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

The following text is for questions 10 to 13.
 

To: [email protected]
Subject: Pharmacist

Dear Sir/Madam:

I am writing in response to an announcement recently posted on Dian Sehat Hospital's website about employment opportunities for new pharmacy graduates. As you can see on my resume, I am going to graduate from STIKES Sanus majoring in Pharmacy in January 2020.

During my internship, I had the opportunities to work in several settings, including decoding doctor's prescriptions and dispense the medicines for costumers. My experiences enable me to develop strong skills that prepare me well for the challenges. In addition to my pharmacist skills, I have developed my leadership skills through campus involvement. As the president of the National Student Pharmacists' Association, I held several community service activities, including a forum discussion about medicines. Our organization also created a program that provides first aid training to people in the area.

I am very interested in commencing my pharmacist career at Dian Sehat Hospital and believe that my skills and experience prepare me very well. I can be reached by phone and e-mail.

Thank you for your consideration.

Yours faithfully,
Intan Permata

Intan Peimata
Perum Angin Sejuk Blok G no. 12
Bandung
09165126851265
[email protected]

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Why did Intan write the letter? 

Read the following words.
Match the words with their suitable definitions from the box.
 

• information or reports about recent events
• to send out a program on television or radio
• interesting enough to be described in a news report
• a person whose job is to take pictures on objects or people
• a person whose job is reading news on television or other media
• a person whose job is to discover information about news events
• a line of words printed in large letters as the title of a story in a newspaper
• false stories that appear to be news, spread on the Internet or using other media
• the work of collecting, writing, and publishing or broadcasting news stories and articles
• a regular record of your thoughts, opinions, or experiences that you put on the Internet
• the act or process of examining a case or problem carefully, especially to discover the truth

4. headline  

The following text is for questions 14 to 17.

Sofia Ratnasari
Jl. Cotton Candy no. 9
Jawa Timur

December 4, 2019

Mr. Romi Irwan
Personnel Manager
Cemerlang Jaya
Jl. Rindang Indah no. 132
Denpasar

Dear Sir:

I wish to apply for the position of Electrical Engineer as advertised on your company's website. As requested, I enclose my resume and other documents in my attachments.

I graduated from Electrical Engineering of National University in 2017. I have an experience in handling projects with tight schedules, under pressure, and team work. I am proficient in computer and have excellent English, both written and spoken. I would be able to impart my skills and gain additional knowledge for professional growth with your company.

I would appreciate an opportunity to have an interview. I can be reached by phone at 09365260606560. Thank you.

Yours faithfully,

Sofia Ratnasari

From the letter we can conclude that ____. 

In pairs, discuss the answers to the following questions, based on the text in Activity 3. Share your answers with the class.

One of Four Remaining Yangtze Turtles Dies in China

    One of the world's rarest turtles, a Yangtze giant softshell, has died in China, leaving just three remaining.

    Also known as Rafetus swinhoei, the female turtle died in the Suzhou zoo in southern China.

    Experts had tried to artificially inseminate the creature, which was over 90 years old, for a fifth time shortly before she died.

    The species is critically endangered due to hunting, overfishing, and the destruction of its habitat.

    One male is left in the Chinese zoo while two other turtles live in the wild in Vietnam. The elusive nature of the turtle means it has been difficult to identify the latter's gender.

    Local staff and international experts had attempted to artificially inseminate the female 24 hours before she died.

    They said, "There were no complications from the operation and she had been in fine health after the procedure, but deteriorated the next day."

    The cause of her death is being investigated and the turtle's ovarian tissue was collected for future research.

Adopted from: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-47932731 (April 15, 2019)

Why is there a sentence written between quotation marks? What do you call such a sentence? 

The following text is for questions 33 to 36.

    Since 70's, China has experienced a period of rapid growth and change. These days, more and more tourists from around the world are flocking to the ancient country to experience its rich history and perhaps catch a glimpse of its bright future. If you visit China, do the following.

1. One of the most important things to know when traveling to China is that they do not offer visas on arrival. So, before you travel to China, you'll need to arrange your visa well in advance!
2. You should book hotels in China. If you want some flexibility with your itinerary, make use of sites that do not require an upfront payment to make bookings.
3. You should get to the airport early. It is advisable to get to the airport three hours early for international flights to China and two hours early for domestic. Chinese airports can often be chaotic and overcrowded, so you'll be grateful for that extra time.
4. You should expect delays. Be prepared to wait in the airport (or even on the plane) when flying from a Chinese airport.
5. China is serviced by a fantastic network of buses and trains, including the high-speed G-Trains that can whisk you across the country in a matter of hours. Rates are extremely affordable by western standards.
6. If this is your first trip to China, you'll soon see that Chinese roads.can be rather chaotic, so self-driving is really only recommended for the particularly brave!
7. Taxis in China are cheap and plentiful. Most drivers will not speak English, so it's a good idea to get your destination address written in Chinese by somebody at your hotel.
8. The Chinese love to take photographs, and don't be surprised if a local tries to snap a sneaky photo of you or even comes up to ask for a picture with you.

Adopted from: https://www.ytravelblog.com/things-to-know-before-you-visit-china/ (March 28, 2019)

Why are people interested to visit China? 

Read the following texts. Complete the statements that follow.

Biodiesel Fuel: Alternative for a Green Tomorrow

    Biodiesel in simple words is an advanced form of Biofuel. It refers to an animal or vegetable fat based renewable fuel, made up of a long chain of chemical compounds like propyl, ethyl, methyl, etc. Created by chemically treating vegetable oil or animal fat with alcohol generating compounds, biodiesel is believed to be the revolution that is helping several countries overcome their dependency on diesel. It can be operated in any diesel engine with little or no modification to the engine or the fuel system.

    Biodiesel is a solution for our green concerns. The emissions are lower as compared to those from diesel (petroleum). A detailed explanation would state that biodiesel, reduces unburned hydrocarbons, particulate matter, and other gases as compared to petroleum diesel. In the United States of America, it is produced on a large scale in a bid to reduce dependency on other countries for oil needs. This had led to several green jobs being created and has also contributed to the economy.

    It produces less carbon output and few pollutants than traditional petroleum products. When compared to petroleum diesel, biodiesel produces less soot (particulate matter), carbon monoxide, unburned hydrocarbons, and sulfur dioxide. Pollution from oil causes more air pollution and many people fall sick every day. With the use of biodiesel, people have got huge health benefits as they need to spend less money on healthcare products.

    So, what can you conclude about biodiesel? I think it is really alternative fuel for our green concerns in the future.

(Adopted from: https://www.conserve-energy-future.com/what-is-biodiesel.php(April 18, 2019))

The text is mainly about ____. 

Read the following text. Answer  the questions that follow.

Retail Sector Projected to Grow 5 to 10 Percent

    The Indonesian Shopping Center Tenants Association (Hippindo) has projected that the retail sector will grow 5 to 10 percent this year, after having to experience a slowdown in the last three years.

    "The retail players are optimistic this year. This year, after the elections, the growth will automatically move in a positive direction," Hippindo executive Fetty Kwartati said in Jakarta on Monday as quoted by kompas.com.

    She said there had been signs of improvements in growth since the previous year, with retail industry growth expected to be higher regardless of who won the presidential election.

    Fetty said retailers had also taken the opportunity to boost sales during the voting day because the government made voting day a holiday.

    She explained that 250 local brands offered discounts on voting day. "There will be more transactions because it is a holiday. After casting their votes, groups of people will go to shops to get deals," she added.

    Despite potential political and macroeconomic challenges, she said the business climate would be improved, especially if the winning candidates offered programs that dealt with any issues.

    Fetty, the PT Mitra Adiperkasa head of corporate coffimunications, said the company targeted 15 percent growth that year, as the firm's expansion started in the first quarter of 2019, with several new outlets opened.

    Growth in the second half, she said, would be even better than growth in the first half. (bbn)

Adopted from: https://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2019/04/1 6/retail-sector-projected-to-grow-5-to-10-percent.html (April 15, 2019)

In your opinion, what does it mean if the retail business grows rapidly related to consumers? 

Read the following text. Answer  the questions that follow.

Retail Sector Projected to Grow 5 to 10 Percent

    The Indonesian Shopping Center Tenants Association (Hippindo) has projected that the retail sector will grow 5 to 10 percent this year, after having to experience a slowdown in the last three years.

    "The retail players are optimistic this year. This year, after the elections, the growth will automatically move in a positive direction," Hippindo executive Fetty Kwartati said in Jakarta on Monday as quoted by kompas.com.

    She said there had been signs of improvements in growth since the previous year, with retail industry growth expected to be higher regardless of who won the presidential election.

    Fetty said retailers had also taken the opportunity to boost sales during the voting day because the government made voting day a holiday.

    She explained that 250 local brands offered discounts on voting day. "There will be more transactions because it is a holiday. After casting their votes, groups of people will go to shops to get deals," she added.

    Despite potential political and macroeconomic challenges, she said the business climate would be improved, especially if the winning candidates offered programs that dealt with any issues.

    Fetty, the PT Mitra Adiperkasa head of corporate coffimunications, said the company targeted 15 percent growth that year, as the firm's expansion started in the first quarter of 2019, with several new outlets opened.

    Growth in the second half, she said, would be even better than growth in the first half. (bbn)

Adopted from: https://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2019/04/1 6/retail-sector-projected-to-grow-5-to-10-percent.html (April 15, 2019)

What happened to the retail sector in the last three years? 

The following text is for questions 43 to 45.

    If you want to learn how to go camping for the first time, you must learn a lot of things, but don't worry, it's not hard to be a happy camper. We were all beginners once, and expert campers could share a funny anecdote about a campground mishap or two. New campers sometimes learn things the hard way, and even experienced campers overlook things from time to time. Learn how to become a smart camper with the following tips.

1. Be familiar with your equipment, such as tents, lanterns, and camp stoves.
2. Buy a big enough tent for your whole family or friends.
3. Make a list of things you will bring to camp.
4. Arrive at the campground early to familiarize yourself with the area.
5. Plan your meal to ensure you have sufficient supply.
6. Observe the campground rules.

Adopted from: https://www.tripsavvy.com/essential-tips-for-first-time-campers-504011 (April 12, 2019)

What must you do as a new camper? 

In pairs, discuss the answers to the following questions, based on the text in Activity 3. Share your answers with the class.

One of Four Remaining Yangtze Turtles Dies in China

    One of the world's rarest turtles, a Yangtze giant softshell, has died in China, leaving just three remaining.

    Also known as Rafetus swinhoei, the female turtle died in the Suzhou zoo in southern China.

    Experts had tried to artificially inseminate the creature, which was over 90 years old, for a fifth time shortly before she died.

    The species is critically endangered due to hunting, overfishing, and the destruction of its habitat.

    One male is left in the Chinese zoo while two other turtles live in the wild in Vietnam. The elusive nature of the turtle means it has been difficult to identify the latter's gender.

    Local staff and international experts had attempted to artificially inseminate the female 24 hours before she died.

    They said, "There were no complications from the operation and she had been in fine health after the procedure, but deteriorated the next day."

    The cause of her death is being investigated and the turtle's ovarian tissue was collected for future research.

Adopted from: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-47932731 (April 15, 2019)

Who was involved?