PEMERINTAH KABUPATEN JOMBANG

DINAS PENDIDIKAN
SMP NEGERI I SUMOBITO
Alamat : Segodorejo Sumobito Jombang Telp.0321-495587

ULANGAN SEMESTER GANJIL

TAHUN PELAJARAN 2020/2021
Nama : ......................................... Bidang Studi : Bahasa Inggris
Kelas : VIII Waktu : 90 menit

PETUNJUK UMUM
1. Perhatikan dan ikuti petunjuk pengisian pada lembar jawaban yang disediakan.
2. Periksa dan bacalah soal-soal sebelum kalian menjawab.
3. Laporkan kepada pengawas apabila terdapat lembar soal yang kurang jelas atau tidak lengkap.
4. Periksalah pekerjaan kalian sebelum diserahkan kepada pengawas ujian.
5. Tidak diijinkan menggunakan kalkulator, HP, Kamus atau alat bantu lainnya.

CHOOSE THE BEST ANSWER A, B, C or D !

1. Mrs. Alya : … I have an announcement for you.
Alwi : What’s that, Ma’am?
Mrs. Alya : We will have a national jambore next month.

A. That’s great! C. Do you understand.

B. Please listen to me. D. I think it’s good for you.

This text is for questions no. 2 – 5

Mrs. Bela : What happened to your shirt, Ivan?

Ivan : It was torn, Grandma.
Mrs. Bela : Don’t worry. I’ll mend it for you.
Ivan : You don’t need to do that, Grandma.
Mrs. Bela : What do you mean? Can you sew it yourself?
Ivan : No, grandma, but I’m interested to do it myself. Is it easy, Grandma?
Mrs. Bela : Yes. You only need to prepare the thread. Set it in the sewing machine like this.
Ivan : Then, what should I do, Grandma?
Mrs. Bela : Hold the cloth like this. Then press the ON knob and start sewing. Get the point?
Ivan : Yes, Grandma.
Mrs. Bela : Now, sew your shirt!
Ivan : O.K. Thanks, Grandma.

2. What is Ivan going to do?

A. Learn to make clothes. C. Try to sew his shirt by himself.
B. Repair a sewing machine. D. Sew a shirt using a sewing machine.

3. Mrs. Bela says, “Get the point?”

What does she express?
A. She compliments Ivan. C. She asks for Ivan’s opinion.
B. She gets Ivan’s attention. D. She checks Ivan’s understanding.
4. Mrs. Bela says, “Set it in the sewing machine like this.”
What does the underlined word refer to?
A. The cloth. C. The machine.
B. The thread. D. The sewing machine.

5. Mr. Adam : Febrian is appointed the OSIS chairperson.

Dinda : ….
A. You know what!
B. Is everything clear?
C. Do you have another opinion?
D. No wonder! He is smart and has a good personality.

This text is for questions no. 6 – 8

Dhandy : What do you think of my haircut?
Rofidah : That’s neat and stylish! Where did you cut your hair?
Dhandy : My father did it.
Rofidah : Your father is a sailor, isn’t he?
Dhandy : Yes, but he is gifted in everything, including cutting hair.
Rofidah : Wow, that’s cool! Anyway, is he at home now?
Dhandy : Yes. He is off for several weeks.
6. From the text we know that…
A. Dhandy wants to cut his hair C. Rofidah cuts her hair.
B. Dhandy is asking Rofidah’s opinion D. Rofidah is very good at cutting hair.

7. Rofidah says, “That’s neat and stylish!”

What does she express?
A. She asks for Dhandy’s opinion. C. She cheeks Dhandy’s understanding.
B. She gets Dhandy’s attention. D. She compliments Dhandy’s hair style

8. What profession probably suits Dhandy’s father after retirement?

A. A barber. C. A tailor.
B. A sailor. D. A teacher.

This text is for questions no. 9 - 11

Shika : I can’t run this computer program. This is the first time I use it. Can you tell me
how to operate it, please?
Star : I can’t either. Let’s meet Rizal. He is very good at operating computer programs.
Shika : You’re right. He made a wonderful presentation last week.

9. What does Shika ask Star to do?

A. To teach her how to operate a computer program.
B. To help her install a new computer program.
C. To help her make a presentation.
D. To tell Rizal that she needs his assistant.

10. Star says, “I can’t either.”

What does it mean?
A. He has never heard about the program. C. He doesn’t have time to meet Rizal.
B. He will not help Shika do the project. D. He cannot operate that program.
11. From the dialog we know that ….
A. Shika and Star are learning a new computer program.
B. Star helps Shika install a new computer program.
C. Shika just bought a new laptop computer.
D. Star is smarter than Shika.

This text is for question no. 12

the park – amazing – think – I – will – going – be – to
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12. The best arrangement for the words above is …
A. 4 – 3 – 1 – 2 – 6 – 8 – 7 C. 4 – 3 – 6 – 8 – 1 – 5 – 7 – 2
B. 4 – 3 – 6 – 7 – 2 – 1 – 5 D. 4 – 3 – 2 – 1 – 5 – 7 – 8 – 6

This text is for questions no. 13 – 14

Hirza : Elgin, will you get me the hose from the warehouse, please?
Hasya : Sorry, I won’t. I have to go now.
Hirza : Wait! I just need your help for a few seconds.
Hasya : Sorry, I’m already late. Bye, Hirza.
Hirza : Bye.

13. Hasya says, “Sorry, I won’t”

What does she express?
A. Her intention to help Hirza. C. Her unwillingness to help Hirza.
B. Her incapability to help Hirza. D. Her uncertainty to help Hirza.

14. From the dialog we know that ....

A. Hirza is busy recently. C. Hirza and Hasya will work together.
B. Hasya has no time to help Hirza. D. Hirza will leave the house immediately.

This picture is for question no. 15

15. After reading the notice, the mall visitors must …
A. Keep away from the area
B. Help cleaning the area
C. Throw the garbage everywhere
D. Record the process of cleaning

This picture is for questions no. 16 – 17

DON’T LEAN THE GLASS WALL

FRAGILE!

16. What should visitors do after reading the text?

A. Stay away from the wall. C. Touch the wall carefully.
B. Clean the wall carefully. D. See the object through the glass.

17. The word “fragile” has a similar meaning to ....

A. durable C. visible
B. breakable D. accessible.
This text is for questions no. 18 – 19
Mr. Rafi : You haven’t finished your assignment, Nizam?
Nizam : No, I haven’t.
Mr. Rafi : It’s already late, son. You have to go to bed now, so that you will be fit
tomorrow.
Nizam : I know, but I have to finish it now, Dad. I must collect it tomorrow.
Mr. Rafi : I see, but you should keep your condition well. I hope you can finish it soon.
Nizam : Yes, Dad. Thanks.

18. Which sentence expresses a recommendation?

A. You have to go to bed now, so that you are fit tomorrow.
B. I see, but you should keep your condition well.
C. I know, but I have to finish it now, Dad
D. I hope you can finish it soon.

19. What can we learn from Nizam?

A. Be a diligent student. C. Schedule our activities well.
B. Always stay up late. D. Stop learning when exhausted.

This text is for question no. 20

Yahya : Sir, may we open the dictionary in case of having difficulty in translating some
words?
Mr. Amin : I’m afraid you may not do that. You should simply do the test with no
dictionary.

20. From the text we may conclude that to do the test, students need to ….
A. ask Mr. Amin about the answer C. translate all words
B. bring dictionary into the test D. prepare the test well

This text is for questions no. 21 – 23

We must not be late to school. We must come on time to class and to the flag ceremony.
If we are late, we must wait outside the gate. We must not come in until the security guard
gives us permission. We must sign a paper before we enter the class. If we cannot come on
time for any reason, we must hand in a notice from parents to the principal.

21. What is the text about?

A. School lessons. C. Students’ activities.
B. School activities. D. School rules.

22. “We must come on time to class and to the flag ceremony.”
What is the similar meaning of the underlined word?
A. Late C. Punctual.
B. Early. D. Immediate

23. What can we learn from the text?

A. Always respect each other. C. Do the school tasks seriously.
B. Always be disciplined. D. Appreciate others’ achievement.
This picture is for question no. 24

24. After reading the notice, the readers should ....

A. not do bullying friends in school
B. keep bullying persons in school
C. not keep the school safe
D. keep the school safe

This text is for questions no. 25 – 27

Rafli : Najma, let’s do the group work this Sunday morning, around 10 a.m.
Najma : Sure. Where are we going to do it?
Dewi : What about at my house?
Rafli : No problem.
Najma : That’s fine, but I don’t know your house.
Dewi : It’s not difficult. Just take a bus number 10 and stop at Sehat Pharmacy’s bus stop.
My house is next to the pharmacy.
Najma : I see.
Dewi : Call me whenever you can’t find it.
Najma : Sure, I will. What about you, Rafli? Do you know Dewi’s house?
Rafli : Yeah, I’ve been there twice. Well, we’ve been classmates since the seventh grade.
Dewi : O.K., everyone, I’ll see you at my house this Sunday morning.
Rafli : See you, Dewi.
Najma : See you, bye.

25. What will Dewi, Rafli and Najma do this Sunday morning?
A. Discuss their group assignment. C. Plant their activities for the day.
B. Do their own assignments. D. Play together at Dewi’s house.

26. From the dialog we know that ....

A. Najma has visited Dewi’s house, but she forgets the way.
B. Rafli and Najma went to the same elementary school
C. Dewi’s house is behind Sehat Pharmacy’s bus stop.
D. Dewi, Rafli and Najma are classmates.

27. Dewi says, “Call me whenever you can’t find it.”

What does the word ‘it’ refer to?
A. The bus number 10. C. Dewi’s house.
B. Sehat Pharmacy. D. The group work.

This text is for question no.28

Ahmad : My brother Eddy will be 22 on this Saturday and we are going to celebrate
his birthday at one of the famous restaurants there. I’d like you to come to our
house at 6 in the evening.
Brenda :  I’d love to, but. … You know, I must take my mother to her doctor on Saturday
night.

28. The correct expressions to complete the dialogue above is ....

A. I’m afraid I can’t C. I will come to your party
B. Sure, I can’t wait for that day D. alright, thank for inviting me
This text is for questions no 29 – 31.

Dear Keisha,
I’m sorry to hear about your missing out in the scholarship selection.
I can’t think of anything I can say that will make you feel better.
However, I do want you to know that I care about you
and that I am available whenever you need me.
Yours,
Alvio

29. What do you think of Keisha’s feeling at the moment?

A. He is sad. C. He is worried.
B. He is exhausted D. He is nervous.

30. What did Keisha participate in?

A. An examination. C. A science competition.
B. A medical test. D. A scholarship selection.

31. Why does Alvio send the card?

A. To suggest Keisha. C. To express sympathy.
B. To congratulate Keisha. D. To invite Keisha.

This text is for questions no. 32 – 35

Dear Aunt Fellisa,
Congratulations on the opening of your florist’s!
Finally, your dream has come true.
May it bring happiness to your life and I wish you success!
Love you always,
Salsabila

32. Why does Salsabila write the card?

A. To announce a new shop. C. To compliment her aunt.
B. To congratulate her aunt. D. To advertise a new shop.

33. What is the card receiver’s dream?

A. To own a florist’s. C. To have a flower garden.
B. To work in a florist’s. D. To grow many kinds of flowers.

34. “May it bring happiness to your life and I wish you a success!”
The word “it” refers to ….
A. Aunt Fellisa’s life. C. the dream.
B. the opening D. the florist’s.

35. “May it bring happiness to your life and I wish you success!”
The closest meaning of the word “happiness” is ….
A. sadness. C. weakness.
B. gladness. D. goodness.
This text is for questions no. 36 – 37
Zahwa : Excuse me, Sir. I would like to ask about the drama performance next week.
Mr. Danu : Yes, sure.
Zahwa : Could we add items to make the dialogs livelier, such as cell phones or laptops?
Mr. Danu : If that would support your performance, why not?
Zahwa : Thank you, Sir.
36. Zahwa asks, “Could we add items to make the dialogs livelier?”
It means Zahwa asks for/about ....
A. permission C. one’s ability
B. an invitation D. one’s willingness
37. Mr. Danu says, “If that would support your performance, why not?”
What does it mean?
A. Mr. Danu asks for an opinion. C. Mr. Danu gives his permission.
B. Mr. Danu states his capability. D. Mr. Danu expresses his willingness.

This text is for questions no. 38 – 39

You Raise Me Up
When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary
When troubles come and my heart burdened be
Then, I am still and wait here (38) … the silence
Until you come and sit awhile with me
You raise me up, so I can stand on
mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am (39) … your
shoulders
38. A. on B. in C. at D. among
39. A. at B. over C. in D. On

This text is for questions no. 40 – 43

There is a new public library next to the expo center. It is only five minutes walk from
my house. It opens between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on
weekends. There are many visitors in the afternoon. I also like visiting the place.
There are many rooms in the library. There are a spacious lobby with several sofas,
registration and information counters, rooms for book collections, a convention hall for
seminars and discussions, and a mini theatre room. There is a park in the middle of the
building with several plants and flowers in it. There are a prayer room and canteen, too

40. Why can the writer describe the new library well?
A. He/she often visits it. C. He/she is alibrarian in it.
B. It is near his/her house. D. The library is the most famous place in town
41. Where should you go if you want to have a member card?
A. The theatre room C. the registration room
B. The convention hall D. the book collection room
42. According to the text, what we can’t find in the library?
A. Many rooms C. Books
B. Visitors D. Houses
43. “There are a spacious lobby with several sofas….” (Paragraph 2)
The closest meaning of the word “spacious” is ….
A. large C. narrow
B. clean D. pleasant

This text is for questions no. 44 – 46

There is a small yard in front of my house. It looks beautiful. (45) … several flowering
plants, such as roses, jamines, and orchids growing there. (46) … a vertical garden with
several vegetables the on wall. There is also a small pond with several fish. (47) … a big tree
in my yard because we don’t enough space to grow it.

44. A. Are there B. There are C. Is there D. There is

45. A. There is B. There are C. Is there D. Are there
46. A. There are B. There are not C. There is D. There is not

This text is for questions no. 47 – 48

Yanti : Dad, next Friday the Scout in my school will have camping. Can I join the activity?
Father : That’s good. … (47) days will the camping be held?
Yanti : It’s about two days. Do you permit me to go?
Father : Sure, why not? Camping activity can make you be more responsible about yourself.
Yanti : Thank you, Dad. Mom, I need rice to be cooked for camping activity.
Mother: … (48) rice doyou need, dear?
Yanti : My teacher asked me to bring three cups of rice.
Mother: Okay, we will prepare it.

47. A. How much B. How many C. How old D. How long

48. A. How far B. How long C. How many D. How much

This text is for questions no. 49

we – need – it – discuss – think – I – to
1 2 3 4 5 6 7

49. The right arrangement for the words above is …

A. 1 – 3 – 2 – 7 – 6 – 5 – 4 C. 6 – 5 – 3 – 7 – 1 – 2 – 4
B. 1 – 3 – 5 – 7 – 6 – 2 – 4 D. 6 – 5 – 1 – 2 – 7 – 4 – 3

50. Arrange the utterances into a good dialog.

1) Nadia : Why don’t you try to sell it?
2) Nadia : What is that?
3) Nadia : Wow! Amazing! It’s a great work.
4) Nadia : Did you make it by yourself?
5) Elgin : That’s what I’m thinking of, but now I’m just a beginner.
6) Elgin : Thanks.
7) Elgin : Yes, I did.
8) Elgin : It is a noken, a traditional bag from Papua.

A. 2 – 1 – 6 – 5 – 4 – 8 – 3 – 7 C. 2 – 8 – 4 – 7 – 3 – 6 – 1 – 5
B. 3 – 7 – 1 – 6 – 4 – 5 – 8 – 2 D. 5 – 8 – 4 – 3 – 7 – 1 – 6 – 2