SMA Bahasa Inggris: Pertanyaan, Jawaban, Latihan Soal & Pembahasan

Why is the text written?

How can the dome stand with only support from the lower part? 

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Dear Ardian, Passing an audition for a news reader of a reputable TV station is always your ideal. Now, your dream comes true. Congrats! It's a good beginning for your career. From now on, we-are not only friends, but also colleagues. Chintya

From the text we know that _____.

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Pamukkale is one of Turkey's incomparable natural wonders with the calcium cascade terraces of snow white stalactites .and is known as 8th wonder of the World by Turkish people. Located to the south central of the Aegean region of Turkey, this lovely, developing district Pamukkale is in Menderes Valley. This unique land locates on a platform overlooking the Curuksu Valley, known as Lycos in antiquity. It is at altitude of 360 m from the sea level and 70 m from the Lycos Valley.

Pamukkale and Hierapolis together are both recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1988. They have all the conditions required for ideal touristic resorts. Pamukkale means 'cotton castle' but had many different uncomm6n names in the past. Pamukkale is very well known with the entrancing beauty of its unique geological formation and also with its historical remains.

The white cotton-like terraces are mineral deposits which come from Cal Mountain's rich spring waters and volcanic springs that were saved since thousand years. The water runs down the travertines and fill them up with water and there is a pool where you can have a chance to swim among the ancient Roman columns.

The ancient' city of Hierapolis was located on, the top of the white terraces and is about 2700 m long and 1 60 m high. It can be seen from the hills on the opposite side of the valley. It has l4,000 year-old existence; To keep the travertine white and to prevent crush and damage on them, in 1 997 it was forbidden to walk on them and the water is allowed to reach the terraces periodically according to weekly watering schedule. However, it is possible to walk on the south part of the travertine with naked foot.

Adopted from: /http:/lwww.pamukkale.net(llstlngview.php? llstlng/0=5 (October 3, 2018)

"It can be seen from the hills on the opposite side of the valley." (Paragraph 4)
What does the underlined word refer to?

Who will be more interested in visiting this place? 

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Come and join: International Education Fair On Sunday, December 1, 2019 At 9 a.m.-5 p.m. At Dewangga Convention Hall Benefits: -An IELTS·test and tips to get best scores -Brochures and presentation about Indonesia and abroad universities -Interviews with representatives from Indonesia and abroad universities. -Information about how to receive scholarships to study at abroad universities.

 The event is beneficial for students because they will ______.

What can the visitors do in History of Life Gallery?

For questions 15 to 17, choose the correct words to complete the following paragraph.

Sanchi Stupa

    The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the most important Buddhist monuments reflecting gem of Buddhist art and architecture. Located at Sanchi Town, Madhya Pradesh, India, this stupa (15)     during the Mauryan period. Originally commissioned in the third century BCE by Emperor Ashoc, this huge hemispherical dome with a height of 12.28 1 6.46 m (54.0 ft) consists of a central chamber where the relics of Lord Buddha (16)    . Four ornamental gateways facing four directions and a balustrade surrounding the Stupa were later added in the first century BCE. A typical example of a Stupa and an excellent illustration of the development of Buddhist art and sculpture starting from the third century BC through the twelfth century AD, the Sanchi Stupa (17)     hundreds of visitors from across the world. Enlisted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1989, it is counted among the best conserved ancient Stupas of central India.

(Adopted fom: https://www.culturalindia.net/monumentslsanchi-stupa.html (October 22, 2018)) 

16.)____

Answer the following questions based on the text in Activity 5.

Why does the writer write the text? 

Practice the following dialog.
Complete the statements that follow.

Edo: What do you think of this caption?

Cindy: I think it is a good caption.

Edo: May I know why?

Cindy: Because it shows and motivates us in our lives. We should aim higher and dream bigger.

Edo: I agree. This motivation caption encourages us to work hard and achieve anything.

Cindy: What about the fear? We occasionally feel afraid of doing something

Edo: Every person will have fear in their lives. However, they should conquer the fear and be brave to step forward.

Cindy: You're right.

Edo: Do you think that love is one key of our success?

Cindy: I do. More love and affection will make us comfortable and such a comfort is very needed.

Edo: I agree with you. One more important thing is that we should stay blessed and trust our struggle.

Cindy: How can we do that?

Edo: By increase our faith to God. Well, you know, our success is due to God's blessing.

Cindy: That's right.

According to Edo, if we feel afraid of doing something, then we should ____.