CONTOH SOAL TRYOUT BAHASA INGGRIS SMK

TAHUN PELAJARAN 2016/2017

A. 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:

Sample Answer:

A B C D

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 one (1) on your test paper.
1. 2.

3.

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PART II. QUESTIONS – RESPONSES. Questions 4 to 7.
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 four 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 : Sample Answer:
You will also hear : D
A B C

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 four (4) on your test paper.

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

PART III. SHORT CONVERSATIONS. 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 eight (8) on your test paper.

8. What are the speakers looking for? 9. What has Smith done?
A. A hotel A. He retired.
B. A restaurant B. He resigned.
C. A parking lot C. He started working.
D. A gas station D. He was promoted.

10. What will happen to the secretary? 11. What will probably the woman do?
A. She will be fired. A. Hold a party
B. She will receive the promotion. B. Go with the man
C. She will be sent to another department. C. Pick up the president
D. She will be offered a permanent position. D. Finish some deadlines

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.

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Now let’s begin with the following short talk.

12. Which people will mostly find the 13. Which occasion needs advanced
information useful? registration?
A. Office personnel A. Painting class
B. School students B. Poster sessions
C. Capital owners C. Lecture on artists
D. Film directors D. Foreign film series

14. What is the information about? 15. What should we do after adjusting the toasting
A. How to bake bread using an electrical level?
device A. Insert the bread into the slot
B. How to slice toasted bread and serve it B. Put on some seasoning
C. How to enjoy fresh and crispy bread C. Wait for the process
D. How to add different taste on bread D. Take the bread out

B. READING SECTION

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

PART V. Directions: From questions 16 – 25, four clauses/sentences, marked (A), (B), (C), or (D), are
given beneath each incomplete dialog. Choose the one clause/sentence that best
completes the dialog. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question
and mark your answer.

16. Matthew : I love what you’re wearing today.

Angelina : You do? I just bought this outfit a couple days ago.
Matthew : Seriously, ….
Angelina : Thank you.
A. it is really tight
B. it is so complicated
C. it costs very expensive
D. it looks really good on you

17. Wulan : You look starving. ...?

Ditha : That’s very kind of you. Thanks.
A. Do you need to order something else
B. Would you like to see the menu
C. Can I take you to meet the chef
D. Could I bring you some food

18. Richard : OK, Greg, that’s enough for today.

Greg : I think so. Hey, there’s Amber. She’s just coming in. ...?
Richard : No, but I’d like to.
Greg : Come on. I’ll introduce you.
A. Have you invited her
B. Has she called you
C. Have you met her
D. Has she known it

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19. Dafiza : My electronic dictionary broke down. I didn’t know what happened. Do you have any
idea?
Syfa : ...? It is trusted and guaranteed.
Dafiza : OK. I’ll do it on the way to the office tomorrow.
A. Can I help you to fix it
B. Can I buy a new one for you
C. Would you mind lending me yours
D. Would you take it to the repair shop

20. Fanny : The Fast and Furious 4 is the best picture ever.
Yulia : ... It is mostly irrational. There are too many parts that don’t make sense at all.
A. I’m against you.
B. I agree with you.
C. I’m on your side.
D. I think you’re right.

21. Kotaro : So, did you propose a loan to the bank?

Abbas : Yes. It is for a new business. I hope … soon.
A. it should be returned
B. it can be withdrawn
C. it will be approved
D. it must be paid

22. Yunifa : I’m just going to go get a sandwich and eat at my desk.
Manager : OK. And Nifa? You should ... when you go out. So we are still reachable.
Yunifa : Of course, I will.
A. never leave anything in the room
B. turn on the answering machine
C. disconnect the internet first
D. just lock the door properly

23. Security : What are you doing here? ...

Mr. Lee : Sorry but I have an appointment with Dr. Shoon Lee. She’s my sister.
Security : Show me your ID card, please.
Mr. Lee : Here you are.
Security : I see. Well, she’s in the 3rd floor.
A. You mustn’t enter this building.
B. You don’t have to come with me.
C. You don’t have to see the doctor.
D. You aren’t allowed to take the cards.

24. Rayhan : What’s your plan for the next long weekend?
Aulia : … My family loves swimming very much.
A. We’ll go to tea plantation.
B. I’m going to learn cooking.
C. I plan to leave my hometown.
D. We’ll go to ‘Clear’ Water Park.

25. Naufal : Did you watch the late news program on television last night?
Tedy : No. I was very exhausted. ...
A. I went to bed early
B. I left for a fitness center
C. I was out with my friends
D. I had to finish some deadlines

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26. Jessica : My brother wants to quit from his present job. He thinks of a different career.
Mirnawati : If he changes career, ....
Jessica : That’s right. He will need times to adapt himself.
A. he will be very lucky
B. it may be hard at first
C. it will be overcapacity
D. he should hire new people

PART VI. Directions: Questions 27 – 35 are based on a selection of text dialogs. Choose the one best
answer, (A), (B), (C), or (D), to each question. Answer all the questions following
each text dialog on the basis of what is stated or implied in the selection. Then, on
your answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer.

Questions 27 – 29 are based on the following text dialog.

Roger : Winda, the executive board would like to invite you to serve as chairperson of
the Annual Banquet Committee. Would you accept it?
Winda : It would be a lot of work, but yes, I would accept.
Roger : Good. Please see me after the meeting, and I’ll give you the minutes of mine
from last year.
Winda : Fine. I’ll be at your room, then.

27. What is the writer’s purpose by composing the text?

A. explain to the readers why Roger and Winda are busy
B. tell the readers how Roger and Winda work together
C. notify the readers what Roger wants Winda to do
D. inform the readers why Roger contacts Winda

28. What job has Winda agreed to accept?

A. Take notes at a meeting
B. Prepare a lot of work
C. Serve on the board
D. Chair a committee

29. “and I’ll give you the minutes of ...” (line 4)

The synonym of the underlined word is ....
A. days
B. notes
C. times
D. letters

Questions 30 – 32 are based on the following text dialog.

Tom : Now put the forks to the left of the plate and the knives and soup spoons to
the right.
Vera : What about the water glasses? Where do they go?
Tom : Put them above the plates to the right. And see that bowl of flowers? Put that
in the middle of the table.
Vera : Good idea. It will make the table look more appealing.

30. What are the people doing?

A. Setting the table
B. Making a drink
C. Serving dinner
D. Boiling water
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31. Where should the water glasses be placed?
A. On the right side of the plates
B. On the left side of the forks
C. Above the bowl of flowers
D. Over the plates to the right

32. “... the table look more appealing.” (last line)

The underlined word is synonymous with ....
A. exclusive
B. attractive
C. modern
D. large

Questions 33 – 35 are based on the following text dialog.

Bonny: I had my house painted last week.

Doddy: Did you have your broken windows repaired?
Bonny: Yes, and I got my sink installed finally.
Doddy: Have you had your carpets cleaned yet?
Bonny: No, I got them all replaced. The stains wouldn’t come out.
Doddy: I heard your car was towed away last week.
Bonny: Yes, and it’s really a shame. I was charged an arm and a leg to get it back.

33. What is the dialog mainly about?

A. Bonny’s recent arrangement
B. Doddy’s broken windows
C. Doddy’s old misfortunes
D. Bonny’s past occurrence

34. How does Bonny feel about his towed car?

A. He was quite disappointed
B. He was quite embarrassed
C. He was really contented
D. He was really outraged

35. “I was charged an arm and a leg ...” (last line)

The underlined phrase means that Bonny had to ....
A. pay very expensive
B. register an account
C. be hospitalised
D. be imprisoned

PART VII. Directions: Questions 36 – 50 are based on a selection of reading materials, such as notices,
letters, forms, articles, advertisements, etc. Choose the one best answer, (A),
(B), (C), or (D), to each question. Answer all the questions following each
reading selection on the basis of what is stated or implied in the selection. Then,
on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer.

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Questions 36 – 37 are based on the following text.

Many travelers prefer to buy foreign currency in their own countries before they leave,
both for convenience and as a hedge against possible market fluctuations.

Arriving in a foreign country can be a bewildering experience, even for seasoned

globetrotters. By buying your currency beforehand, you can become acquainted with the
value and appearance of the notes and coins, as well as avoid any exchange commissions
applied by foreign banks for the conversion of foreign currency. It is more convenient to
have some local currency with you immediately upon arrival in a foreign country for the
inevitable initial expenses, such as taxis, meals, and tips, as your arrival might not
coincide with normal banking hours. As soon as you arrive, you can be ready to go
without wasting time lining up to exchange your money.

36. The text mainly tells that before going abroad, travelers should ....
A. change their money
B. go through customs
C. pay for initial expenses
D. watch the stock market

37. What is true about visitors to foreign countries?

A. They can be confused with various denominations.
B. They can apply exchange commissions to banks.
C. They don’t need certain local currency.
D. They can avoid different taxis.

38. “... even for seasoned globetrotters.” (sentence 1, paragraph 2)

The underlined phrase means ....
A. summer tourists
B. a basketball team
C. experienced travelers
D. international gourmets

Questions 39 – 41 are based on the following text.

How to Fax from a Computer?

Are you on the go and need to send a fax or just don't want to buy a fax machine? Well here's your
answer:

1. Check that your PC or laptop has a phone line card also called a modem.
2. Plug it in! Plug in a phone line from the modem to the wall jack.
3. Check for and run a fax program. You may have one pre-installed such as Windows Fax
and Scan.
4. Scan and save the document.
5. Send it to the recipient.
6. Save the document then send it to the recipient.

39. What is the purpose of the writer by composing the text?

A. To give instruction on how to repair a computer
B. To explain about how to send a fax from a computer
C. To inform people about checking their PCs or laptops
D. To tell some reasons why people should buy a fax machine

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40. What should we do if we want to send a fax without a fax machine?
A. Change the machine with a new PC.
B. Check if a modem is available.
C. Go to a PC or computer store.
D. Repair the fax machine.

41. “Save the document then send it to the recipient.”

The synonym of the underlined word is ….
A. caller
B. reader
C. partner
D. receiver

Questions 42 – 44 are based on the following text.

Iceland is an island in the North Atlantic Ocean. Do you know that in the summer, it is sunny for
20 hours a day? But in the winter, the weather is terrible. It is dark for 19 or 20 hours a day. What
can you do for fun in Iceland? Well, you can do many things outdoors. Canoeing and fishing are
very popular. There are also many beautiful mountains. Some of the mountains are volcanoes.
You can climb these mountains or explore caves.

At the end of the day, when you’re tired and you want to relax, you can go swimming in the Blue
Lagoon, a huge hot spring. The temperature in the Lagoon is hot. Some people think that the water
can help sick people. After swimming, you can go to a café and go dancing to the famous Bjork
and her band, the Sugar cubes. Think about Iceland for your next vacation – it’s awesome!

42. What is expected from the readers by reading the text?

A. Be interested in visiting the fascinating island.
B. Understand more about many outdoor activities.
C. Be proud of the most beautiful ocean for holiday.
D. Know clearly about weather changes in certain places.

43. What is the first paragraph about?

A. Things we need to know about Iceland
B. Various weather happening in Iceland
C. Some beautiful mountains to climb
D. Many amazing sport parks for fun

44. “... for your next vacation -- it’s awesome!” (last sentence)
The underlined word is synonymous with ....
A. very tiring
B. reasonable
C. impressive
D. mountainous

Questions 45 – 47 are based on the following text.

Alice Walker has written books of poetry and short stories, a biography, and several novels.
She is probably best known for her novel The Color Purple, published in 1982. The book
vividly narrates the richness and complexity of black people living in rural Georgia during
1920’s and 1930’s. Although the novel was attacked by certain critics when it was first
published, it was highly praised by others and won both the American Book Award and the
Pulitzer Prize for fiction. It became a best-seller and was made into a successful film by
director Steven Spielberg. The novel gets much of its special flavor from its use of
vocabulary, rhythms, and grammar of Black English, as well as from its epistolary style.
This style of writing was a narrative structure commonly used by the eighteenth- century
novelists, such as Jane Austen and Jean-Jacques Rousseau.
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40. After reading the text, the readers are expected to ....
A. become a well-known film actor or director
B. be able to compose a story of rural Georgia
C. understand some information about a writer
D. be familiar with English poetry and short stories

41. According to the text, Alice Walker ....

A. attacked other people for their book failure
B. won some prizes for her popular novel
C. directed a film about the black people
D. published some biographies in 1982

42. “... vividly narrates the richness ...” (3rd sentence)

The underlined word is closest in meaning to ....
A. clearly
B. strongly
C. qucikly
D. seriously

Questions 48 – 50 are based on the following text.

For : All teachers

From : Principal

A welcome assembly will be held on Saturday, July 11, at 08.30 A.M., in

our School Hall. Attire is informal. Refreshments will be served. Agenda
items include meeting new teachers for our school and funding for next
school programs. All teachers are encouraged to come, as this will be a
good opportunity for everybody to meet one another and share ideas
before the school year opens.

48. What is the text about?

A. An invitation to a meeting.
B. An offer for new employees.
C. Some programs for new schools.
D. Some agendas to recruit teachers.

49. What will probably teachers do if they attend the event?

A. Hold the assembly earlier
B. Take their own food
C. Wear casual clothes
D. Share the agendas

50. “All teachers are encouraged to ...” (5th sentence)

The synonym of the underlined word is ....
A. participated
B. suggested
C. informed
D. provided

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