English Try Out 1-smkn 45 Jakarta
B. READING SECTIONPART V. Directions: Choose the one clause/sentence that best completes the dialog. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Kiki : Do you think that on job training program is necessary for vocational students? Athira: ….. because this program will give the students a chance to apply their knowledge into real practice.
- A.
No, I am not on your side
- B.
I think I am not at the same line
- C.
No, they just need to study at school
- D.
Sure, it will give them some experiences
Correct Answer
D. Sure, it will give them some experiencesExplanation
The correct answer suggests that on-the-job training programs are necessary for vocational students because they provide them with the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real-life situations and gain practical experience.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Andre : Bagas and I are going to see a movie tonight. Do you want to come with us? Chandra : I don’t think I can. .... so I can have a day off tomorrow.
- A.
I should go with you
- B.
I don’t like to go out tonight.
- C.
I have to work overtime today
- D.
I need to buy some movie CDs
Correct Answer
C. I have to work overtime todayExplanation
Chandra states that he cannot come to see the movie because he has to work overtime today. This implies that he has a work commitment that he cannot avoid, which is why he is unable to join Andre and Bagas.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Aditya : Can you tell me the activities you do every day? Brian : She always get up at five o’clock. she takes a bath and after that, she has breakfast and …. My class starts at 6.30 a.m. Aditya : How far is it from your house? Brian : Well, about 20 minutes by motorcycle
- A.
Take a nap
- B.
Goes to school
- C.
Prepare the meal
- D.
Wash my clothes
Correct Answer
B. Goes to schoolExplanation
The correct answer is "goes to school" because Brian mentions that his class starts at 6.30 a.m., indicating that he goes to school every day.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Tina : Good afternoon, Sir. … Bob : Could you give me some details about your package tours? Tina : Certainly. Would you like to see our brochures? Here they are.
- A.
Would you help me?
- B.
What can I do for you?
- C.
When can I visit your office?
- D.
Would you like to book a ticket?
Correct Answer
B. What can I do for you?Explanation
The correct answer is "What can I do for you?" because in the conversation, Bob asks Tina for details about the package tours. Tina then offers to show him the brochures. Based on this context, it can be inferred that Bob is asking Tina how he can assist him or what he can do to help him with the package tours.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Jessica : Hi Bill, … Bill : Couldn’t be better. How’s it going Jess? what’s up? what happened? Jessica : I do really sorry Bill; I am late to pick you up. I have something to do with my classmates.
- A.
How have you been?
- B.
Have you got the news?
- C.
Have we ever met before?
- D.
How long have you moved?
Correct Answer
A. How have you been?Explanation
The correct answer is "how have you been?" because it is the most appropriate response to Bill's question "How's it going Jess?" It shows that Jessica is acknowledging Bill's question and is interested in knowing how he has been. The other options do not fit the context of the conversation or are not relevant to the situation.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Harry : Hi Kim. Do you know about our new semester’s subject? Who is the lecturer? Kim : On Monday we’ll get Accounting and Finance. We will be taught by Mr.Cool who is the grumpiest lecturer in this college and if he gives us assignments, …. Otherwise, he won’t let us join his class.
- A.
It won’t be score for the whole semester
- B.
It will be assisted by his favorite student
- C.
It has to be discussed in the small groups
- D.
It must be turned in two days before the class
Correct Answer
D. It must be turned in two days before the classExplanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that according to Kim, if Mr. Cool gives them assignments, they must be turned in two days before the class. This implies that the assignments have a specific deadline and must be submitted in advance.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Barbara : Where shall we go for our vacation this year, Ted? Ted : How about Florida? It's cheap, and good weather is guaranteed. Barbara : …. Have you seen this ad for adventure holidays in Canada?
- A.
I’d rather listen to some music in my room
- B.
I'd rather do something more exciting this year
- C.
I prefer staying at home doing nothing to going out
- D.
I would prefer buying some new clothes to travelling
Correct Answer
B. I'd rather do something more exciting this yearExplanation
The correct answer suggests that Barbara would prefer to do something more exciting for their vacation this year, rather than going to Florida or staying at home. This implies that she is not interested in the idea of going to Florida and wants to have a more adventurous vacation experience.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Ardi : It’s hot here. Isn’t it? Banu : Yes, it is. I think it will help if we open a window. Ardi : That’s right. …, please? Banu : Yes, certainly.
- A.
Will you do it
- B.
Can you wash it
- C.
Can you paint it
- D.
Will you close it
Correct Answer
A. Will you do itExplanation
The correct answer is "Will you do it" because Ardi suggests opening a window to help with the heat, and Banu agrees with the idea. Therefore, Ardi is asking Banu if they will be the one to open the window.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Sandi : So, how was your vacation? Sifra : Oh! … I’ve ever had in my life. I like it very much. Sandi : Wow! Where did you go? Sifra : We went to the Bahamas. It’s such an amazing place.
- A.
This was the best trip
- B.
This is the worst dream
- C.
This was a terrible vacation
- D.
This is the happiest moment
Correct Answer
A. This was the best tripExplanation
The correct answer is "This was the best trip" because Sifra is referring to her vacation in the past tense and expressing that it was the best trip she has ever had in her life.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Tharith : So, what are you going to do after graduation, Cheng? Cheng : Well, I’ve saved some money, and I think I really like to travel. Tharith : Lucky you. That sounds exciting! Cheng : Yeah. Then I plan to get a job and my own apartment. Tharith : Oh, you’re not going to live at home? Cheng : No, I don’t want to live with my parents when I start to work. What about you? Tharith : I’m going to get a job and live at home. I’m broke. What is the topic mainly about?
- A.
Losing a job.
- B.
Renting a house.
- C.
Saving some money.
- D.
Planning after school.
Correct Answer
D. Planning after school.Explanation
The conversation between Tharith and Cheng revolves around their plans after graduation. Cheng mentions that he has saved some money and wants to travel, and then plans to get a job and his own apartment. Tharith, on the other hand, mentions that he will get a job and live at home because he is broke. Therefore, the topic of the conversation is mainly about planning after school.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Tharith : So, what are you going to do after graduation, Cheng? Cheng : Well, I’ve saved some money, and I think I really like to travel. Tharith : Lucky you. That sounds exciting! Cheng : Yeah. Then I plan to get a job and my own apartment. Tharith : Oh, you’re not going to live at home? Cheng : No, I don’t want to live with my parents when I start to work. What about you? Tharith : I’m going to get a job and live at home. I’m broke. What will Cheng probably do after getting a job?
- A.
Staying at home.
- B.
Renting a house.
- C.
Continuing his study
- D.
Travelling with some friends.
Correct Answer
B. Renting a house.Explanation
Cheng mentions that he plans to get a job and his own apartment. He also states that he doesn't want to live with his parents when he starts to work. This suggests that Cheng will likely choose to rent a house after getting a job, rather than staying at home or continuing his study.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Which one do you like?
- A.
Rich
- B.
Annoying
- C.
Penniless
- D.
Ridiculous
Correct Answer
C. PennilessExplanation
The given question is asking for a personal preference. Out of the options given, the word "penniless" implies being without money, which could be seen as a negative trait. Therefore, the correct answer suggests that the person prefers something other than being penniless, such as being rich, annoying, or ridiculous.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Idhay : Wien, do you have plans for the weekend? Wien : I have nothing definite planned. Why? Idhay : Saturday is Mary's birthday party. Would you like to join with us? Wien : Sure, I could come to her party. Where are you going to have it? Idhay : It's going to be a pool party at Jay's apartment building. Wien : That sounds like fun. Is it a potluck? Idhay : Yes, we would like for people to help us by bringing side dishes and drinks. What is the dialog mainly about?
- A.
A new apartment building
- B.
A large swimming pool
- C.
A various side dishes
- D.
A party invitation
Correct Answer
D. A party invitationExplanation
The dialog is mainly about a party invitation. Idhay invites Wien to Mary's birthday party and discusses the details of the party, such as the location and the request for people to bring side dishes and drinks. The other options mentioned in the question (a new apartment building, a large swimming pool, various side dishes) are mentioned in the dialog but are not the main focus of the conversation.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Idhay : Wien, do you have plans for the weekend? Wien : I have nothing definite planned. Why? Idhay : Saturday is Mary's birthday party. Would you like to join with us? Wien : Sure, I could come to her party. Where are you going to have it? Idhay : It's going to be a pool party at Jay's apartment building. Wien : That sounds like fun. Is it a potluck? Idhay : Yes, we would like for people to help us by bringing side dishes and drinks. What will each of them do before going to the party?
- A.
Prepare certain food to take with them.
- B.
Buy a new swimsuit for the party.
- C.
Decorate the apartment room.
- D.
Blow some colorful balloons.
Correct Answer
A. Prepare certain food to take with them.Explanation
Before going to the party, each of them will prepare certain food to take with them. This is indicated by Idhay's statement that they would like for people to help them by bringing side dishes and drinks.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Idhay : Wien, do you have plans for the weekend? Wien : I have nothing definite planned. Why? Idhay : Saturday is Mary's birthday party. Would you like to join with us? Wien : Sure, I could come to her party. Where are you going to have it? Idhay : It's going to be a pool party at Jay's apartment building. Wien : That sounds like fun. Is it a potluck? Idhay : Yes, we would like for people to help us by bringing side dishes and drinks. “… by bringing side dishes and drinks.” What is the synonym of the underlined word?
- A.
Meals
- B.
Container
- C.
Tableware
- D.
Ingredients
Correct Answer
A. MealsExplanation
The underlined word "side dishes and drinks" refers to food and beverages that are brought to the party. "Meals" is a synonym for food, which fits the context of bringing side dishes and drinks to the party.Rate this question:
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