Read the following text to answer questions number 1 to 3.

Dear Aunt Tia

Aunty, I have some good news for you. Last month I passed my final examination. A week ago I
succeeded to join in a senior high school English competition. Last night my parents promised to
send me to a famous English course in my town. They also promised me if my scores in English are
good, they'll send me to a foreign university. Great, isn't it? I'll work hard. I want to be a great
pediatrician like you, Aunty.

Well, that's all for now. Looking forward to having your news.

Love

Debby

1. What is the purpose of the text?

A. To inform some good news

B. To describe the writer's school

C. To retell the writer's experience

D. To entertain the reader with a joke

2. What did Debby's parents promise her?

A. To make her a pediatrician

B. To send her to an English course

C. To send her to a senior high school

D. To make her pass the final examination

3. How does Debby feel?

A. Glad

B. Scared

C. Anxious
 D. Thoughtful

Read the following text to answer questions number 4 to 6.

Dear Betty,

I'm writing to you concerning of my last day in Jogja. I just got back from Borobudur, the wonderful
temple I've ever seen. The weather is fine. We are now staying in a hotel. It's not far from
Malioboro. We are treated will here. It has many excellent staff who serve the customers. We plan
to go around Malioboro after the children take a short nap. We want to enjoy having "lesehan"
there. It is a kind of a restaurant but we sit on the ground.

Many kinds of local handicraft are sold along Malioboro street. Both domestic and foreign tourists
are interested in them. I want to buy some as souvenirs. Don't worry, I'll also buy you the most
interesting one.

Love,

Dara

4. How do the staff serve the customers of the hotel?

A. Proudly

B. Badly

C. Interestingly

D. Nicely

5. The text gives us information about ....

A. The wonderful Borobudur temple

B. The souvenirs to be bought

C. Dara's last day in Jogja

D. A comfortable hotel near Malioboro

6. Who is the letter from?

 A. Customers

B. The hotel staffs

C. Betty

D. Dara

Read the following text to answer questions number 7 to 10.

Ubud, 7th April 2007

Dear Barbara,

Hi there. How are things with you? It's good to know that you are doing fine in business. Have you
received my postcard?

I am now sitting in my hotel room writing a letter to you about my wonderful holiday. I think this is
the most wonderful holiday have I ever had. There are a lot of interesting tourist objects to visit,
beautiful local art and craft, tasty traditional food, and much more. It's Thursday today. I can't
believe this my last day. I wish I could spend more time here. I am certain I will stay longer on my
next visit.

I'll be home about 3 p.m. tomorrow if the flight is on time. On Monday I must go back to work. I can't
wait to show my video to my class.

Okay, that's all for now. Send my love to your children.

Best wishes from,

Vivian

7. The letter tells us about ....

A. Vivian's holiday in Bali

B. Barbara's letter

C. Vivian's favorite places

D. Barbara's plan for Bali

8. On what day Vivian going to arrive home?

A. Thursday

B. Friday

C. Saturday

D. Sunday

9. "... the most wonderful holiday ..." The underlined word has the same meaning with ....

A. Usual

B. Awesome

C. Poor

D. Hateful

10. The letter shows that Vivian ....

A. Has not eaten the day before

B. Bought all beautiful local art

C. Has tried the traditional food

D. Did not have nice holiday

Mr. William Chan

Personenel Manager

Wong and Lim Consulting

PO Box 583, Kwai Chung

Kowloon

Dear Mr. Chan,

I am writing to apply for the post of Management Trainee, which was advertised on the Student
Affairs Office notice board of the Hongkong Polytechnic University on 1 March 2005.
My working experience at Lucky Star Garment Manufactory Limited improved my leadership skills,
communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. I have fluent spoken and written
English. I also have fluent spoken and written Mandarin, and can therefore work in mainland China.

Currently I am studying a B.A. in Management at the Hongkong Polytechnic University, graduating in

2005. Subjects which I am studying that are relevant to the post of Management Trainee include
Operations Management, Human Resources Management, Accounting, Marketing and strategic
Management.

During my studies I have had the post of Executive in management Society. While leading and
organizing Management Society. While leading and organizing Management Society activities I have
improved my ability to lead and supervise subordinates effectively, ability to work under pressure
and ability to work in a team environment.

Working for Wong and Lim Consulting appeals to me because it has a good reputation and it
provides excellent training. Your organization produces a high-quality service, and I can contribute to
this with my leadership skills and my ability to work under pressure.

I am available for interview at any time. I look forward to meeting you.

Yours sincerely,

Wong Wai Man Wilfred

Excl : Resume

1. What is the job title?

A. Consultant

B. Operation management

C. Human resources management

D. Accounting

E. Management trainee

2. What skills and personnel qualities are required?

A. Leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

B. Fluent spoken and written Mandarin

C. Have known about environment

D. Hard worker

E. Willing to work overtime

3. What is the name of the company or organization Wong Wai man Wilfred applying to?

A. Lucky Star Garment Manufactory Limited

B. Hong Kong Polytechnic University

C. Marketing and Strategic Management

D. Wong and Lim Consultant

E. Executive in the Management Society

4. Where does Mr. Chan live?

A. In the city of China

B. In the city of Hong Kong

C. In the city of England

D. In the city of Malaysia

E. In the city of Singapore

5. Who send the letter?

A. Mr. Chan

B. Mr. Wong

C. Mrs. Lim

D. Mr. Wong Wai Man Wilfred

E. Mr. Kwai Chung

6. What does Mr. Wilfred enclose the application letter?

A. Address
B. Job interview

C. Resume

D. Reputation

E. Skills

7. How does Mr. Wilfred know this ad?

A. From Wong and Lim Consulting

B. From Student Affairs Office notice board

C. From Lucky Star Garment Manufactory

D. From Hong Kong Polytechnic University

E. From Management Society

8. How many language does he master?

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

E. 5

9. What subject of study have relevant to Management Trainee?, except …

A. Operations Management

B. Human Resources Management

C. Accounting

D. Marketing and Strategic Management

E. Management Society

10. What position does he hold when he takes his degree?

 A. Operations management

B. Human resources Management

C. Accounting

D. Marketing and Strategic Management

E. Management Society

Mr. William Chan

Personenel Manager
Wong and Lim Consulting
PO Box 583, Kwai Chung
Kowloon

Dear Mr. Chan,

       I am writing to apply for the post of Management Trainee, which was advertised on the
Student Affairs Office notice board of the Hongkong Polytechnic University on 1 March 2005.
My working experience at Lucky Star Garment Manufactory Limited improved my leadership
skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. I have fluent spoken and
written English. I also have fluent spoken and written Mandarin, and can therefore work in
mainland China.
Currently I am studying a B.A. in Management at the Hongkong Polytechnic University,
graduating in 2005. Subjects which I am studying that are relevant to the post of Management
Trainee include Operations Management, Human Resources Management, Accounting,
Marketing and strategic Management.
During my studies I have had the post of Executive in management Society. While leading
and organizing Management Society. While leading and organizing Management Society
activities I have improved my ability to lead and supervise subordinates effectively, ability to
work under pressure and ability to work in a team environment.
Working for Wong and Lim Consulting appeals to me because it has a good reputation and
it provides excellent training. Your organization produces a high-quality service, and I can
contribute to this with my leadership skills and my ability to work under pressure.
I am available for interview at any time. I look forward to meeting you.

Yours sincerely,
Wong Wai Man Wilfred
Excl : Resume

1.        What is the job title?

A.        Consultant
B.        Operation management
C.      Human resources management
D.      Accounting
E.        Management trainee

2.        What skills and personnel qualities are required?

A.        Leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
B.        Fluent spoken and written Mandarin
C.      Have known about environment
D.      Hard worker
E.        Willing to work overtime

3.        What is the name of the company or organization Wong Wai man Wilfred applying to?
A.        Lucky Star Garment Manufactory Limited
B.        Hong Kong Polytechnic University
C.      Marketing and Strategic Management
D.      Wong and Lim Consultant
E.        Executive in the Management Society

4.        Where does Mr. Chan live?

A.        In the city of China
B.        In the city of Hong Kong
C.      In the city of England
D.      In the city of Malaysia
E.        In the city of Singapore
5.        Who send the letter?
A.        Mr. Chan
B.        Mr. Wong
C.      Mrs. Lim
D.      Mr. Wong Wai Man Wilfred
E.        Mr. Kwai Chung

6.        What does Mr. Wilfred enclose the application letter?

A.        Address
B.        Job interview
C.      Resume
D.      Reputation
E.        Skills

7.        How does Mr. Wilfred know this ad?

A.        From Wong and Lim Consulting
B.        From Student Affairs Office notice board
C.      From Lucky Star Garment Manufactory
D.      From Hong Kong Polytechnic University
E.        From Management Society

8.        How many language does he master?

A.        1
B.        2
C.      3
D.      4
E.        5

9.        What subject of study have relevant to Management Trainee?, except …

A.        Operations Management
B.        Human Resources Management
C.      Accounting
D.      Marketing and Strategic Management
E.        Management Society

10.     What position does he hold when he takes his degree?

A.        Operations management
B.        Human resources Management
C.      Accounting
D.      Marketing and Strategic Management
E.        Management Society

Questions 1 to 3 refer to the following text. 

Battelle Insurance Company

Chicago, Illinois

William P. Mervin
23 Dribble Drive 
Hobart, IL 33456
Policy Number:
A987 8907 E08

Car Description:

1993 Ford Escort

Enclosed is your latest dividend check. Since Battelle’s claim costs continue to be less than
anticipated, our Board of Directors has authorized payment of this dividend on your auto insurance
policy.

If you have any questions about your auto policy, or about insurance for your home, life, or health,
please call me.

We are pleased to send you this dividend and to take this opportunity to thank you for selecting
Battelle as your insurer.

Sincerely,

Joe Mullee
Battelle Insurance Agent

1. For what insurance is the coverage on the above policy?

A. Life
B. Home
C. Health.
D. Automobile

2. What has William Mervin received from his insurance company?

A. A payment on a claim
B. A rebate on his payment
C. A bill for insurance coverage
D. A notice of his policy cancellation

3. “ … to take this opportunity to thank you …” (last paragraph)

The underlined word refers to ….
A. profit
B. chance
C. payment
D. information
Offering Something (Menawarkan Sesuatu)

Ini adalah ungkapan yang disampaikan untuk menawarkan suatu barang, bantuan, atau pertolongan
kepada orang lain. Dalam bahasa Inggris, contoh ekspresi yang sopan untuk menawarkan sesuatu
kepada orang lain adalah:

* Your bag looks heavy. May I help you carrying it? (Tas Anda kelihatannya berat. Bisakah saya bantu
membawanya?)

* Would you like a cup of hot tea? (Anda mau secangkir teh panas?)

* I have just bought a good book, would you like to read it too? (Aku baru saja beli buku yang bagus,
kamu ingin membacanya juga?)

Sedangkan Offering Help adalah menawarkan yang secara spesifik tentang bantuan yang bisa
diberikan pada orang lain. Misalnya:

* Is the English homework difficult? Let me help you doing it. (Apakah PR Bahasa Inggrisnya sulit?
Akan kubantu mengerjakan)

Berikut adalah 10 soal pilihan ganda tentang offering help dan jawabannya (dicetak tebal).

1. Jane: You look pale.

Jim: I've got a serious headache.

Jane:  ....................

A. Let me take you to the restaurant.

B. What about a glass of avocado juice?

C. Let me take you to the hospital.

D. Would you like fried or steamed chicken?

2. Tom: This question is so difficult to answer.

Jerry: ............................

A. Just don't answer it.

B. Let's stop studying and go playing.

C. Would you like a cup of coffee?

D. Let me help you working on it.

3. Mike: Oh my God, I left my book at home.

Dave: ...........................

A. Shall I take it for you?

B. Just forget it.

C. Let me take you to school.

D. I'll treat you chicken noodles.

4. Nick: Sir, I think I'm lost.

Jeremy: .............................

A. Let me help you carrying your bag.

B. Can I help you? I know this place.

C. May I help you? I have a dog too.

D. Shall I clean your shoes.

5. Steve: I don't understand chemistry at all.

Banner: .................................

A. How about having dinner with me?

B. How about going to the beach?

C. How about studying together with me?

D. How about calling the police?

6. Natasha: I want to go shopping but I don't have any vehicle.

Wanda: .................................

A. Shall I take you to the hospital with my car?

B. Shall I take you to the school with my car?

C. Shall I take you to the market with my car?

D. Shall I take to the zoo with my car?

7. May: Ah, these books are so heavy.

Ethan: .................................

A. Let me help you throwing them away.

B. Let me help you sorting them.

C. Let me help you cleaning them.

D. Let me help you carrying them.

8. Sam: My car won't start.

Anna: ............................
A. May I help you? I know about car.

B. May I help you? I know about construction.

C. May I help you? I know about electricity.

D. May I help you? I know about bicycle.

9. Liz: I'm very thirsty.

Mary: ......................

A. Should I bring you a bottle of sauce?

B. Should I bring you a bowl of noodles?

C. Should I bring you a glass of orange juice?

D. Should I bring you a can of soup?

10.  Upin: I have a lot of things to do. I'm confused which one to do first.

Ipin: ..............................

A. What can I do for you?

 B. Where should we go?

C. When can you do that?

D. How are you?

1. Muhammad Danial: Can I help you carry the bag to your room?

Hasnawati              : No, thank you. I can do it myself.

The underlined words show ...

a. asking to do something.
b. apologizing for a mistake.
c. agreeing with someone's opinion.
d. offering to do something.
e. disagreeing with someone's opinion.

1.       Vey : I want to use this new juicer machine….

Salesman : Yes, Ma’am. First, you stand on the left side of the machine.
 
A.      Let me tell you how to switch it on.
B.      Could I possibly tell you?
C.      Could you tell me how to operate it?
D.      May I tell you?

2.       Lidya : What are you doing?

Vera : ….

A.      I will have to arrange the annual meeting.

B.      I am checking my mails, and putting them in the agenda.
C.      I have sent this insurance policy to a new client.
D.      I met some clients this morning.

3.       Visitor : Why is this place so messy?

Host : I’m sorry. …. But we’ll tidy it up as soon as possible.

A.      The office boy didn’t come this week.

B.      The receptionist will inform you later.
C.      Can you help us clean it?
D.      It’s not a problem, right?

4.       Rama : Will Mr. Sartono give a speech in the opening ceremony?

Sinta : … because he is still in Sydney.

A.      He’s one of board directors.

B.      He should be there now.
C.      He’ll come here on time.
D.      He may not attend it.

5.       Esti: I need to go to the post offie. …?

Dhena : Sure. The key is on my desk.
A.      Can I use your car?
B.      Do you mind going there alone?
C.      Would you like to drive the bus?
D.      May I have some paper?

6.       Alice : What’s your brother’s activity during the weekend?

Elly : … . He’s fond of surfing.

A.      He usually goes to the beach

B.      He likes to stay at home.
C.      He often hangs out with his friends.
D.      He spends most of the time in the court.

7.       Benny : We haven’t met for ages. …

Wardy : Well, I regret to say that I am unable to do it, next time maybe.

A.      Could you invite me to your new house?

B.      Let’s drop in here for a cup of coffee.
C.      Why don’t you contact me?
D.      I’ll introduce you to my wife.

8.       Ina : Did you know that Izhar got an accident?

Ani : Oh, dear. … Is he okay? And what actually happened?
Ina : A car hit him.

A.      He should go to the hospital.

B.      That’s awful.
C.      He deserved to get it.
D.      Don’t worry.

9.       Wisnu : How did you get to Surabaya?

Ujang : … It’s really fun and exciting trip.

A.      I got on a train.

B.      I stayed in the nearest hotel.
C.      I drive through the cities.
D.      I look for a bus.

10.   Sri : What will happen if it rains?

Deny : Well, I think so we must be careful in driving the car.

A.      The sky would be cloudy.

B.      The plants will be wet.
C.      The rain could be heavy.
D.      The road will be slippery.

11.   Stranger : I’ve spent almost half an hour to find the central post office. Can you show me where it is?
Martinus : Of course ….
Stranger : Thank you very much.

A.      Find the post office, and you will see the tall building next to it.
B.      Go across this street, the clinic is next to the post office.
C.      Go along this street. It is next to Aman Bank.
D.      Come to the town and I will show you the post office.

12.   Guest : Excuse me, could you show me where the welcome drinks are?
Clerk : Sure, …. You can use the escalator.
A.      Turn off the light and then put it down.
B.      It’s on the second floor at the Singgasana Cafe.
C.      Take a bus route number 16.
D.      Keep walking two blocks.

13.   Receptionist : Good morning, “Sederhana Restaurant”, can I help you?

Caller : Yes, ….
Receptionist : Certainly, sir.

A.      Can I reserve two seats for the evening concert?

B.      I’d like to book a ticket to Aceh.
C.      I’d like to reserve a table for two.
D.      May I book a single room for tomorrow?

14.   Lhungga : I’m thinking about quitting my studies.

Bertha : Are you serious? What’s going on?
Lhungga : I need to help my family’s financial problem …

A.      I’m bored with my bad scores.

B.      I don’t want to work for a bigger company.
C.      I’m thinking about getting myself a job.
D.      I’m thinking about becoming a good student.

15.   Chelsea : My pay-check comes every Wednesday. I want to open a bank account, but my car is still in the
service station until next Tuesday.
Kimmi : Don’t worry, ….

A.      I’ll find a registration card for you.

B.      I’ll pick up your car tomorrow.
C.      The bank will always waiting for you.
D.      You can use my car.

16.   Siti : This novel looks very interesting.

Septi : Yes, it’s very good. There are a lot of moral lesson in it. I have just read it.
Siti : ……………………………
Septi : Yes, of course, but note more than three days, I’m going to return it.

A.      Do you think I could borrow it?

B.      Will you buy the novel soon?
C.      Could I buy novel?
D.      Could you tell me about the lesson?

17.   Bambang : I’m having a party on Friday ….

Sita : Well, thanks for inviting me, but I’m afraid I’m busy then.
Bambang : Oh, that’s too bad. Maybe some other time.

A.      Could you drive me?

B.      Can you come?
C.      Would you invite me?
D.      May I ask you about it?

18.   Arya : How was your trip to Bandung?

Sandy : It’s nice. … it made two days too short to pass.

A.      I really enjoyed being there.

B.      I couldn’t see any places.
C.      I’ll be there again tomorrow.
D.      Bandung really makes everyone happy.

19.   Resa : Sales, Dena Resa speaking.

Puji : May I speak to Thomas, please?
Resa : I’m sorry. His line is busy right now. …?
Puji : All right. Please tell him Puji called.

A.      May I take a message?

B.      Who’s speaking?
C.      Could you wait for him?
D.      Would you like to hold on?

20.   Harry : Perhaps we could out for dinner. ….

Jenny : That’d be lovely. We’ve planned it several times ever since we moved here.

A.      What about driving around in the village?

B.      Why don’t we eat together at home?
C.      Should we order the food now?
D.      What about going to the office?

21.   Tourist : Excuse me. Can you show me the place to buy merchandise?
Student : Well, the gift shop is over there at the corner of the street…… You’ll see it in front of the nursery
school.

A.      I’m sorry I don’t know.

B.      It’s close in the afternoon.
C.      There are two gift shops around here.
D.      Just walk along this street for two blocks.

22.   Anna : ……………….?
Gary : What’s wrong with it?
Anna : It’s hard to read the result.

A.      Will you save this document?

B.      Could you check the program?
C.      Could you print this document again?
D.      Can I help you, please?

23.   Agus : What are you going to do after your graduate Tika?

Tika : ………………….
Agus : What will you take?
Tika : I think majoring in Mathematics.

A.      I plan to go to college.

B.      I’m working as a clerk.
C.      I’ll try to find a job.
D.      I’ll travel around the world.

24.   Uncle : I didn’t see your mother. Where is she?

Nephew : She is in the kitchen. ………………..

A.      She should have cooked lunch.

B.      She used to order some fruits from that place.
C.      She is preparing our meal.
D.      She was busy helping after in the office.
25.   Erik : You look exhausted. You need a break.
Trisno : ………………. Unfortunately, the company doesn’t have many employees.

A.      If I were you, I would talk to the manager.

B.      I’ll get a job if I don’t do it.
C.      If I were the manager, I would go for a vacation.
D.      I’d do it if I weren’t too much work.

26.   Ramli : I’ve just bought this mobile phone and I still don’t know how to use it. Who do you think can help me?
Kevin : ………… He works at a phone service center.

A.      You must go to the shopping mall.

B.      Sonny might be able to handle the problem.
C.      Sonny can ask your help.
D.      You should buy a new manual book.

27.   Hasan : Excuse me, ……… on May 15th and 16th. Is it available?

Receptionist : I’m sorry, sir. I am afraid our hotel is fully booked at that time.

A.      I’d like to reserve a room.

B.      I need to order a birthday cake.
C.      I need to confirm about my reservation.
D.      I’d like to book a ticket.

28.   Nurul : ……………
Dayat : Well, he usually drives, but today he is taking the bus.

A.      When will Mr. John arrive?

B.      How did Andi arrive at school?
C.      What time does he leave today?
D.      How does your father go to the office?

29.   Selly : What are you going to do for your father’s birthday?

Tanty : ……… He loves reading very much.

A.      I would have made a birthday cake.

B.      I can ask him for classical records.
C.      I will buy him some novels.
D.      I will give him a beautiful hat.

30.   Jane : Where’s John?

Joe : He’s in the kitchen now. …. We’ll have special guest tonight.

A.      He’s having breakfast.

B.      He’s cooking the dinner.
C.      We’re having lunch together.
D.      We’re eating our meal.

1. C                                                                                             16. A
2. B                                                                                             17. B
3. A                                                                                             18. D
4. D                                                                                             19. A
5. A                                                                                             20. C
6. A                                                                                             21. D
7. B                                                                                             22. C
8. B                                                                                             23. A
9. A                                                                                             24. A
10. D                                                                                           25. D
11. C                                                                                           26. B
12. B                                                                                           27. A
13. C                                                                                           28. D
14. C                                                                                           29. C
15. D                                                                                           30. B