Latihan Reading 35 soal

1. Questions no 16 to 17 refer to the following text.
Started operating commercially in 1997, Vicon Cell has become the leading mobile phone
network operators in Indonesia. Rewarded with Contact Center Service Excellence Award in
2015, Vicon Cell always maintains the service to ensure its customers enjoy the best experience
in their digital lifestyle.
Vicon Cell offers three pre-paid cards (Nusantara, Buana, and Ismaya) and one post-paid card
(Hindia). As of November 2016, the company has expanded its service through its roaming
international partners in five asian countries. Currently having 110 million subscribers, the
company provides cellular services with a wide range of network nationally and internationally.
16. The first paragraph tells us about ….
A. The profile of Vicon Cell
B. The digital lifestyle experience
C. The Excellence Award in 2015
D. The service of a network operator
17. Based on the text, we know that Vicon Cell ....
A. operates only in Indonesia
B. has reached several countries
C. provides pre-paid cards only
D. has been operating since 2015
Questions no 18 to 19 refer to the following text.
Mohammad Hatta
Dr. Mohammad Hatta was born in Bukittinggi on August 12th, 1902. While he was in
junior high school in Bukittinggi, he became interested in politics and joined the League of
Young Sumatrans.
He left Bukittinggi to study in Batavia. Then he went to the Netherlands. He studied
economics and gained a doctorate degree there. During his stay there he was active in the
national Movement. Because of his activities, he was arrested.
In 1923 Hatta returned to Indonesia. He joined a political organization called “Pendidikan
Nasional Indonesia”. One of its goals was to develop political awareness among the Indonesian
people. His activities again led to his arrest. The colonial government exiled him to Boven Digul,
and later to Banda Naira. Shortly before the Japanese invasion. He was brought back to Java.
When the Japanese surrendered in August 1945, Soekarno and Hatta proclaimed
Indonesia’s Independence. Hatta became the first vice-president of the Republic of Indonesia. In
1956 Hatta resigned as vice-president and devoted himself to writing. On March 14, 1981, dr.
Mohammad Hatta passed away in Jakarta.
18. What is the main idea of the third paragraph?
A. Hatta returned to Indonesia in 1923.
B. Hatta took part in political activities.
C. Hatta was arrested by Japanese army.
D. Hatta’s experience while he was exiled.

2. 19. From the text, we can conclude that ....
A. Hatta was arrested because of his political activities
B. Hatta got his economics doctorate degree in Batavia
C. Hatta focused his life to be a writer in August 1945
D. Studying in Netherland, Hatta was insterested in politics
Questions no 20 to 21 refer to the following procedure text
1. Plug in the power cord and make sure the blender is ready to use.
2. Put your ingredients inside. When you blend vegetables or fruits, you can add a little water
or liquid to make the blending more easily.
3. Close the lid and hold the cover tightly to make sure the ingredients aren’t spurted out.
4. Press the blend button. There are usually a few buttons indicating the speed level. If it
doesn’t start, make sure the bottom of the blender is placed securely in the base.
5. You can stop the blender once, open the lid and mix the ingredients to get the consistency
you want. Then start again.
6. When it’s done, open it up and pour the ingredients out.
7. Don’t forget to clean the blender after using it.
20. What should we do if the blender doesn’t start?
A. Press the blender’s buttons
B. Close the lid and hold tightly
C. Stop the blender from working
D. Check the bottom of the blender
21.From the text we can infer that we need ... to operate the blender
A. water
B. liquid
C. electricity
D. ingredients
Questions no 22 to 23 refer to the following text.
The Tana Toraja is a regency of South Sulawesi in Indonesia.
The Torajan people are well-known for their funeral tradition. For them, death must be
celebrated in a complex send off ceremony which involves the whole village. It has been
practised by the Torajan people for centuries to make sure that the soul of the dead may have a
great journey and be in peace in the afterworld.
The Torajans work hard in their life to prepare for their death because the funeral costs a lot of
money. If the money is not sufficient yet, the deceased will be kept in a special house called
Tongkonan and be treated as a sick person. Therefore, the funeral can take weeks, months, and
even years according to the financial condition of the family.

3. 22. What does the text mainly tell us about?
A. The Torajan people of South Sulawesi.
B. The Torajan hard working lifestyle.
C. The Torajan traditional parties.
D. The Torajan funeral ceremony.
23. From the text we can conclude that ....
A. The Torajans don’t believe in the life afterworld
B. The funeral ceremony is conducted in Tongkonan
C. Tongkonan is a traditional house for Torajan families
D. The funeral of the Torajans can take more than one day
24. Read the dialogue and answer the question
From the dialogue, we can conclude that Cindy ....
A. usually reads a book in the evening
B. has dinner as soon as she gets home
C. listens to the radio while having a bath
D. does her assignments while having dinner
25. Read the dialogue and answer the question
What does Nita say about her father?
A. He is a dedicated teacher
B. He really loves his job
C. He is an old teacher
D. He dislikes teaching
26. Read the dialogue and answer the question.
Hans : What does your father do?
Nita : He’s a teacher. He’s quite passionate in his profession.
Hans : How long has he been teaching?
Nita : More than fifteen years, I guess.
Hans : He must be very dedicated in her job.
Andre : What do you usually do in the evening?
Cindy : I arrive at home at 4 p.m. After having a bath, I read my favorite book while
listening to the radio. Then, I have dinner with my family and do my
assignments.
Doni : I’m thinking of asking you for dinner on Friday.
Lala : I’d love to but I don’t think I can.
I have an appointment with a dentist. How about Saturday?
Doni : Saturday sounds good.

4. From the dialogue, we know that Doni intends to ....
A. make dinner on Saturday
B. go to the dentist with Lala
C. invite Lala to have dinner
D. suggest Lala to have dinner
27. Dian : Traffic jam has become the major problem in most cities.
Marwan : .... It also happens in our city, especially on weekends.
A. I don’t think so
B. I disagree with you
C. I couldn’t agree more
D. I have a different opinion
28. Marie : I’m interested in visiting Menado. What do you think about it?
Kinan : ..., Menado is a great destination for traveling. You should go there.
A. In my opinion
B. I don’t think so
C. I agree with you
D. With all respects
29. Andre : The box you bring looks very heavy. ....
Putri : Sure. It’s very kind of you. Thanks.
A. Would I like to help you ?
B. Would you like to help me ?
C. Would you like me to help you ?
D. Would you like to bring it for me ?
30. Jane : I often come late to work because my old car frequently breaks down.
Vincent : If I were you, ....
A. I will repair it myself
B. I would buy a new one
C. I will take it to a mechanic
D. I would have bought a new one
31. John : Will you come to the seminar tomorrow morning?
Marry : Yes, of course. But, … I must drop by the office.
John : What’s going on?
Marry : I left some important documents there.
John : Okay, see you tomorrow at the seminar.
A. I may not go
B. I can’t be there
C. I must arrive on time
D. I will probably come late
32. Doctor : Ma’am , ... if you really want to reduce your weight.
Patient : Alright, Doctor. I will try it
A. you’d better eat a lot

5. B. you may consume anything
C. you should stop eating snacks
D. you must stop taking exercice
33. Teacher : What is your plan for this coming year?
Student : ……, Sir
Teacher : Then, you must work hard and prepare yourself right away.
A. I’ll prepare it next year
B. I’ll visit my grandmother
C. I’m confused about what I’ll do
D. I’m thinking about getting a job
34. Bella : What would you like to have for lunch, Rendang or Fried Chicken?
Indra : I don’t feel like to eat spicy food today. I’ve got stomachache ...
A. I’d like eating much
B. I’d like to have it cooked
C. I’d rather have chicken instead
D. I’d prefer to have lunch with you
36. Harris : That bridge looks firm and solid.
Tamara : Yes. .... in 1903. I heard my great grandfather took part in the construction.
A. It was built
B. It was building
C. It is restored
D. It will be renovated
Questions no 37 to 38 refer to the following text.
Company Accountant
Expanding wholesaler of stationary and office equipment requires a/an (37) ….
accountant for director to (38) …. the company finance with good salary and good working
conditions for good applicants.
Apply with curriculum to :
Ms. Syifa NJ
Office equipment world and EfficiencyWorks
CIBOENOET STEET
37. A. rational
B. irregular
C. informal
D. responsible

6. 38. A. run
B. grow
C. move
D. change
Questions no 39 to 40 refer to the following text.
43.
44.
45.
39. A. hold
B. holding
C. to hold
D. holds
40. A. for
B. on
C. at
D. in
Read the text and asnwer the questions correctly.
The Indonesian Archipelago
The Indonesian Archipelago is the largest group of islands in the world. It extends between two
continents, Asia and Australia. It also lies between two oceans the Samudera Indonesia and the
Pacific Ocean. Indonesia’s 13,667 islands stretch 5,120 kilometres from east to west and 1,770
kilometres from north to south. The five main islands are Sumatera, Java, Kalimantan, Sulawesi,
and Irian Jaya.
Indonesia is one of the most populous countries in the world. Its total population is 160 million.
More than 60% of the population live on the island of Java.
The Indonesian population consists of more than 300 ethnic groups which speak 500 different
languages, but most of them understand the national language, Bahasa Indonesia. Indonesia’s
motto is Bhinneka Tunggal Ika, which means Unity in Diversity. It symbolizes the unity of the
people in spite of their ethnic and cultural origins.
41. What is the main idea of the first paragraph?
42. What does Unity in Diversity mean for Indonesian people?
Cosplay Gathering
For all of Cosplay lover in our school!
We will ... (39) a cosplay gathering. This event is aimed to make the entire cosplay lovers in
our school exchange some mutual information about cosplay. The excellent events for the
gathering are a dance competition, parody of Korean drama, and of course cosplay festival.
The cosplay gathering will be held ... (40) 15 March 2016 at School yard. For more
information contact Saida.

7. 43. Where is Indonesian Archipelago located?
44. When did Tania meet Mr. Hardy and discuss their business prospects?
45. What did Tania write the letter for?
Victory Advertisement Co.
35 Meruya Barat
West Jakarta
September 25, 2017
Mr. Jim Hardy
21 Bendungan Hilir
Central Jakarta
Dear Mr. Hardy,
I really appreciate meeting you at the conference two days ago and discussed our business
prospects. We are very interested in making a breaking-through advertisement from your
company. I would be happy to meet you at your office sometime this week, but the date you
suggested is not convenient for me. I could visit either on September 28 or September 30. I
hope one of the dates suits you.
I look forward to seeing you.
Sincerely,
Tania Victoria