Definition & Purpose
What is the main purpose of a report text?
A. To entertain the readers with a story.
B. To tell past experiences.
C. To provide factual information about something in general.
D. To persuade readers to agree with an opinion.
C. To provide factual information about something in general.
Elephants
Elephants are the largest land mammals.
They have long trunks, large ears, and thick skin. They eat grass, leaves, and fruits.
Question:
Which sentence is the General Classification?
A. They eat grass, leaves, and fruits.
B. They have thick skin.
C. Elephants are the largest land mammals.
D. They have long trunks.
C. Elephants are the largest land mammals.
Tigers
Tigers live in forests. They hunt other animals.
Question:
What tense is mainly used in the text?
A. Simple Past Tense
B. Present Continuous Tense
C. Simple Present Tense
D. Present Perfect Tense
C. Simple Present Tense
Elephants
Elephants are the largest land mammals in the world. They live in forests and grasslands in Africa and Asia. They have long trunks that help them eat, drink, and pick up objects. Elephants are herbivores, so they eat grass, leaves, and fruits. They usually live in family groups led by an older female elephant.
Question
What is the main idea of the text?
A. Elephants are dangerous animals.
B. Elephants are large mammals with unique characteristics and habits.
C. Elephants only live in Asia.
D. Elephants eat meat.
B. Elephants are large mammals with unique characteristics and habits.
Owls
Owls are birds that are active at night. They have excellent eyesight and hearing, which help them find prey in the dark. Most owls eat small animals such as mice, insects, and frogs. They usually sleep during the day.
Question
What is the purpose of the text?
A. To provide factual information about owls.
B. To explain how to keep an owl as a pet.
C. To entertain readers with a story.
D. To describe the writer's experience.
A. To provide factual information about owls.
Which statement is appropriate for a report text?
A. Yesterday, I visited the zoo with my family.
B. Cats are mammals that have soft fur and sharp claws.
C. I think cats are the cutest animals.
D. Last week, my cat was sick.
B. Cats are mammals that have soft fur and sharp claws.
Penguins
Penguins are flightless birds.
They have black and white feathers. They are excellent swimmers and eat fish.
Question:
The second paragraph belongs to the ....
A. Description B. Orientation
C. Resolution
D. Complication
A. Description
Birds
Birds have feathers. They lay eggs.
Question:
Which word is a relational verb?
A. Lay
B. Have
C. Birds
D. Feathers
B. Have
Penguins
Penguins are flightless birds that mostly live in the Southern Hemisphere. They have black and white feathers and strong flippers that help them swim quickly. Penguins spend much of their time in the water searching for fish and squid. Although they cannot fly, they are excellent swimmers and can dive deep into the ocean.
Question
The word "they" in the third sentence refers to ....
A. Fish and squid
B. Flippers
C. Penguins
D. Oceans
C. Penguins
Bees
Bees are small insects that play an important role in nature. They collect nectar from flowers to make honey. While collecting nectar, bees also transfer pollen from one flower to another. This process helps plants produce fruits and seeds.
Question
Which sentence is the General Classification?
A. They collect nectar from flowers to make honey.
B. This process helps plants produce fruits and seeds.
C. Bees are small insects that play an important role in nature.
D. While collecting nectar, bees transfer pollen.
C. Bees are small insects that play an important role in nature.
Which statement is TRUE about a report text?
A. It tells a sequence of events.
B. It describes one specific object.
C. It provides factual information about a class of things.
D. It contains the writer's personal opinion.
C. It provides factual information about a class of things.
Koalas
Koalas are mammals native to Australia.
They spend most of their time in eucalyptus trees. They eat eucalyptus leaves.
Question:
Which information belongs to the Description?
A. Koalas are mammals native to Australia.
B. They spend most of their time in eucalyptus trees.
C. Koalas are interesting animals.
D. Australia is a beautiful country.
B. They spend most of their time in eucalyptus trees.
Elephants
Elephants are large mammals. They have long trunks and strong legs.
Question:
Which pair consists of adjectives?
A. Elephants – mammals
B. Have – are
C. Large – strong
D. Trunks – legs
C. Large – strong
Koalas
Koalas are marsupials native to Australia. They spend most of their lives in eucalyptus trees because the leaves are their main source of food. Koalas sleep for about 18 to 20 hours each day to save energy. Their strong claws help them climb trees easily.
Question
The word "They" in the third sentence refers to ....
A. Trees
B. Leaves
C. Koalas
D. Australia
C. Koalas
Sharks
Sharks are large fish that live in oceans around the world. They have sharp teeth and powerful bodies that help them catch prey. Sharks use their excellent sense of smell to find food. Some species can detect blood from a long distance.
Question
Which of the following is an action verb found in the text?
A. Large
B. Catch
C. Sharp
D. Powerful
B. Catch
Which sentence is most appropriate for a report text?
A. I think elephants are the cutest animals.
B. Elephants are herbivorous mammals that live in forests and grasslands.
C. My elephant is very friendly. D. Yesterday, I saw an elephant at the zoo.
B. Elephants are herbivorous mammals that live in forests and grasslands.
Dolphins
Dolphins are intelligent marine mammals.
They communicate using sounds and body movements. They usually live in groups called pods.
Question:
What is the function of the General Classification?
A. To introduce the subject generally.
B. To tell the ending of the story.
C. To explain the writer's opinion.
D. To give a conclusion.
A. To introduce the subject generally.
Penguins
Penguins are birds. They cannot fly, but they swim very well.
Question:
Which language feature is shown by the word Penguins?
A. Action verb
B. Adverb
C. Adjective
D. General noun
D. General noun
Elephants
Elephants are the largest land mammals on Earth. They use their trunks to drink water, pick up food, and communicate with other elephants. They usually live in groups led by the oldest female. Because of their intelligence and strong social relationships, elephants often help injured members of their herd.
Question
Which statement can be inferred from the text?
A. Elephants care about members of their group.
B. Elephants have weak social relationships.
C. Elephants prefer to live alone.
D. Elephants use their trunks only for eating.
A. Elephants care about members of their group.
Camels
Camels are mammals that live in deserts. They have long legs and wide feet that help them walk on hot sand. Camels can survive for several days without drinking water because their bodies store fat in their humps. These adaptations help them live in harsh environments.
Question
Which language feature is NOT found in the text?
A. Simple Present Tense
B. General Nouns
C. Action Verbs
D. Simple Past Tense
D. Simple Past Tense
What is the main difference between a report text and a descriptive text?
A. A report text uses past tense, while a descriptive text uses present tense.
B. A report text is fictional, while a descriptive text is factual.
C. There is no difference. D. A report text describes things in general, while a descriptive text focuses on a specific subject.
D. A report text describes things in general, while a descriptive text focuses on a specific subject.
Owls
Owls are nocturnal birds.
They have excellent eyesight and hearing. They hunt at night and usually sleep during the day.
Question:
Why is the first sentence categorized as the General Classification?
A. Because it explains the owl's habits.
B. Because it introduces what owls are in general.
C. Because it describes the owl's appearance.
D. Because it tells where owls live.
B. Because it introduces what owls are in general.
Sharks
Sharks are large fish. They live in oceans and hunt smaller animals.
Question:
Which combination of language features is found in the text?
A. Past tense, specific noun, opinion
B. Personal pronoun, past tense, direct speech
C. Future tense, adjective, dialogue
D. Simple present tense, general noun, action verb
D. Simple present tense, general noun, action verb
Dolphins
Dolphins are intelligent marine mammals that live in oceans around the world. They communicate using sounds, whistles, and body movements. Dolphins usually live in groups called pods and cooperate to hunt fish. Scientists believe that dolphins are among the smartest animals because they can solve problems and learn new behaviors quickly.
Question
Which statement is NOT TRUE based on the text?
A. Dolphins live in groups called pods.
B. Dolphins communicate using sounds.
C. Dolphins can learn new behaviors.
D. Dolphins are classified as fish.
D. Dolphins are classified as fish.
Sea Turtles
Sea turtles are reptiles that spend most of their lives in the ocean. They have large flippers that help them swim long distances. Female sea turtles return to the beaches where they were born to lay their eggs. Unfortunately, pollution and plastic waste threaten their survival. Many organizations now work to protect sea turtles and their habitats.
Question
Which option is correct?
A. General Classification: "Sea turtles are reptiles that spend most of their lives in the ocean." Language Feature: Simple Present Tense.
B. General Classification: "Female sea turtles return to the beaches where they were born." Language Feature: Simple Past Tense.
C. General Classification: "Many organizations now work to protect sea turtles." Language Feature: Present Continuous Tense.
D. General Classification: "They have large flippers that help them swim long distances." Language Feature: Future Tense.
A. General Classification: "Sea turtles are reptiles that spend most of their lives in the ocean." Language Feature: Simple Present Tense.