PEMANTAPAN PERSIAPAN ASESMEN DAERAH

SMP/MTs KABUPATEN SLEMAN

TAHAP 2
TAHUN PELAJARAN 2022/2023

Mata Pelajaran : Literasi Membaca - Bahasa Inggris

Kelas : IX (Sembilan)
Hari/ Tanggal : Rabu / 21 Februari 2024
Waktu : 120 Menit

Petunjuk Umum
1. Berdoalah sebelum mengerjakan!
2. Isikan identitas Anda dengan benar!
3. Jumlah soal sebanyak 50 butir, pada setiap butir soal terdapat 4 (empat) pilihan
jawaban.
4. Periksa dan bacalah soal-soal sebelum Anda menjawabnya dengan cermat!
5. Periksalah pekerjaan Anda sebelum dikirim submit!

The following text is for test items 1 and 2.

Source: https://www.dreamstime.com/

1. Where do you probably find such text?

A. On railway track.
B. On a railway line.
C. In a railway station.
D. In a railway vehicle

2. From the text we can infer that the passengers ….

A. must pay €1000 to cross the line
B. must not enter the railway station
C. must stand in line to trespass the area
D. must not go beyond the designated boundary

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The following text is for test items 3 and 4.

Source:
https://www.freebiefindingmom.com/

3. Which of the followings go with the text?

(1) The writer sends flowers to the recipient.
(2) The recipient gets the card on her birthday.
(3) The writer is probably the recipient’s daughter.
(4) The recipient always takes good care of the writer.

A. (1) and (2)

B. (1) and (3)
C. (2) and (4)
D. (3) and (4)

4. “I am like a flower that is raised with love by you.”

It means that the writer …
A. gets a lot of the recipient’s love and care
B. is treated like a flower to be big and strong
C. gives flowers as a reward to the recipient
D. raises the recipient with good care and full of love

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The following text is for test items 5 and 6.

Source: https://www.kentreporter.com/
5. Which of the followings go with the text?
(1) The participants must register to join the competition.
(2) The participants must pay $5 to join the competition.
(3) There is no fee needed to join the competition.
(4) The top three winners will get Kindle eReader.

A. (1) and (2)

B. (1) and (3)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (3) and (4)

6. “Students compete together in the final bee regardless of grade”

The expression means that the participants will … in the final Bee
A. be classified based on their grades
B. compete with other different graders
C. have to participate in different grade
D. get no challenge from the other graders

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The following text is for test items 7 to 9.

Mother is not just a word, it is the deep emotion, thought and feeling that no other
relation can make. That makes me idolize my mother. My mother was a top model. She has
black hair, green eyes, and cute freckles all over her face. She is 175 cm tall. Being a mother
is not just a title; it is a deep feeling. My mother's love is special and cannot be compared. No
words can fully describe how amazing she is. She carried me in her belly for 9 months and was
the first person to show me the world.

My mother is the person I can call in the middle of the night if I need her. She loves me
a lot, and I love her back. I have kept her up at night without realizing it, and she always worries
about me. My mother is not just a mother; she is also my best friend. Our relationship is the
most important thing in my life. If you have a good connection with your mother, you know what
I mean. A mother's love is strong and keeps growing.

Adapted from https://www.quora.com/What-is-your-mother-like

7. What is the writer’s purpose of writing the texts?

A. To introduce his / her mother as his / her idol.
B. To persuade the readers to idolize their mother.
C. To tell the readers about the role of a mother as an idol.
D. To ask the readers to consider their mother as their idol.

8. By reading the text, we can conclude that the writer’s mother is ….

(1) a brave woman
(2) a pretty woman
(3) a caring woman
(4) a daring woman

A. (1) and (2)

B. (1) and (3)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (3) and (4)

9. Match the person in the column A with the right statement in column B.
A B
1. The writer 1. Giving guidance with unconditional love
2. The mother 2. Being raised with full of love and care
3. Having conditional love for her children

A. A1B1; A2B2
B. A1B2; A2B1
C. A1B3; A2B2
D. A1B2; A2B3

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The following text is for test items 10 to 12.

10. Based on the review, the writer ….

A. loves the type of menu provided
B. is contented with the cheese course
C. enjoys his /her visit to the restaurant
D. is satisfied with the service of the staff

11. Which of the followings go with the text?

(1) The extra is delicious but very tiny in amount.
(2) The cheese course is expensive but not worthy.
(3) The service of the staff was absolutely satisfying
(4) The course is various with priced items provided.

A. (1) and (3)

B. (1) and (4)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (2) and (4)

12. “My first visit and stay many years ago was an experience to remember, but this was
dismal.”
The word “dismal” has closest meaning to ….
A. tolerable
B. adequate
C. miserable
D. memorable

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The following text is for test items 13 to 15.

My Public Speaking Adventure

I still vividly recall being about 8 years old, standing in front of my class to give a
presentation. My heart raced, and my palms were sweaty – it was a nerve-wracking
experience. I struggled to think clearly, and the fear was overwhelming.

To add to the pressure, our class had a practice where if someone couldn't hear you,
they could put their hands on their heads. I remember the anxiety as hands popped up,
signalling they couldn't hear me – even the teacher joined in.

It took me years to realize the significance of public speaking in shaping my career.

During a critical point in my career, I realized that the job I desired hadn't been created yet.
To find true satisfaction in my work, I decided to work independently and collaborate with
different companies.

Through this journey, I discovered that the more I spoke, the more business I attracted, and
the stronger my passion for my work became. I transformed into my own sales and marketing
team, turning what used to be a speaking nightmare into a dream.

Adapted from: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/my-public-speaking-journey-nightmare-dream-kat-greenbrook

13. The text tells us about the writer’s experience of ….

A. overcoming his fear and finding his passion in public speaking
B. presenting his work to show his public speaking competence
C. finding the appropriate jobs related to his public speaking
D. pursuing his dream to be a professional public speaker

14. Match the state in the column A with the right event in column B.

A B
1. Childhood 1. Learned public speaking with a trainer.
2. Adulthood 2. Had a significant fear when speaking in front of people.
3. Had a significant improvement in his public speaking
competence.

A. A1B1; A2B2
B. A1B2; A2B1
C. A1B3; A2B2
D. A1B2; A2B3

15. The main idea of the last paragraph is that through his journey the writer ….
A. discovered more business related to speaking
B. found his passion for dedicating himself in business
C. considered speaking in front of people as a nightmare
D. turned his opinion of a speaking nightmare into a dream

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The following text is for test items 16 to 18.

Prawn & Harissa Spaghetti

Try our spaghetti dinner for two, with king prawns and harissa dressing. It only
takes 20 minutes to make and is healthy too – great for a midweek meal.

Ingredients
• 100g long-stem broccoli, cut into thirds
• 180g dried spaghetti, regular or whole meal
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large garlic clove, lightly bashed
• 150g cherry tomatoes, halved
• 150g raw king prawns
• 1 heaped tbsp rose harissa paste
• 1 lemon, finely zested

Method
STEP 1
Bring a pan of lightly salted water to the boil. Add the broccoli and boil for 1 min
30 secs, or until tender. Drain and set aside. Cook the spaghetti following pack
instructions, then drain, reserving a ladleful of cooking water.

STEP 2
Heat the oil in a large frying pan, add the garlic clove and fry over a low heat for
2 mins. Remove with a slotted spoon and discard, leaving the flavoured oil.

STEP 3
Add the tomatoes to the pan and fry over a medium heat for 5 mins, or until
beginning to soften and turn juicy. Stir through the prawns and cook for 2 mins, or
until turning pink. Add the harissa and lemon zest, stirring to coat.

STEP 4
Toss the cooked spaghetti and pasta water through the prawns and harissa. Stir
through the broccoli, season to taste and serve.

Taken from https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/prawn-harissa-spaghetti

16. Which of the following statements are in line with the text?
(1) The prawns are fried over a medium heat until they soften and turn juicy.
(2) The garlic clove is fried over a low heat in a large frying pan for 2 minutes.
(3) The fried garlic clove is removed from the frying pan using a slotted spoon.
(4) The spaghetti is cooked following the instructions in a ladleful of salted water.

A. (1) and (3)

B. (1) and (4)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (3) and (4)

17. Who will find the text useful?

A. Those who want to prepare a fast and nutritious dinner.
B. Those who like to explore various kinds of vegetarian recipes.
C. People who have strong dislike or allergic reaction of seafood.
D. People who seek some advanced culinary techniques for dinner.
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18. What will probably happen if we do not fry garlic clove in step 2?
A. The oil will not turn up in heat.
B. The garlic clove will be still fresh.
C. The oil will not be garlic flavoured.
D. The fresh garlic will be discarded.
The following text is for test items 19 to 21.
How to Change Your Explore Page on Instagram

If your Instagram does not reflect your interests, there are ways to clean up your Instagram
account. But the best way to change the content on your Explore page is to change your
behaviour on the app.

If you follow a lot of beauty influencers, for example, you will most likely see a lot of beauty
content. Similarly, you will likely see a lot of posts from athletes if you follow sports-related
accounts.

While Instagram does not have a reset option that instantly changes your Explore page, you
can try each of the following methods to get better recommendations.
1. Clear your Instagram search history
2. Mark Instagram content as "not interested"
3. Hide content on your Instagram home feed
4. Clear your Instagram cache
5. Mark Instagram content that you like with "interested"
6. Hide ads you do not like on Instagram
7. Be more selective when liking Instagram posts
8. Mute Instagram accounts you do not want to unfollow or block

Once you have implemented the different steps to control what you see on your Explore page,
you should hopefully see a marked difference in content before too long.

However, you will need to continue these habits in the long run. Otherwise, you will end up in
the same place where you see posts and Reels that you do not care about.
Taken from https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-change-instagram-explore/

19. What benefit do the readers get after reading the text?
A. Getting a lot of beauty influencers with their beauty content.
B. Improving their skills in making attractive contents on Instagram.
C. Being able to reset option that instantly changes their Explore page.
D. Being capable to control and customize their Instagram Explore page.

20. Which of the following steps are in line with the guide to change your explore page on
Instagram?
(1) Clean up our Instagram account instantly.
(2) Do liking only on the posts that suit our preference.
(3) Mute the accounts that are not related to our preference.
(4) Choose the Reset button to customize our Explore page.

A. (1) and (2)

B. (1) and (3)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (3) and (4)
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21. “ … you should hopefully see a marked difference in content before too long”
What does the underlined word have closest meaning to?
A. noted
B. signed
C. valuable
D. noticeable
The following text is for test items 22 to 24.

Retrieved from https://venngage.com/templates/infographics/

22. What is the text about?

A. The evolution of cameras.
B. The history of the use of cameras.
C. The technology for developing cameras.
D. The timeline of technology in photography.

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23. Match the time in the column A with the right invention in column B.
A B
1. 1839 1. The invention of camera that enables us to take and print
the picture quickly.
2. 1948 2. The invention of the disposable camera or single-use
cameras that can only be used once.
3. 1986 3. The invention of the first digital camera which was of a
great use of photojournalists.
4. One of the inventions becomes the priciest camera in the
world.

A. A1B1; A2B2; A3B3

B. A1B2; A2B1; A3B4
C. A1B3; A2B4; A3B2
D. A1B4; A2B1; A3B2

24. What benefit do the readers get after reading the text?
A. Gain insights into the progression of camera.
B. Find the best camera for journalist photography.
C. Get the inspiration in choosing the best camera.
D. Develop digital cameras with advance technology.

The following text is for test items 25 to 27.

Once, there live a greedy and selfish wolf in a deep forest. The wolf only thought about himself
and had no real friends in the forest. Every animal hated the wolf for his cunning behavior and
stayed away from him.
One day, a big bone got stuck in his throat when he made a wild rooster his meal. He coughed
and coughed, tried everything but could not get the bone out of his throat. He tried his best to
get the bone out but couldn’t succeed. He ran up and down the hills in the deep forest, groaning
and moaning, trying to relieve his pain.
When it became difficult for him to breathe, the wolf ran back towards his deep forest and
started pleading with all the other animals in the forest that he met on his way to help him get
the bone out.
“Help! Please, someone, help me get this bone out of my throat.” begged the wolf.
But no one stepped forward to help the cunning wolf. Then, with no option left, the wolf thought
of a crane that lived on the bank of a nearby lake. He went to the crane and begged the crane
to help. He promised to pay by rewarding the crane suitably for helping him out.
The generous crane took pity on seeing the wolf’s condition and decided to help him. The crane
told the wolf to lie down and open his sharp jaws as wide as he could. The crane then put her
long neck down his throat and pulled the bone out.
“This feels so much better,” said the wolf, taking long deep breaths.
“I am glad that you are fine. Now, give me the reward you promised.” replied the crane.
The wolf grinned, showing all his sharp teeth.
“Dear crane, be content. You put your head inside my mouth and took it out again safely. Isn’t
that a big life reward in itself? I guess this prize is good enough for you. You must be thankful
to me for not tearing you apart when your head was inside my big mouth.” replied the wolf.

25. What can we learn from the story?

A. Being alert to the wicked one will make us stay in safe.
B. Giving help to the wicked one will make our life in danger.
C. Being generous is the best policy even to the cunning one.
D. Staying in the company with selfish one will not do any favour.
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26. Match the action in column A and the reason in column B.

A B
1. Noone, except the crane, wanted to 1. He felt sorry on seeing the wolf’s
give help to the wolf. condition.
2. The crane helped the wolf to take 2. The wolf promised not to do any harm
the bone in his throat to the crane
3. Everyone hated the wolf for his
cunning behaviour.

A. A1B1; A2B2
B. A1B2; A2B3
C. A1B3; A2B1
D. A1B1; A2B3

27. "… You must be thankful to me for not tearing you apart when your head was inside my big
mouth.”
What does expression mean?
A. The wolf was thankful for the crane’s help.
B. The wolf broke his promise to give the reward.
C. The wolf wanted to tear the crane’s head apart.
D. The wolf was grateful to have the crane as his company.

The following text is for test item number 28 – 29.

Sarah : Hey, Alex, can we chat for a sec? I noticed you're feeling overwhelmed lately.
Alex : Yeah, school and everything, it's a lot.
Sarah : Totally get it. Look, try breaking tasks into smaller chunks. It makes things less
daunting. Use a planner or your phone for deadlines. And don't forget breaks—
they're crucial.
Alex : I guess. But there's so much to do.
Sarah : I get it. But trust me, managing time helps. You'll feel less stressed. Plus, I'm
here to help if you need it.
Alex : Thanks, Sarah. I'll give it a shot.

28. What is the situation behind the conversation?

A. Sarah notices that Alex is feeling overwhelmed with school and tasks.
B. Sarah is seeking help from Alex for her own overwhelming workload.
C. Alex feels excited about school and shares the news with Sarah.
D. Alex is planning an event to help Sarah manage his stress.

29. After having the conversation with Sarah, Alex might feel ….
A. even more overwhelmed and stressed
B. supported, encouraged, and motivated
C. indifferent and unchanged about his situation
D. frustrated and annoyed with Sarah's suggestions

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The following text is for test item number 30 – 32.
(I)
There were a lot of tears I had to cry through
A lot of battles left me battered and bruised
And I was shattered, had my heart ripped in two
I was broken, I was broken

(II)
There were a lot of times I stumbled and crashed
When I was on the edge, down to my last chance
So many times when I was so convinced that
I was over, I was over

(III)
But I had to fall yeah
To rise above it all

(IV)
I'm grateful for the storm
Made me appreciate the sun
I'm grateful for the wrong ones
Made me appreciate the right ones

(V)
I'm grateful for the pain
For everything that made me break
I'm thankful for all my scars
'Cause they only make my heart
Grateful, grateful, grateful, grateful, grateful
Grateful

30. What age group is most likely to resonate with these song lyrics?
A. Children aged five to ten.
B. Teenagers facing challenges.
C. Elderly individuals reflecting on their youth.
D. Adults reflecting on challenging experiences.

31. Which pairs of stanzas and main idea correctly match the lyrics of the song?
No. Stanza Main Idea of the Stanza
(1). I The emotional distress of the writer
(2). II The thankfulness for the pain and the scars
(3). IV The expression of gratitude for the hardships
(4). V The feeling of being on the edge with little hope

A. (3) and (2)

B. (3) and (4)
C. (1) and (3)
D. (1) and (4)

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 32. “There were a lot of tears I had to cry through”
Which of the following lyrics shares similar meaning with the lyric above?
A. There were a lot of times I stumbled and crashed.
B. When I was on the edge, down to my last chance.
C. And I was shattered, had my heart ripped in two.
D. A lot of battles left me battered and bruised.

The following text is for test item number 33 – 35.

In a vibrant garden, there lived a hardworking spider named Sam and a fluttery butterfly
named Bella. Sam spent his days carefully spinning intricate webs to catch insects, while Bella
flitted around, enjoying the sweet nectar from flowers.
One day, as the seasons changed, the wise old ladybug, Lila, warned of a storm
approaching. Sam diligently reinforced his web, making it sturdy and secure. Bella, however,
dismissed the warning, thinking the storm would pass quickly.
When the tempest hit, Sam's web withstood the strong winds, providing shelter for him.
Bella, on the other hand, struggled to find a safe haven and got caught in the storm.
Drenched and tired, Bella sought refuge with Sam, admitting her oversight. Understanding
the value of hard work, Sam shared a corner of his web. The experience taught Bella the
importance of diligence and preparation.

33. What habit can be built by reading such story for children?
A. Luck as the key to success.
B. Achieving success with ease.
C. Facing challenges unprepared.
D. Careful planning and hard work.

34. Which of the following statements are correct based on the story?
(1). The ladybug was not friendly to Sam and Bella.
(2). Bella got caught in the bad weather conditions.
(3). Bella ignored the warning about the approaching storm.
(4). The flowers in the garden are too sweet and too colorful.

A. (1) and (2)

B. (1) and (4)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (2) and (4)

35. “In a vibrant garden, there lived a hardworking spider named Sam.”
What is the similar meaning of the underlined word?
A. Colorful.
B. Beautiful.
C. Charming.
D. Fascinating.

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 The following text is for test item number 36 – 38.
Label of Product 1 Label of Product 2

36. What will the readers likely do after reading the text?
(1). People who try to reduce sugar consumption will prefer product 1.
(2). People who have soybean allergies will buy both products.
(3). People who need high calories will prefer product 1.
(4). People who like vanilla flavor will prefer product 2.

A. (1) and (3)

B. (1) and (4)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (3) and (4)

37. According to the texts, which descriptions are correct?

(1). Product 1 contains higher calcium than Product 2.
(2). Both products have no cholesterol in them.
(3). Product 1 is more flavorful than Product 2.
(4). Both products provide no vitamin D.

A. (1) and (3)

B. (1) and (4)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (2) and (4)

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38. Which part of the texts shows the manufacturer of the product?

A. C.

B. D.

The following text is for test item number 39 – 41.

39. Based on the graphs, which statement is correct?

A. In 2003, there were more people with type 1 diabetes than those with type 2.
B. By the end of 2018, more people have type 1 diabetes than type 2 diabetes.
C. Type 1 diabetes affects more white people than Hispanic people.
D. Type 2 diabetes affects more Asian people than white people.

40. In the case of type 2 diabetes, white people are the most disciplined in maintaining a
healthy lifestyle.
Which of the following data support the opinion above?
(1). The number of white people with type 2 diabetes is increasing every year.
(2). The number of white people with type 2 diabetes stays about the same each year.
(3). The number of white people with type 2 diabetes is bigger than those with type 1.
(4). The number of white people with type 2 diabetes is always lowest compared to other
groups.

A. (1) and (2)

B. (1) and (3)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (2) and (4)

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 41. Based on the data in the two graphs, which of the following conditions are likely to occur?
(1). The number of Asians with type 1 diabetes will increase drastically in early 2019.
(2). By early 2019, the number of people with type 1 diabetes will be lower than type 2.
(3). In 2019, the number of black people with type 2 diabetes will be the highest of any
group.
(4). The number of Hispanics with type 2 diabetes will decrease significantly by the end of
2019.

A. (1) and (3)

B. (2) and (3)
C. (2) and (4)
D. (3) and (4)

The following text is for test item number 42 – 44.

Have you ever wondered how the games and tools on your tablet or phone come to life?
Well, it's all thanks to talented people called application developers! These creative individuals
use their computer skills to design and build apps that make our digital world more exciting.
First of all, being an application developer is like being a digital wizard. They use special
codes, like a secret language, to tell the computer what to do. It's like creating a recipe for a
magical potion that brings your favorite app to life!
Another cool thing about app developers is that they get to solve puzzles every day. When
they create an app, they have to think like detectives, figuring out how to make everything work
perfectly. It's like putting together a giant puzzle with thousands of tiny pieces.
Whether they are designing fun games, helpful tools, or even educational apps, application
developers play a crucial role in making our devices more enjoyable. Their creativity and
problem-solving skills contribute to a digital landscape filled with endless possibilities and
opportunities for users of all ages.

42. By reading the text, the readers will be able to ….

A. understand the daily tasks of detectives
B. learn about secret codes and languages
C. appreciate the role of application developers
D. explore the world of giant puzzles and their pieces

43. Which statements are in accordance with the author's opinion?

(1). Being an app developer is easy without much problem-solving.
(2). Learning secret codes and languages seems cool for app developers.
(3). App developers are key to making our devices more fun and enjoyable.
(4). App developers use secret codes to make digital world more challenging.

A. (1) and (2)

B. (2) and (3)
C. (2) and (4)
D. (3) and (4)

44. If we add one more paragraph at the end of the text, it will likely discuss ….
A. the role of app developers in digital world
B. how application developers work together
C. the problem-solving skills of app developers
D. how app developers using codes to create apps

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 The following text is for test item number 45 – 47.
Advertisement of Shop 1 Advertisement of Shop 2

45. Both advertisements are about ….

A. denims
B. outfits
C. shoes
D. tops

46. Both advertisements are offering ….

(1). kid’s apparels
(2). shirts for adults
(3). discount up to 80%
(4). clothing for children

A. (1) and (3)

B. (1) and (4)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (2) and (4)

47. After reading the ads, the readers will most likely ….
(1). searching for more information about the shops in the internet
(2). observing the models of women's clothes are sold in shop 1
(3). looking for shirts and trousers for men in shop 2
(4). placing an order for women's shoes at shop 1

A. (1) and (2)

B. (1) and (3)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (3) and (4)
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 The following text is for test item number 48 – 50.

48. The text is written to ….

A. describe how the greenhouse effect occurs
B. illustrate the reflection of the sun’s radiation
C. explain how the heat is absorbed by greenhouse gas
D. show how the radiation pass through the atmosphere

49. According to the text, the correct statements are ….

(1). The Earth’s surface absorbs most of the Sun's radiation.
(2). The Sun prevents the heat from escaping into the outer space.
(3). The radiated heat from the Earth is absorbed by greenhouse gas.
(4). The greenhouse gas is produced by the radiation from the atmosphere.

A. (1) and (3)

B. (1) and (4)
C. (2) and (3)
D. (2) and (4)

50. By reading the text, we can conclude that ….

A. the atmosphere is made of radiation and greenhouse gas
B. the atmosphere is like a blanket around the earth that keeps it warm
C. greenhouse gases make the earth colder by letting all the heat escape
D. greenhouse gas releases the heat into the atmosphere to cool the planet

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