SOAL BAHASA INGGRIS SEMESTER 2

Mata pelajaran : Bahasa Inggris

Kelas/Semester : X / Genap

Choose A, B, C, D or E for the correct answer.

The text is for number no 1 – 5 .

On Wednesday, my students and I went to Yogyakarta. We stayed at Dirgahayu
Hotel which is not far from Malioboro.
On Thursday, we visited the temples in Prambanan. There are three big temples, the
Brahmana, Syiwa and Wisnu temples. They are really amazing. We visited only Brahmana
and Syiwa temples, because Wisnu temple is being renovated.
On Friday morning we went to Yogya Kraton. We spent about two hours there. We
were lucky because we were led by a smart and friendly guide. Then we continued our
journey to Borobudur. We arrived there at four p.m. At 5 p.m. we heard the announcement
that Borobudur gate would be closed. In the evening we left for Jakarta by wisata bus.

1. The text above mainly discusses about…..

A. the writer’s trip to Yogyakarta
B. the writer’s first visit to Prambanan
C. the writer’s impression about the guide
D. the writer’s experience at Yogya Kraton
E. the writer’s announcement to Yogyakarta

2. The text is written in the form of a…

A. recount
B. narrative
C. report
D. Descriptive
E. procedure

3. The purpose of the text is to....

A. tell past events
B. entertain readers
C. describe the smugglers
D. inform readers about events of the day
E. persuade readers

4. What are the big temples in Prambanan?

A. paria, brahmana, and temples
B. brahmana, syiwa, and wisnu temples
C. wisnu, syiwa, and borobudur temples
D. borobudur, syiwa, and brahmana temples
E. wisnu, paria, borobudur temples
5. When did they go home?
A. On Saturday morning
B. On Friday evening
C. On Thursday evening
D. On Friday afternoon
E. On Monday evening

6. Why did they only visit Brahmana and Syiwa temples?

A. because there was no wisnu temple
B. because wisnu temple was amazing
C. because wisnu temple was too small
D. because wisnu temple was being repaired
E. because paria temple was being fixed

The text is for number no 7 – 9.

Yesterday my family and I went to the zoo to see the elephant. When we got to the
zoo, we went to the shop to buy some food to give to the animals.
After getting the food, we went to the nocturnal house where we saw birds and reptiles
which only come out at night. Before having lunch, we went for a ride on the elephant. It
was a thrill to ride it. Dad fell off when he let go off the rope, but he was ok. During the
lunch we fed some birds in the park. In the afternoon we saw the animals being fed. When
we returned home we were very tired but happy. It was because we had so much fun
activities at many places at the zoo.

7. What happened to the writer’s dad when he rode an elephant?

A. He felt a thrill
B. He felt fun
C. He fell off
D. He failed
E. He fails

8. Why did the writer and his family feel very tired after having a trip to the zoo?
A. They had to visit many places in the zoo
B. They took a long time to reach the zoo area
C. They had to feed a lot of animals in the zoo
D. They had no time to take a rest in the zoo
E. They took a short time to reach the zoo area

9. … our family felt tired after visiting the zoo, we were still happy.
A. since
B. because
C. although
D. nevertheless
E. because of

The text is for number no 10 – 12 .

 Last weekend I and my classmates went to the countryside to have a picnic. Before
leaving, we made some sandwiches for lunch. We left quite early to avoid the traffic jam.
After driving for two hours, we arrived at a very nice place. It was near a river with some big
trees around it. The driver parked the car under the tree. Seeing the clear an cool water of
the river, my friends and I decided to swim. After having lunch together, we went around
the area to enjoy the scenery. We saw some beautiful birds and butterflies. After walking for
about an hour, we decided to return to the car and go home. Unfortunately, we cloud not
start up the car. Finally after sometime, we cloud make the car start up by pushing it. We
were happy although we felt a bit tired when we got home.

10. What is the main idea of the second paragraph?

A. The writer made sandwiches for lunch
B. The writer did some fun activities during their picnic
C. After doing some activities, the writer went home by car
D. Last weekend the writer prepared to have a picnic in the countryside
E. The writer made food for lunch

11. Why did the writer and his friends decide to swim in the river?
A. They felt hot after having lunch
B. They felt tired after having a walk
C. The water was cool and clear
D. It was a tiring day
E. It was a boring day

12. Because of the trouble they had at the end of their picnic, they probably ….
A. got home a bit late
B. decided to swim again
C. had to spend the night there
D. decided not to have a picnic again
E. had to go there

The text is for number no 13 –15 .

Last April, John took a trip to Las Vegas, Nevada. Las Vegas is a popular destination in the
western portion of the United States. The town is most popular for its casinos, hotels, and
exciting nightlife. In downtown Las Vegas, John spent a lot of time on The Strip, which is a
2.5 mile stretch of shopping, entertainment venues, luxury hotels, and fine dining
experiences. This is probably the most commonly visited tourist area in the city. The Strip at
night looks especially beautiful. All of the buildings light up with bright, neon, eye-catching
signs to attract visitor attention.
A stay in Las Vegas can feel similar to a visit to many popular cities worldwide. Many of
the hotels have miniature versions of important international sites and monuments. These
famous landmarks include the Eiffel Tower, Venice, and even ancient Rome.
One day, John took a side trip outside of the city to visit the Grand Canyon, one of the
Seven Wonders of the Natural World. The canyon offers a breathtaking view of Nevada’s
ridges and natural landscape. John especially liked the canyon because it was removed from
all of the noise and movement in downtown Las Vegas. John had a great time during his trip
to Las Vegas. He did not win a lot of money in the casinos. However, he managed to see a lot
of amazing sites during his visit to this city that never sleeps.

13. When did John travel to Las Vegas?

A. Last weekend
B. Last summer
C. Last spring
D. Yesterday
E. Tomorrow

14. What is an activity that a tourist cannot do on The Strip?

A. Eat
B. Visit the Grand Canyon
C. Stay overnight
D. Shop
E. Food

15. Which best describes the purpose of the Las Vegas Strip?
A. It is a 2.5 mile stretch.
B. It keeps tourists safe.
C. It offers a lot of activities for tourists.
D. There are too many neon lights.
E. There is few activities

The text is for number no 16 – 23 .

Once upon a time there lived a little girl named Snow White. She lived with her aunt
and uncle because her parents were dead.
One day she heard her uncle and aunt talking about leaving Snow White in the castle because
they both wanted to go to America and they didn’t have enough money to take Snow White.
Snow White didn’t want her uncle and aunt to do that so she decided that it would
be best if she ran away. The next morning she ran away into the woods. She was very tired
and hungry. Then she saw a little cottage. She knocked but no one answered so she went
inside and fell asleep. Meanwhile, the seven dwarfs were coming home from work. There
they found Snow White sleeping. Then Snow White woke up. She saw the dwarfs.
The dwarfs said, “What is your name?” Snow White said, “My name is Snow White.”
Then, Snow White told the dwarfs the whole story. The dwarfs said, “If you want, you may
live here with us.”
Snow White answered, “Oh, could I? Thank you.” Finally, Snow White and the seven dwarfs
lived happily ever after.

16. What type of the text is used by the writer ?

A. narrative
B. report
C. anecdote
D. comparative
E. descriptive
17. To tell the plot, the writers uses….
A. a rhetorical question and an exclamation
B. time sequences
C. contrastive evidences
D. past tense
E. present tense

18. Why Snow White ran away to the woods?

A. Her parents passed away
B. Her uncle was angry with her
C. Her uncle and aunt would go to America
D. Snow White was happy to run away.
E. Snow White and the seven dwarfs lived happily ever after.

19. When did Snow White run away to the woods?

A. In the afternoon
B. In the morning
C. In the evening
D. In the full moon
D. In the night

20. Where did Snow White live after she ran away to the woods?
A. She lived in the cave
B. She lived in the lion nest
C. She lived everywhere in the woods
D. She lived in the dwarfs’ cottage
E. She lived in the city