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

Homework has important value for students in leaning process. Students need to practise on their own, and homework is a great way for them to see if they can solved problems on their own without the teachers help. However, the amount of homework given is important too. Unfortunately, students often get too much homework. Too much homework kill that natural desired to learn that kids are born with. Students spend 6-7 hours in school every day where they engage in multiple lessons and assignments. By giving them too much homework, they would no linger enjoy school and leaning becomes overwhelming. This school born-out is the antithesis to curiosity and it will not head to school success. Homework often impacts sheep. After a long school day, an activity and winner, kids often take linger to finish their work than they do in school, as there tired from the long day; thus, they go to bed later, losing precious sheep. This will affect them at school. When they are sheep deprived, their focus and attention drift, making them more difficult to received information A few alternative can be implemented to changed the students way to see the homework. One that is recommended is night reading. Rather than doing the conventional homework, a reading-only homework police can be more enjoyable. It is also beneficial for students who struggle to work on their basic skills. Turning homework into a class work can also be an alternative to reduced their homework at home. It will also help them in developing communication and cooperation skills. Adoptep from: https://letgrow.org/less-homework-more-leaning/ (5th December 2018)

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     A senior Indonesian writer Nurhayati Sri Hardini Siti Nukatin, batter known as NH Dini, has diced at Elizabeth Hospital Semarang, Central Java, on Tuesday, 4th Desember 2018, at 4 p.m. due to an accident.

     Goenawan Mohamad confirmed the news through his Twitter accounts, "NH Dini has died. Teh 1936-born novelist is a prominent writer of the generation who first appeared in the Kisah magazine. Her works: Pada Sebuah Kapal, Namaku Hiroko. May she rest in peace," Goenawan wrote, adding that Dini has died in a car accident.

     Born in Semarang on February 29, 1936, Dini has been diligently writing since she was in grade 3. Her career in the national-level writing began when she sent a poem to a radio program "Prosa Berirama" (Rhythmic Prose), which was broadcasted by Radio Republik Indonesia (RRI), before trying her luck in making short stories for the women's magazine, Femina.

     Dini began writing long stories since she felt that the short story format was not suitable for her. She began writing her first work entitled "Hati yang Damai", then "Pertemuan Dua Hati" (1986) published in Femina.

     NH Dini was considered central as a pioneer of women's voices in the 1960s-1980s when not many Indonesian women decided to become writers. "Literature is my world, I have been in this field for 60 years and I hope to continue to contribute to Indonesian literature," said the feminist just before receiving an award.

     Almost being forgotten, the writers name resurfaced when her son Pierre Louis Padang became the talk of the world due to characters of Minions in the Despicable Me 1, Despicable Me 2 and Minions film.

     Pierre Louis Padang, better known as Pierre Coffin, and Marie Claire Lintang were the children of Dini and French diplomat Yves Coffin. The couple who married in 1960 decided to divorce in 1984. Padang and Lintang then chose to live with their father. NH Dini is planned to be burried at Harapan Asri Elderly House, Semarang. Her body will be cremated at Kedungmundu cemetery in Semarang, on Wednesday, 5th December 2018, at 12 p.m.

Adapted from: http://en.tempo.co/read/news/2018/12/04/114923983/Mother-of-Minions-Film-Director-NH-Dini-Dies (5th December 2018)

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     It's late and you're hungry. Maybe you skipped a meat earlier in the day, and you're tired after working long hours. Naturally, you stop to grab something to eat on the way home. If you're concerned about your health, you may want to rethink your late-night eating habits due the followings reasons.

     First, eating late can aggravate the symptoms of acids reflux. Acids reflux is caused by your stomach acid not staying where it belongs. After eating, it's important to stay upright because gravity helps keep the contents in the stomach. Lying down with a full stomach makes reflux much more likely.

     Second, late-night feasts may also contribute to heart disease. The study results showed that 24.2% of people who ate dinner two hours or less before bedtime had blood pressure that did not drop at night-significantly increasing their risk of a heart attack. Meanwhile, only 14.2% of people who ate their dinners earlier had this problem

     Finally, eating after 8 p.m. doesn't necessarily read to weight gain. Eating extra calories at any time can cause weight gain. Our body digests and uses calories the same way at morning, noon and night. Our metabolism slows while we sleep, but it does not stop completely.

Adopted from: https://www.thisisinsider.com/is-eating-at-night-bad-for-you-2018-2 (4th December 2018)

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THE SCIENTST HELP SHEEP DIES

Keith Campbell, a prominet biologist who worked on cloning Dolly the sheep, died at 58, the University of Nottingham said Thursday. Campbell, who had worked on animal improvement and cloning since 1999, died October 5, 2012, University spokesman Tim Utton said. He did not specify the cause, only saying that Campbell had worked at the university until his death.

He began researching animal cloning at Roslin Institute near Edinburgh in 1991. In 1996 the experiments led to the birth of Dolly the sheep, the first mammal to be cloned from an adult cell

The sheep was namd aftrer the voluptuous singer Dolly parton. Researchers at the time said that the sheep was created from a mammary gland cell, and that Parton offered an excellent example.

The creation of the sheep captured the public imagination and instantly became a scientific sensation. The experiments drew not only admiration but also anger from some who raised questions about the ethics of cloning. Animal rights activists were outraged, while the church of England expressed reservations. Dolly was put down in 2003 after she developed a lung disease. Campbell's interest in cellular growth dated back to his collage days studying microbiology in London.

 

Why was the sheep named after Dolly Parton?

Victoria Caroline Beckham is an English singer-songwriter, dancer, models, actress, fashion designer and businesswoman. She was born on April 17, 1974, in Essex, England. She became famous in the 1990s with the top group "The Spice Girls" and was known as Posh Spice. In 1999, she married the Manchester United and England footballer, David Beckham. They have four children, three sons and a daughter.

After The Spice Girls split up, she persued a solo singing carreer, but also started her own fashion range called dVb Style. Since this initial foray into fashion Victoria Beckham has brought out her own range of sunglasses and fragrance, entitled "Intimately Beckham" and a range of handbags and jewelry.

In addition she had written two best-selling books: one her autobiography and the other, a fashion guide.

 

Based on the text, what do we know about Victoria?

Faster planes and cheaper flights are making it easier than ever before for people to travel. In the most ‘developed’ societies, visiting exotic places is a sought-after status symbol. The tourism industries of both developed and developing countries have recognized this fact and learning to take advantage of it.

 

There are, however some problems associated with this new industry. Firstly, there is the increasing crime rate. Some locals see tourists as an easy prey because, not only are they unfamiliar territory and therefore less able to take care of themselves, but also they carry visible items of wealth, such as cameras and jewelry which can be disposed of quickly for profit.

 

Another major problem is health. With greater mobility comes greater danger of spreading contagious diseases around the world. One carrier returning home could easily start an epidemic before their illness was diagnosed. Moreover, the emergence of many diseases which resist antibiotics is causing scientists to be increasingly concerned about this issue.

 

Also to be considered is the natural environment, which can be seriously threatened by too many visitors. Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, for example, is in danger of being destroyed by tourists and there are plants to restrict visitors to some of the more delicate coral cays.

 

These are just three of the reasons why any country should be wary of committing itself to an extensive tourism development program.

Why does the natural environment become one of serious problem associated with the faster planes and cheaper flight? Because ....

Arrange the sentences below into a correct and meaningful paragraph!

1. Nori is the dark green seaweed used to wrap sushi and California rolls.

2. Finally, you can also sprinkle thin strip of salty nori on top of a bowl of tomato Soup- Yum!

3. This is how Nori is used to wrap sushi

4. It is delicious, intensely flavoured and good for you, containing useful amounts of a variety of minerals including iodine.

5. Secondly, dress with soy sauce, lemon juice, fresh ginger and sesame oil.

6. First of all, snap sheet of nori with scissors and add to an omelete with shallot.

I am sure most of you have downloaded music a number of times. Downloading music is one of our favourite activities on the Internet. Most of us love surfing web sites that facilitate music downloads. Downloading music may make it conveniently available. But does it have a negative effect on the music industry?

Downloading music makes it readily available to the masses. Music reaches the masses in minute. When it can be downloaded, music lovers get what they need without struggling for long periods of time. When music becomes available within sometime alter its release, it is a real musical treat for those waiting for the release.

When you download music, you save on the costs that would be incurred if you would have decided to buy it. The original copies of music need you shell out big bucks. If music is downloadable, you are sure to save money and thanks to the facilities of free downloading.

Supporters of music downloading claim that making music readily available contributes to the increased popularity of the artists. The concept of making music available for free downloads has in fact contributed to the fame of the music industry. Being available for download, music reaches the crowd in a relatively lesser amount of time thus boosting its popularity.

On the other hand, though downloading music makes it readily available to the masses, it also makes it spreadable and wide overly. Something that is scarce is precious while something that is plentiful and easy to get tends to have lesser value.

The practice of downloading music leads to the diminishing sales of music cassettes, CDs and DVDs. It reduces the sale figures of music companies. It has an adverse effect on the music industry.

Downloading music gives rise to copyright and piracy issue. By downloading music you lose its originality. When you use the copied versions of music; you indirectly encourage piracy. As you download music, you do not go for the purchase of the original copies of music, which may result in an indirect violation of copyright.

What is the argument against downloading music?

2012 film

2012 is Roland Emmerich's film which uses the Mayan calendar and other end-of-days prophecies for their doomsday scenario. It images the world coming to an end in 2012.

2012 film brings off a series of wonders. The movie hits its peak early on. It starts when Cussack drives a limo through the streets of Los Angeles as freeways and skyscrapers crumble all round him from the shock of a 10.5 R.S. earthquake. The preposterous flying sequence is equally thrilling. The climax occurs aboard the giant ark, when an equipment malfunction threatens almost the entire mission.

Unfortunately, the crucial sequence is not filmed or edited with the necessary clarity. In 2012 film. Emmerich leaves us confused as to exactly what is happening to whom. However, Emmerich' 2012 deserves credit for casting Cussack.

McCarthy has perhaps his best role ever as Peet's cocky. Danny Glover lends dignity to the role of the president. Chiwetel Ejiofor, as the chief scientist, brings a moving sense of anguish to a stock role. Platt has fins playing the villain of the piece, and Woody Harrelson also chews the scenery as a bugeyed radio prophet trying to warm his listeners about Armagedon.

All in one, 2012's cinematography, production design and visual effects are awards-worthy. Music also propels the movie. It presents American Idol runner-up. Adam Lambert, who provides a rousing anthem over the end credits.

What can you infer from the text?

2012 film

2012 is Roland Emmerich's film which uses the Mayan calendar and other end-of-days prophecies for their doomsday scenario. It images the world coming to an end in 2012.

2012 film brings off a series of wonders. The movie hits its peak early on. It starts when Cussack drives a limo through the streets of Los Angeles as freeways and skyscrapers crumble all round him from the shock of a 10.5 R.S. earthquake. The preposterous flying sequence is equally thrilling. The climax occurs aboard the giant ark, when an equipment malfunction threatens almost the entire mission.

Unfortunately, the crucial sequence is not filmed or edited with the necessary clarity. In 2012 film. Emmerich leaves us confused as to exactly what is happening to whom. However, Emmerich' 2012 deserves credit for casting Cussack.

McCarthy has perhaps his best role ever as Peet's cocky. Danny Glover lends dignity to the role of the president. Chiwetel Ejiofor, as the chief scientist, brings a moving sense of anguish to a stock role. Platt has fins playing the villain of the piece, and Woody Harrelson also chews the scenery as a bugeyed radio prophet trying to warm his listeners about Armagedon.

All in one, 2012's cinematography, production design and visual effects are awards-worthy. Music also propels the movie. It presents American Idol runner-up. Adam Lambert, who provides a rousing anthem over the end credits.

The seventh paragraph is about ....