1.
Mila : The soup is delicious, isn’t it?Bintoro : … It’s a bit tasty.
Correct Answer
A. I don’t think so.
Explanation
Bintoro's response of "I don't think so" indicates that he disagrees with Mila's statement that the soup is delicious. He believes that the soup is not as tasty as Mila claims it to be.
2.
Gina : Where is the meeting room? It seems I got lost.Aruni : It’s near the swimming pool. Just walk down this pathway and …
Correct Answer
A. Turn right near the water tank.
Explanation
Aruni suggests that Gina should turn right near the water tank in order to find the meeting room.
3.
Fabian : What do you like to do with all of your family?Kenny : …, we love eating very much.
Correct Answer
C. We like to try different kind of culinary
Explanation
Kenny mentions that his family loves eating very much, which suggests that they enjoy trying different kinds of culinary experiences. This implies that they enjoy exploring different types of food and trying new dishes together as a family.
4.
Receptionist: Anaya Hotel, Diane speaking, may I help you?Leech : Yes, … for three days at the end of December.Receptionist: I’m so sorry, sir. We’re running out those rooms. We only have the rooms facing garden.
Correct Answer
B. I’d like to reserve a large meeting room
Explanation
The correct answer is "I’d like to reserve a large meeting room." This is the correct answer because the Leech is asking to reserve a specific type of room, which is a large meeting room. The other options mentioned in the dialogue are not related to reserving a meeting room.
5.
Anissa : When can you come to my office? I need your help badly.Syahri : I’m very busy this week. …
Correct Answer
B. Maybe next week.
Explanation
Anissa asks Syahri when he can come to her office because she needs his help. Syahri responds by saying that he is very busy this week, suggesting that he cannot come to her office at the moment. However, he then suggests "Maybe next week" as a possible time for him to come and help her. This implies that Syahri is willing to assist Anissa, but just not immediately due to his busy schedule.
6.
Receptionist : The Emerald office. Good morning.Arkan : Good morning. Can I speak to Mr. Yudi, please?Receptionist : …. Can I take a message?
Correct Answer
B. I’m sorry. He is not here at the moment.
Explanation
The correct answer is "I’m sorry. He is not here at the moment." This answer is the appropriate response to the question of whether Mr. Yudi is available to speak. It indicates that Mr. Yudi is currently unavailable and implies that the person should either leave a message or try calling back later.
7.
Dicky : Listen, we’re just going around the corner for a drink. …..?Santi : Well, I’d love to, but I’m not sure I have time.
Correct Answer
A. Would you join us?
Explanation
The correct answer is "Would you join us?" because Dicky is inviting Santi to join him and someone else for a drink. The phrase "just going around the corner for a drink" implies that they are going to a nearby location, and Dicky is asking if Santi would like to accompany them.
8.
Detective: What were you doing when the accident happened?Mr. Smith: ….
Correct Answer
D. I had been talking to a friend when the accident happened
Explanation
The correct answer is "I had been talking to a friend when the accident happened." This answer indicates that Mr. Smith was engaged in a conversation with a friend at the time of the accident. The past perfect continuous tense "had been talking" suggests that the conversation was ongoing before the accident occurred. This information is relevant to the detective's investigation as it establishes Mr. Smith's whereabouts and activities during the accident.
9.
Inderi : Oh God, I failed in my final test. What should I do now?Indry : …, so you can take a remedial test later.
Correct Answer
C. You have to study hard
Explanation
In this conversation, Inderi expresses her concern about failing the final test. Indry responds by saying "You have to study hard" as a solution for Inderi's problem. This suggests that studying hard is necessary in order to improve and perform better in the future.
10.
Tuti : New Year is almost coming. What will you do for spending the holiday?Tita : … My uncle owns it.
Correct Answer
C. We will stay in one of the hotel in Lombok.
11.
Arie : I plan to continue my study after I graduated. How about you?Ria : I have to find a job but I wish … so I can go to university, too.
Correct Answer
D. My parents had enough money
Explanation
Ria expresses her wish to go to university as well, but she mentions that her parents need to have enough money for her to be able to do so. This implies that the reason she hasn't been able to pursue further studies is due to financial constraints. Therefore, the correct answer is "my parents had enough money".
12.
Lena : Which one do you think would be better for me, taking an English course or taking a French course?Yuriko : Well, I think … since your English is already quite good.
Correct Answer
A. You’d better take another foreign language.
Explanation
The correct answer suggests that Lena should consider taking a different foreign language instead of English or French. This is because Yuriko mentions that Lena's English is already quite good, implying that she may not benefit as much from taking an English course. Therefore, it would be more beneficial for Lena to explore another foreign language to broaden her skills and knowledge.
13.
Cynthia : Housekeeping division, Cynthia speaking, may I help you?Guest : I’m running of toilet paper, …
Correct Answer
B. Would you please bring some for me?
Explanation
The correct answer is "would you please bring some for me?" because the guest is asking for help with a specific request, which is to bring some toilet paper. The other options are unrelated or do not address the guest's need for toilet paper.
14.
Otong : I heard that you’re leaving at Pondok Indah, now. Can’t believe it! …Hasanah : Thank you very much. That’s also a miracle for me.
Correct Answer
A. I do really proud of you.
15.
Igor : My computer is out of order. I don’t know what to do. Could you help me?Paul : Why don’t you ask Wendy? He is a computer programmer. …
Correct Answer
B. He is able to solve your problem.
Explanation
The correct answer is "He is able to solve your problem." This answer is supported by Paul's suggestion to ask Wendy, who is a computer programmer. Since Wendy is knowledgeable in computers and programming, it is likely that he would be able to help Igor solve his computer problem.
16.
Tasya : May I help you, sir ?Hendra : I need some strings and nails.Tasya : Here It is. Anything else ?Hendra : ….
Correct Answer
A. I don’t think so.
Explanation
The correct answer is "I don’t think so." because it is the most appropriate response to the question "Anything else?" It indicates that the person does not need anything else besides the strings and nails they have already requested.
17.
Dear Mr. Bibit :You have been highly recommended by several of our members as a speaker for the banquet that closes a two-day meeting of the Indonesian Association of Travel Agents. The place is the Sheraton Inn in Balikpapan; the date is the evening of Sept 23. The banquet is a purely social affair, climaxing two days of hard work, and we prefer an address on the light side, but with an inspiration theme. I would leave it to you to select a topic, which I know will be appropriate for the occasion.May I hear from you by August 23? Please indicate in your reply the financial arrangements you require. Just as soon as we have reached an agreement, I will send you more details, including a tentative convention program.Sincerely yours,Chandra HamzahWhen will the occasion take place?
Correct Answer
A. On August 23
Explanation
The occasion will take place on August 23. This can be inferred from the line "May I hear from you by August 23?" which indicates that the speaker is requesting a response from Mr. Bibit by that date.
18.
Dear Mr. Bibit :You have been highly recommended by several of our members as a speaker for the banquet that closes a two-day meeting of the Indonesian Association of Travel Agents. The place is the Sheraton Inn in Balikpapan; the date is the evening of Sept 23. The banquet is a purely social affair, climaxing two days of hard work, and we prefer an address on the light side, but with an inspiration theme. I would leave it to you to select a topic, which I know will be appropriate for the occasion.May I hear from you by August 23? Please indicate in your reply the financial arrangements you require. Just as soon as we have reached an agreement, I will send you more details, including a tentative convention program.Sincerely yours,Chandra HamzahWhat is the main idea of the paragraph 2?
Correct Answer
C. The programs that will be included.
Explanation
The main idea of the paragraph 2 is the programs that will be included. The author mentions that the banquet is a purely social affair, climaxing two days of hard work, and they prefer an address on the light side with an inspirational theme. The author also mentions that they will send more details, including a tentative convention program, once the financial arrangements are agreed upon. This indicates that the programs for the banquet will be included in the details that will be sent.
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Dear Mr. Bibit :You have been highly recommended by several of our members as a speaker for the banquet that closes a two-day meeting of the Indonesian Association of Travel Agents. The place is the Sheraton Inn in Balikpapan; the date is the evening of Sept 23. The banquet is a purely social affair, climaxing two days of hard work, and we prefer an address on the light side, but with an inspiration theme. I would leave it to you to select a topic, which I know will be appropriate for the occasion.May I hear from you by August 23? Please indicate in your reply the financial arrangements you require. Just as soon as we have reached an agreement, I will send you more details, including a tentative convention program.Sincerely yours,Chandra HamzahThe word ‘banquet’ in paragraph 2 has the closest meaning with :
Correct Answer
A. Event.
Explanation
The word 'banquet' in the paragraph refers to a social gathering that is held to celebrate the closing of a two-day meeting. It is mentioned that the banquet is a purely social affair, which indicates that it is an event where people come together to enjoy a meal and socialize. Therefore, the closest meaning to the word 'banquet' in this context is 'event'.
20.
Jameson-Saville PLCBUSINESS CONTROLLERSalary £45,000+carLocation : Hanoi, VietnamSuccesful applicant will have :• Minimum 6 years’ experience• Experience in S.E Asia• Excellent English and VietnameseSend an up-to-date CV to T.Clapman, jameson-Saville PLC, 1-4 Marple way, London W3 ORGWhat is the purpose of the text?
Correct Answer
C. To inform the reader a job vacancy.
Explanation
The purpose of the text is to inform the reader about a job vacancy. This is evident from the details provided such as the salary, location, and the requirement to send a CV to apply for the position. The text does not aim to entertain, describe a business controller, tell about a successful applicant, or persuade readers.
21.
Jameson-Saville PLCBUSINESS CONTROLLERSalary £45,000+carLocation : Hanoi, VietnamSuccesful applicant will have :• Minimum 6 years’ experience• Experience in S.E Asia• Excellent English and VietnameseSend an up-to-date CV to T.Clapman, jameson-Saville PLC, 1-4 Marple way, London W3 ORGWhat will the successful applicant get, except?
Correct Answer
D. Salary and car.
Explanation
The successful applicant will receive a salary and a car, as mentioned in the job advertisement. Therefore, the correct answer is "Salary and car."
22.
Jameson-Saville PLCBUSINESS CONTROLLERSalary £45,000+carLocation : Hanoi, VietnamSuccesful applicant will have :• Minimum 6 years’ experience• Experience in S.E Asia• Excellent English and VietnameseSend an up-to-date CV to T.Clapman, jameson-Saville PLC, 1-4 Marple way, London W3 ORGthe word ‘controller’ has the closest meaning to:
Correct Answer
A. Programmer.
23.
Ask Rahman Suherman what his business was and he said: ‘we did everything.’ SUHERMAN INTERNATIONAL was really several companies in one. It was set up in the early seventies by two Singaporean brothers, Ali and rahman Suherman, specializing in the transportation of goods overseas by air or by surface transport in 1980, it expanded into the home market, handling house removals and providing storage facilities.Based in Singapore, it opened offices in coastal cities, starting with Kyoto and Sydney in the mid-eighties.What is the purpose of the text?
Correct Answer
B. To explain Singaporean brothers’ business.
Explanation
The purpose of the text is to explain the business of the Singaporean brothers, Ali and Rahman Suherman. The text provides information about their company, SUHERMAN INTERNATIONAL, which started as a transportation company specializing in the transportation of goods overseas and later expanded into the home market. The text also mentions the locations of their offices in coastal cities. Therefore, the main focus of the text is to provide details about the Singaporean brothers' business.
24.
Ask Rahman Suherman what his business was and he said: ‘we did everything.’ SUHERMAN INTERNATIONAL was really several companies in one. It was set up in the early seventies by two Singaporean brothers, Ali and rahman Suherman, specializing in the transportation of goods overseas by air or by surface transport in 1980, it expanded into the home market, handling house removals and providing storage facilities.Based in Singapore, it opened offices in coastal cities, starting with Kyoto and Sydney in the mid-eighties.Who were the founders of the company?
Correct Answer
B. Ali and Rahman Suherman.
Explanation
The founders of the company were Ali and Rahman Suherman. This is evident from the statement "It was set up in the early seventies by two Singaporean brothers, Ali and Rahman Suherman."
25.
Ask Rahman Suherman what his business was and he said: ‘we did everything.’ SUHERMAN INTERNATIONAL was really several companies in one. It was set up in the early seventies by two Singaporean brothers, Ali and rahman Suherman, specializing in the transportation of goods overseas by air or by surface transport in 1980, it expanded into the home market, handling house removals and providing storage facilities.Based in Singapore, it opened offices in coastal cities, starting with Kyoto and Sydney in the mid-eighties.What is the synonym of the word ‘expanded’?
Correct Answer
D. Developed.
Explanation
The word "expanded" means to increase in size, scope, or extent. In the given context, the company Suherman International expanded into the home market and opened offices in coastal cities. This indicates that the company developed and grew its operations beyond its initial specialization in transportation. Therefore, the correct synonym for "expanded" in this context is "developed".