seeing the grand canyon is
always a breathtaking and unforgettable experience.

10. What makes the visitor feel interested watching the rocks ?
A. They have different sizes
B. They reflect human’s life
C. They can change into different colour
D. They can change its form.

11. “…..Grand Canyon is always a breathtaking and unforgettable experience” (last

paragraph). The underlined word has the same meaning as ….
A. Strong emotional
B. Available
C. Amazing
D. Unbelievable

Read the text and answer questions 12 to 15

One day long, some sailors set out to sea in their sailing ship. One of them brought his pet
monkey along for the long journey.

When they were far out at sea, a terrible storm overturned their ship. Overyone fell into the
sea and the monkey was sure that he would drown. Suddenly a dolphin appreared and
picked him up.

They soon reached the island and the monkey come down from the dolphin’s back. The
dolphin asked the monkey. “do you know this place?”.

The monkey replied, “ Yes, I do. In fact, the king of the island is my best friend. Do you know
that I am actually a prince?”

Knowing that no one lived on the island, the dolphin said, “ Well, well so you are a prince !
now you can be a king!”

The monkey asked, “How can I be a King?”

As the dolphin started swimming away, he answered, “that is easy. As you are the only
creature on this island you will naturally be the king !
12. What does the text tell you about?
A. The Sailors and their pets
B. The monkey and the dolphin
C. The dolphin and his friends
D. The king and the prince

13. What happened to the sailor’s ship?

A. The terrible storm overturned it
B. It drowned with all her loads
C. It hit an Island under the sea
D. Its machine stopped working

14. What is the dolphin like based on the text?

A. A wild creature
B. A helpful animal
C. A good swimmer
D. A nice friend

15. What moral message does the story have?

A. We should help one another in our real life
B. We must not act like a monkey in the woods
C. Those who lie and boast may end up in trouble
D. We may not talk too much about some new things

Read the text and answer questions 16 to 18

Ginger is a type of tropical plant. It is typically used in a variety of cuisines around the world.
It can also be used to add color and flair to gardens and landscapes. The most common type
of ginger used in cooking today is Zingiberofficinale.

As a root plant ginger can reach up to 4 feet high, with a stalk containing clusters of small,
yellow flowers. When eaten, ginger has a spicy taste –though this dulls as the plant ages,
young ginger plants are typically moist and fleshy, and become drier and more fibrous as
they age.

The root of the ginger plant is most often used in cooking. It can be grated, shredded, or
even sliced over various items. It is a commonly used ingredient for baking, and is used
regularly in cookies, cakes, pies, and other desserts. This plant can also be used as a
complementary spice to meats, fish, or even pasta dishes.

According to disabled world, ginger is often used in the treatment of cure of nausca, motion
sickness, and upset stomach, in addition, ginger use has been found to be effective in the
treatment of cataracts, ammenorhea, and heart disease.

16. The text tell us about ….

A. Herbal plants
B. Ginger plants
C. Use of Ginger
D. Ginger food
17. What is the main idea of paragraph 3?
A. Ginger can also be used as a complementary spice to dishes
B. Ginger is used regularly is cookies, cakes, pies, and other desserts.
C. Young ginger plants are typically moist and fleshy
D. The root of the ginger plant is most often used in cooking

18. “….and become drier and more fibrous as the age”. What does the underlined
word mean.
A. Become ripe
B. Grow old
C. Be rotten
D. Get wet

Read the text and answer questions 16 to 18

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