TKA 2025
MAPEL BAHASA INGGRIS TINGKAT LANJUT
SMA NEGERI 1 SAMADUA
The following text for questions number 1 to 3
AI is increasingly used in various areas of life, including the
workplace. While some support this development, others express
concern. Below are arguments for and against the use of AI at work.
Supporters present three main points. First, efficiency and productivity.
AI can handle repetitive, monotonous tasks without fatigue, allowing
employees to focus on more complex and creative work. This increases
output and saves time. Second, better decision- making. AI can analyze
vast amounts of data quickly, identifying patterns and trends that help
managers make informed, data-driven decisions. This leads to more
accurate forecasts, improved employee engagement, and better overall
results. Third, learning and development. AI can enhance employee
engagement by offering personalized training. AI systems can detect
skill gaps and recommend tailored programs, helping employees grow.
This benefits both workers—by boosting confidence and capability—
and companies—by fostering more skilled, loyal, and satisfied staff.
Critics, however, raise several concerns. First, job displacement. As AI
takes over tasks once handled by humans, there’s growing fear of job
loss, causing stress among workers. Second, lack of human touch.
Despite its capabilities, AI cannot replicate the empathy, emotional
intelligence, and connection offered by human leaders—essential in
many roles. Third, ethical and privacy issues. Concerns about data
use require clear policies to ensure fairness, transparency, and
respect for privacy, maintaining employee trust.
Conclusion: AI should be used in the workplace, but with proper
regulations to maximize benefits and minimize risks. A cautious,
well- planned approach is essential for the future.
1. Based on the information given, Which industry sectors are heavily
impacted by AI?
Click the Yes or No option for each statement!
Industry Sector Yes No
Information and communication
Financial and insurance activities
Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
2. Paragraph two mainly discussed AI as…
A. a tool to enhance workplace productivity and employee growth.
B. the cause of job losses and emotional stress among workers.
C. a system that replaces human leaders in decision-making.
D. a machine incapable of human empathy and connection.
E. the threat to employee’s privacy and data security.
3. According to the text, as a student who will soon join the
workforce, what should you do to compete with AI?
There is more than one correct answer. Click on every correct
answer!
Improve your emotional intelligence
Avoid industries where AI is widely applied
Undergo personalized training to close skill gaps
Switch to jobs with minimal technology involvement
Focus on tasks that require creativity and complex thinking
Text for questions number 4
In recent years, the world has seen a big change in how people pay
for things. More and more people, especially young ones, prefer using
digital payment methods like e-wallets, mobile banking, and contactless
cards. This new trend has given rise to what many call the “cashless
generation.”
One main reason for this shift is convenience. Paying with a phone or
card is faster and easier than carrying coins and bills. People can now
buy food, shop online, or even pay for public transport with just a
tap. It also helps reduce the risk of theft since there is no physical
money to lose.
Another reason is the growth of technology. With smartphones
becoming common and the internet being more available, digital
payments have become part of daily life. Many schools and cafes now
even refuse to accept cash, encouraging young people to adapt to this
modern lifestyle.
However, there are some concerns. Some people argue that going
cashless can exclude older generations or those who do not have
access to smartphones or bank accounts. Others worry about privacy
and security, as digital payments can be tracked and hacked.
Despite these issues, the cashless trend continues to grow.
Governments and businesses are working to make digital payments
more secure and more available to everyone. It seems likely that the
future will be even more digital.
In conclusion, the cashless generation represents a big change in how
we handle money. While there are both advantages and
disadvantages, it is clear that cashless payments offer many benefits
in terms of speed and convenience. As long as we ensure that everyone
can join this movement, the cashless future could be a smart and
inclusive one.
4. According to the text, what are the main reasons why many people
are going cashless?
There is more than one correct answer. Click on every correct answer!
Digital payments are quicker and more practical
People want to save more by using e-wallets
Schools and cafes have started refusing cash
Using cards helps people earn extra income
Governments are banning physical money
Text for question number 5
For hundreds of years, education has been closely connected to writing. Professors had
been writing down their lectures, and students had been keeping notes after their teachers.
Goose feathers and parchment changed to ballpoint pens and paper. With the emergence
and development of mobile technologies, students nowadays tend to use smartphones or
laptops in class more often than pens and paper. There are many arguments in favour of
doing so
First of all, let us face reality: people do not write as much today as they used to several
years ago. This is especially true in the case of the youth: teenagers and young adults
tend to feel more confident and comfortable typing on their devices rather than with
handwriting. Keeping records after a teacher in class requires a student to write
extremely fast, which often decreases the readability of the notes taken. Sometimes it can
be extremely difficult for a student to understand what he or she hurriedly wrote down
in class. At the same time, typing on a smartphone or laptop helps write the important
information down in a comprehensible and accurate way. Also, handwriting always
involves grammatical mistakes, typos, blots, and so on.
Secondly, technology is something youth nowadays have got so accustomed to that
without it, they operate less efficiently. Students are native to such devices as
smartphones, laptops, tablets, and other gadgets, and naturally incorporate them in
whatever they do, be it leisure time or studying. Not allowing students to use
smartphone and laptop in class means to deprive them of something that is almost a part
of them and of their daily lives. If young people know how to use technology to their
advantage and increase their studying effectiveness with its help, why forbid them from
doing it?
Thirdly, the use of mobile technologies helps make the studying process more engaging
for students. For example, there are teachers who like to illustrate their lectures with
photographs, charts, or interactive graphics. If students are using smartphone or laptop, a
teacher can send them supplementary educational materials via email or in social media.
Or, students may be able to look up contradictory and/ or insufficient information during
the course or a lecture, and ask questions immediately. Smartphone and laptop also
allow changing the format of teaching. Some teachers develop experimental ways of
lecturing, and these new methods tend to show promising results. Needless to say such
formats of studying are more appealing to young people who value their freedom and
time, and prove to be extremely effective.
Based on the arguments above, allowing students to use smartphone and laptop in
class would be a small but substantial change. Modern students are digital natives, and
can effectively use technologies to their advantage. They would be able to not just take
notes on lectures more effectively, but would also eagerly engage in new forms of
studying such as remote studying, using interactive online materials, and so on.
5. Which of the following describes the idea that smartphones and laptops are
allowed in class?
a. Buying a laptop is expensive for students.
b. Replacing goose feathers and parchment into ballpoint pens and paper is a
good solution.
c. Using conventional methods is gradually becoming obsolete
d. Students tend to use laptops in class more often than pens and paper.
e. the use of mobile technologies helps make the studying process more
engaging for students
6. “With the emergence and development of mobile technologies, students nowadays
tend to use smartphones or laptops in class more often than pens and paper.” (p.
1)
According to the statement, what will replace pens and paper?
A. a laptop
B. a book
C. goose feathers and parchment
D. a computer
E. a notebook
Text for questions no.7 to 9
Read the text above. There is more than one correct answer. Give a tick on
every correct answer!
7. How did the owners feel when they forgot where they had put their smartphones?
All felt worried and frightened
Some people felt happy
Even though some people felt happy, more people felt very sad
The situation affected some people physically or mentally
For most people, the situation didn’t influence their activities
Read the text above. There is more than one correct answer. Give a tick on
every correct answer!
8. What is the text about?
The survey of people’s reaction when they misplaced their phones.
The latest survey of smartphone’s owners.
People’s feeling when they lost their phones.
9. What is the aim of showing the survey in text above?
To support the writer’s argument
To report a real fact of the importance of smartphones in people’s life
To rebut a false information about the function of smartphones.
The following graph for question number 10.
Look at this graph. Decide whether these statements are true or false.
NO. Statements True False
According to the survey, the most popular channel among
1.
teenagers aged 16 is not Cartoon TV but Sports TV.
According to the facts, teenagers aged 16 are more
2.
interested in watching Geo TV than News TV
KUNCI JAWABAN
1 Yes, yes, No
2 A
3 1 dan 5
4 1 dan 2
5 D
6 A
7 B,C,D
8 A dan C
9 B
10 True, false
Text for questions numbers 4 to 6
My Experience as an Intern at a Sports Club
Last summer, I had the opportunity to work as an intern at a local sports club.
It was my first time working in a professional sports environment, and I was
both nervous and excited. The internship went through a few phases,
starting from orientation until finally jumping in to help during practices
and games.
On my first day, I met the head coach, who welcomed me and explained
my tasks. I had to set up cones for drills, bring water for the players, and
check the training schedules. The first few days were challenging because I
was not used to the morning routine. Every morning I had to wake up
early, arrive on time, and follow instructions carefully. I worried about
making mistakes, but the coaches were kind and guided me.
In the second month of my internship, I was trained to handle emergency
situations. I got the chance to put that knowledge into practice when
something unexpected happened. During football practice, a player fell and
hurt his ankle. Everyone stopped, and I quickly ran to get the first aid kit. I
helped the coach assess the injury and ensured the player stayed calm while
we got him seated safely. Luckily, it wasn’t serious, but the experience
reinforced an important lesson: staying alert and prepared during
emergencies can make a big difference.
At the end of my internship, the coaches held an evaluation and reflection
session where they shared the results of their feedback. They highlighted
my strengths in teamwork, responsibility, and communication, and even gave
me a club T-shirt as a gift. I felt proud because I had improved in these
areas. It was a great experience, and I hope to work in a sports club again
in the future.
5. During the internship, what did the writer do every morning?
A. Made schedules and explained them to the coaches.
B. Played football with the team and got the first aid kit.
C. Prepared a club gift, guided the coaches, and gave t-shirts.
D. Woke up early, arrived on time, and followed the instructions.
E. Set up cones, brought water, and checked emergency schedules.
6. What are the best words to describe the writer’s personality during
the internship?
There is more than one correct answer. Click on every correct answer!
Careful and ready to help
Confident and enjoys working alone
Responsible and willing to learn
Friendly and works well with others
Creative and likes to try new things
7. What will the writer most likely do after finishing the internship?
A. Considering a career in a sports medicine
B. Stop working and focus only on school
C. Look for another chance to work in a sports club
D. Study medicine to become a doctor
E. Train as a professional football player
