Yogyakarta: A Nostalgic One (Descriptive)
3. Some people visit places because they are interested in history, while the others are for shopping. Which of the following destination(s) is suitable for each purpose?
1. Malioboro Street (shopping/history)
2. Prambanan Temple (shopping/history)
3. Taman Sari (shopping/history)
Jawaban : Shopping, History, History
Pembahasan :
Candi Prambanan adalah candi Hindu kuno, dan Istana Air Taman Sari adalah taman
kerajaan bersejarah—keduanya merupakan situs bersejarah. Jalan Malioboro lebih identik
dengan pusat perbelanjaan dan kehidupan jalanan.
6. Which of the following activities did the author do in the first three days of their
trip?
A. Teaching English, visiting beaches, and writing daily reflections
B. Taking boat tours, exploring a lighthouse, and visiting Tanjung Tinggi Beach
C. Teaching some subjects, attending cultural sharing with villagers, and
teaching teamwork
D. Learning crafts, joining boat tours, and seeing giant granite rocks
E. Teaching elementary students, joining traditional dance workshops, and
learning crafts
Jawaban : E
Pembahasan :
Dalam tiga hari pertama, penulis mengajar bahasa Inggris di pagi hari dan mengikuti
lokakarya tari dan kerajinan tangan di sore hari.
Pilihan lainnya semuanya menggabungkan kegiatan dari akhir minggu (refleksi, tur perahu,
pantai, mercusuar, penduduk desa), jadi kegiatan-kegiatan tersebut tidak tepat.
9. Which of the following is correct according to the text?
A. Adi was immediately allowed to repair clocks when he became Mr. Rahman’s
apprentice.
B. Mr. Rahman scolded Adi angrily when he broke the old clock.
C. Adi secretly tried to fix watches, but they never worked.
D. The shop was always quiet without any ticking sounds.
E. Mr. Rahman refused to explain how clocks worked to Adi.
Jawaban : C
Pembahasan :
Pilihan C secara langsung didukung oleh teks (“Setiap malam, dia diam-diam mencoba ...
tetapi jam tidak pernah berfungsi.”).
13. Which of the following are correct according to the text?
There are more than one correct answers. Click on each correct answer!
A. Your carbon footprint includes the greenhouse gases from eating meat and
packaged foods.
B. Using an online calculator can help you know how much carbon dioxide you
produce.
C. Monitoring your activities after a few months will decrease your footprint
emission.
D. Traveling by car is always better than public transportation.
E. Turning off lights, fans, and chargers when not in use helps reduce your
footprint.
Jawaban : A, B and E
Pembahasan :
A benar → teks menyebutkan termasuk daging dan makanan kemasan.
B benar → kalkulator daring menunjukkan ton CO2 yang dihasilkan.
C salah → pemantauan ada di dalam teks, tetapi pernyataannya mengatakan
"menunjukkan apakah jejak karbon Anda berkurang." Teks tersebut mengatakan "hitung
lagi untuk melihat," yang tidak menjamin jejak karbon akan berkurang.
D salah → teks merekomendasikan transportasi umum/berjalan kaki/bersepeda, bukan
mobil.
E benar → teks secara eksplisit menyarankan untuk mematikan lampu, kipas angin, dan
pengisi daya.
1. The text mainly talks about Yogyakarta's ....
A. busy street markets and shopping areas
B. unique mix of culture, history and lasting charm
C. ancient temple complexes and historical sites
D. traditional food and local culinary specialties
E. royal gardens and water castle architecture
Jawaban : B
Pembahasan :
Meskipun semua opsi menyebutkan elemen-elemen nyata dari teks, hanya pilihan B yang
menangkap tema komprehensif yang menggabungkan semua aspek ini (budaya dari
Malioboro/seni, sejarah dari candi, daya tarik abadi dari kenangan nostalgia). Pilihan lainnya
masing-masing berfokus pada satu aspek spesifik yang disebutkan dalam teks.
10. Look at the outline of the story and fill in the blanks with the missing plots.
There are more than one correct answers. Click on each correct answer!
1) Adi grew impatient because he wanted to repair clocks quickly.
2) ...
3) One rainy afternoon, Mr. Rahman asked Adi to clean an old clock.
4) Adi rushed, forced the gears, and broke it.
5) Adi felt ashamed and confessed to Mr. Rahman.
6) ...
7) Together, they carefully rebuilt the old clock.
A. Adi secretly tried to fix broken watches but always failed.
B. Every evening, Adi fixed the broken watches by himself.
C. Mr. Rahman asked Adi to fix his very first broken watch.
D. Feeling guilty, Adi fixed the broken watch all night.
E. Instead of scolding, Mr. Rahman taught Adi patiently.
Jawaban : A and E
Pembahasan :
Berdasarkan plot cerita, 2 bagian yang hilang adalah:
- Adi secara diam-diam memperbaiki jam yang rusak tetapi selalu gagal.
- Mr Rahman tidak memarahi Adi, tetapi mengajarkannya dengan sabar.
18. It is implied that ...
A. Students who read literature may perform better in academic tasks.
B. Literature directly eliminates fake news from the internet.
C. Everyone should read To Kill a Mockingbird and Sitti Nurbaya.
D. Reading social media posts is always harmful and useless.
E. Only adults can benefit from reading long books.
Jawaban : A
Pembahasan :
Teks tersebut menyiratkan bahwa sastra meningkatkan pemikiran kritis, yang penting bagi
akademisi, tetapi tidak pernah menyatakan hal ini secara langsung.
B salah; sastra tidak menghilangkan berita palsu.
C salah; buku-buku tersebut hanyalah contoh, bukan keharusan.
D salah; teks tersebut membandingkan sastra dengan unggahan daring tetapi tidak
mengatakan bahwa media sosial selalu tidak berguna.
E salah; tidak disebutkan batasan usia.
2. “This bustling street is always full of life,...” (Paragraph 2)
The word ‘bustling’ can be best replaced with ....
A. crowded
B. silent
C. peaceful
D. empty
E. boring
Jawaban : A
Pembahasan :
"Bustling" berarti penuh aktivitas dan energi, mirip dengan "ramai" atau crowded. Teks
tersebut menggambarkan Jalan Malioboro sebagai ramai dan bersemangat, yang
mendukung makna ini.
14. It is implied that ... reduces your carbon footprint.
A. using solar panels at home
B. living in a city instead of a village
C. being vegetarians
D. buying secondhand clothes
E. working fewer hours in the office
Jawaban : C
Pembahasan :
Teks tersebut secara eksplisit menyatakan, "Makan lebih banyak sayuran lokal dan kurangi
daging merah." Ini menyiratkan bahwa pola makan vegetarian atau pola makan nabati
mengurangi jejak karbon.Pilihan lain tidak disebutkan atau tersirat dalam teks.
Which of the following are facts and opinions?
Literature is not outdated. On the contrary, its ability to sharpen critical thinking, build empathy, and restore focus makes it more valuable than ever. (fact/opinion)
Some may argue that literature, with its long pages and complex language, is no longer necessary.(fact/opinion)
When readers analyze characters’ choices or the meaningbehind a metaphor, they practice interpreting and questioning ideas.(fact/opinion)
Reading To Kill a Mockingbird or an Indonesian classic like Sitti Nurbaya helps readers understand social struggles and values from different times and places. (fact/opinion)
Many psychologists have shown that regular reading improves focus and reduces stress. (fact/opinion)
Jawaban : Opinion, Opinion, Fact, Fact, Fact
Pembahasan :
A = opini (penilaian nilai tentang sastra yang "lebih berharga dari sebelumnya").
B = opini (mencerminkan apa yang "mungkin diperdebatkan beberapa orang," bukan
kebenaran universal).
C, D, E = pernyataan faktual yang dinyatakan langsung dalam teks (membaca membangun
keterampilan interpretasi, novel tertentu menunjukkan perjuangan sosial, temuan psikolog
tentang stres/fokus).
4. Which part of the text supports the idea of Yogyakarta as a nostalgic place?
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A. At night, the street becomes even more lively, with musicians playing
traditional songs.
B. For many, walking along Malioboro brings back warm memories of
bargaining for gifts or trying local snacks like gudeg (sweet jackfruit stew).
C. With its tall, detailed structures, Prambanan feels like a journey back in time.
D. Yogyakarta is more than just a travel destination—it’s a place where
memories are made.
E. It’s a city that invites you to return, again and again.
Jawaban : B, C, and D
Pembahasan :
Pernyataan 2, 3 dan 4 mendukung ide nostalgic, yaitu kerinduan sentimental atau kasih
sayang yang mendalam terhadap masa lalu, biasanya terhadap suatu periode atau tempat
dengan kenangan pribadi yang membahagiakan.
Pernyataan 2: For many, walking along Malioboro brings back warm memories of
bargaining for gifts or trying local snacks like gudeg (sweet jackfruit stew).
Pernyataan 3: With its tall, detailed structures, Prambanan feels like a journey back in
time.
Pernyataan 4: Yogyakarta is more than just a travel destination—it’s a place where
memories are made.
8. Which activity best shows how the author might act after the trip?
A. Ignoring local traditions when visiting another place
B. Practicing teamwork in group projects at school or work
C. Sharing cultural experiences with friends and family
D. Refusing to learn from new experiences
E. Being impatient when teaching children
Jawaban : B and C
Pembahasan :
Dari teks tersebut, penulis mendapatkan nilai-nilai kesabaran, kerja sama tim, dan
apresiasi terhadap budaya, sehingga setelah perjalanan mereka dapat menerapkan kerja
sama tim (B) dan berbagi pengalaman (C).
A, D, E bertentangan dengan pelajaran yang dipetik di Belitung.
12. What lesson did the author try to emphasize by saying “...but in Adi’s heart, there
was a new rhythm”?
A. Trying secret methods to get faster results
B. Focusing on small details because they matter
C. Depending only on talent without practicing
D. Believing that following teacher’s pattern is the best
E. Respecting the process and learning step by step
Jawaban : E
Pembahasan :
“Ritme baru” melambangkan pola pikir baru Adi: menghargai kesabaran, menghargai
langkah-langkah kecil, dan menghormati proses pembelajaran.
16. Who will benefit the most from reading the text?
A. People who want to understand and reduce their carbon footprint
B. Scientists who already research greenhouse gases professionally
C. Children who are too young to manage their own daily habits
D. Farmers who only focus on growing rice and vegetables
E. People who have no interest in living sustainably
Jawaban : A
Pembahasan :
Teks ini ditulis sebagai panduan praktis bagi masyarakat umum yang ingin hidup lebih
berkelanjutan.
B sudah memiliki keahlian, sehingga mereka tidak membutuhkan panduan ini.
C, D, E tidak sesuai dengan target audiens.
20. After reading the text, what would you do in your daily life as a student?
A. Stop using social media completely because it is dangerous.
B. Practice reading literature regularly to improve focus and reduce stress.
C. Use literature as a way to understand different cultures and perspectives.
D. Avoid reading novels because they are too long and complex.
E. Only read textbooks because they are more useful than literature and social
media.
Jawaban : B and C
Pembahasan :
B sesuai dengan teks: membaca membangun fokus dan mengurangi stres.
C sesuai dengan teks: sastra menumbuhkan empati dan rasa hormat terhadap
keberagaman.
A, D, E bertentangan dengan teks, yang menghargai sastra tetapi tidak menganjurkan
untuk meninggalkan media sosial atau buku pelajaran.
By reading the text, we know that the author is a _____ person.
A. shy
B. hardworking
C. unfriendly
D. reflective
E. ambitious
Jawaban : D
Pembahasan :
Penulis menulis refleksi harian dan menyimpulkan bahwa perjalanan tersebut bertujuan
untuk mengajar dan belajar → ini menunjukkan sifat reflektif.
A (malu): sebenarnya merujuk pada anak-anak pada awalnya, bukan penulis.
B (pekerja keras): penulis memang mengikuti jadwal yang padat, tetapi teks tersebut lebih
menekankan refleksi daripada kerja keras.
C (tidak ramah): jelas salah, karena penulis menikmati kerja sama tim dan pertukaran
budaya.
E (ambisius): tidak ditunjukkan, karena tidak disebutkan tentang mengejar tujuan atau
prestasi besar.
11. What would happen if Adi took his time when asked to clean a very old clock?
A. The shop would lose its ticking sounds forever.
B. Mr. Rahman would replace him with another apprentice.
C. The old clock would magically repair itself.
D. He would probably repair it correctly instead of breaking it.
E. He would become impatient and leave the shop.
Jawaban : D
Pembahasan :
Teks tersebut menunjukkan Adi merusak jam karena terburu-buru. Jika ia bekerja dengan
hati-hati, jam itu mungkin bisa diperbaiki dengan baik.
A, B, C, dan E tidak didukung oleh cerita.
Now read the following paragraph.
According to a 2021 report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), transportation accounts for nearly 25% of global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions, with private cars and motorcycles being the largest contributors. Studies also show that reducing red meat consumption can lower a person’s food-related carbon footprint by up to 50%, since beef and lamb production release high amounts of methane gas.
By comparing the information from the texts, which of the following statements are true about the text “How to Calculate and Reduce Your Carbon Footprint”?
It needs more data to support its arguments. (true/false)
It gives practical steps but not specific statistics. (true/false)
It. focuses only on transportation and ignores diet and electricity use.(true/false)
It lacks actionable guidance and is mostly opinion.(true/false)
Jawaban : True, True, False, False
Pembahasan :
A, B (benar): Teks yang lebih panjang merupakan panduan praktis (langkah-langkah dan
kiat) tetapi tidak menyediakan statistik atau kutipan, sehingga akan lebih baik jika
terdapat lebih banyak data.
C (salah): Teks ini mencakup transportasi, listrik, pola makan, dan penggunaan plastik,
bukan hanya transportasi.
D (salah): Teks ini memberikan langkah-langkah yang jelas dan dapat ditindaklanjuti
(berjalan kaki/bersepeda, matikan perangkat, makan lebih banyak sayuran, bawa botol/tas
sendiri).
17. What is the aim of the text?
A. To explain that literature should only be read for entertainment
B. To show that literature is less useful than digital media
C. To suggest that literature is only relevant for older generations
D. To argue that literature is still important in today’s digital era
E. To warn readers about the dangers of social media addiction
Jawaban : D
Pembahasan :
Penulis memberikan argumen (berpikir kritis, empati, keseimbangan) untuk meyakinkan
pembaca bahwa sastra masih relevan.