My favourite teacher

My Favourite Teacher

         

       Everyone has a favourite teacher, someone who we feel a special connection with. In primary school, my favourite teacher was Ms. Nuraini. I was not such a good pupil, but just looking at Ms. Nuraini made me feel that I was going to learn.

        Ms. Nuraini was 45 years old and rather short about 1.50 meters. Since I’m short too, I always feel a bit nervous with tall teacher who tower menacingly over me. It was reassuring to be around Ms. Nuraini. Also, I always enjoy the fragrance of the herbs that she grew in our classroom.

        On the top of her round head, Ms. Nuraini always wore a colorful headscarf with an intriguing design. This, plus her warm smile, brightened the lessons in her classroom. However, the best part of her face was her kind eyes that said to her students, ”I care deeply about you.”

        Ms. Nuraini usually wore bright long sleeve blouse that went well with her coffee-color skin. She did not wear much jewelry, just a simple Casio watch on her left hand and a ruby red ring on the ring finger of her right hand. The other ‘decoration’ on her hand came from types of ink from whiteboard markers and other sources.

        On most days, Ms. Nuraini wore loose-fitting pants. Finally, on her feet, she often had brown closed-toe shoes with just a slightly raised heel that made a peculiar ‘clip-clop’ sound as she walked. These low-heeled shoes made it easy for Ms. Nuraini to walk briskly around the classroom to help us when we were doing group activities.

         I can still feel her friendly touch on my shoulder as she stood listening carefully to our group or explaining something that none of us could figure out.

 

Choose the best answer.

 

1.      The type of the text above is …….

A.   Descriptive

B.   Narrative

C.   Discussion

D.   Explanation

E.   Exposition

 

2.      The purpose of the text is ……..

A.   to tell what happened with Ms. Nuraini

B.   to describe how Ms. Nuraini looks like

C.   to tell someone how to make favorite teacher

D.   to entertain the reader with Ms. Nuraini

E.   to report about Ms. Nuraini’s life

 

3.      The orientation of the text can be found in paragraph ………

A.   3

B.   4

C.   5

D.   1

E.   2

 

4.      The text tells us about …….

A.   The favorite teacher

B.   Ms. Nuraini and her characteristic

C.   Ms. Nuraini’s life

D.   The favorite teacher’s characteristic

E.   The favorite teacher and Ms. Nuraini

 

5.      “On top of her round head, Ms. Nuraini always wore a colorful headscarf with an intriguing design.” The underlined word means …..

A.   very exciting

B.   very amazing

C.   very interesting

D.   very surprising

E.   very wonderful

 

Java and West Sumatra

In west Sumatra, the center of culture and tourism is Bukit Tinggi, situated in the highlands north of the provincial capital of Padang.  West Sumatra is a land of scenic beauty with green lakes and blue mountains.

            Java has a great number of attractions including the world renowned Botanical Garden in Bogor, the wildlife reserve of Ujung Kulon on the south west part of the island.  Borobudur, a gigantic Buddhist shrine is situated 42 kilometers northwest of Yogyakarta and the Ijen crater lies in East Java and displays hot springs, waterfalls, and free roaming deers as well as sulphur crater.  A three-hour drive from Surabaya, and the a pony ride from the village of Ngadisari over the sea will take you to mount Bromo which is an active volcano with sulphur fumes and smoke still emitting from its depths.  The inhabitants of the surrounding areas believe in the God of Bromo ang bring offerings to his deity.

 

Choose the best answer.

 

1.      What natural beauty does West Sumatra have?

a.       active volcanoes

b.       water sport

c.       modern hotels

d.       mountain resort

e.       green lakes and blue mountains

 

2.      Which of the following attractions is not found in at the surrounding of the Ijen crater?

1. hot springs
2. waterfalls
3. a sea of sand
4. a sulphur crater
5. free-roaming deer

 

3.      Borobudur, gigantic Buddhist shrine is situated 42 kilometers northwest of Yogyakarta.

The underlined word means………

1. nice
2. huge
3. tall
4. large
5. wonderful

 

4.      How many tourist resorts are mentioned in the second paragraph?

1. three
2. four
3. five
4. six
5. seven

 

Gunung Tujuh Lake

Gunung Tujuh Lake is one of the many lakes in Kabupaten Kerinci in Jambu province.  It is an amazing tourist place to visit.  The location of Gunung Tujuh Lake is in Kecamatan Kayu Aro.  It is about 50 km from Sungai Penuh to Pelompek village by public transport.  Then people climb and walk for another 4 km or for 2.5 hours.  The lake is surrounded by steep forest slopes and seven mountains.  The highest peak of Gunung Tujuh Lake is 1,950 m above sea level.  The length of the lake is 4,5 km and the width is 3 km. It is a volcanic lake and the highest in Southeast Asia.  The temperature around the lake is very cold.  Besides waterfalls you can also find animals such as siamang, elephants, and birds.  Gunung Tujuh Lake is really beautiful with a spectacular scenery.

 

Choose the best answer.

 

1. What is the genre of the text?

1. descriptive
2. narrative
3. anecdote
4. news item
5. procedure

 

2. What is the purpose of the text above?

1. To amuse Gunung Tujuh Lake
2. To inform Gunung Tujuh Lake
3. To entertain Gunung Tujuh Lake
4. To persuade Gunung Tujuh Lake
5. To describe Gunung Tujuh Lake

 

3. What does the text mainly talk about?

1. Amazing tourist resorts in Jambi
2. Gunung Tujuh Lake in Jambi
3. Volcanic lakes in Jambi
4. Steep forest slopes in Jambi
5. Waterfalls in Jambi

 

4. The main idea of the text is that………

1. Gunung Tujuh Lake is a beautiful tourist resort
2. The location of Gunung Tujuh Lake is difficult to reach
3. Gunung Tujuh Lake is the only lake in Sumatra
4. Tourists from Southeast Asia visit this beautiful lake
5. The animals are more attractive than the lake itself

 

5. Which statement is true according to the text?

1. The lake is 3 km long
2. Gunung Tujuh Lake is not a volcanic lake
3. Gunung Tujuh Lake is 4,5 km away from Sungai Penuh
4. There are steep forest slopes and seven mountains around the lake
5. Siamangs are the only animals that can be found in Gunung Tujuh Lake

 

6. “Gunung Tujuh Lake is really beautiful with a spectacular scenery.”

     The underlined word means…

1. amusing
2. remarkable
3. lovely
4. pretty
5. touching

 

7. “The lake is surrounded by steep……..”

     The underlined word means…

1. vertical
2. broad
3. deep
4. high
5. large

Brownie

           I have a pet. It is a dog and I call it Brownie. It is a Chinese breed. It is small, fluffy, and cute. It has got thick brown fur. When I cuddle it, the fur feels soft. Brownie doesn’t like bones. Everyday it eats soft food like steamed rice, fish or bread. Every morning I give her milk and bread. When I am at school, Brownie plays with my cat. They get along well, and never fight maybe because Brownie does not bark a lot. It treats the other animals in our house gently, and it never eats shoes. Brownie is really a sweet and friendly animal.

 

Choose the best answer.

 

1. What type of text is used by the writer?

A.   Report

B.   Recount

C.   Narrative

D.   News item

E.   Descriptive

 

2. “Brownie is a Chinese breed. It is small, fluffy, and cute.”

     The underlined word means ………

A.   thin

B.   soft

C.   hard

D.   thick

E.   awkward

 

3. The communicative purpose of the text is …….

A.   to describe a particular animal

B.   to share an amusing incident with others

C.   to present two points of view about an issue

D.   to inform the readers about the beauty of Brownie

E.   to retell events for the purpose of informing or entertaining

 

4. The main idea of the paragraph is ………

A.   Brownie, my pet dog, is a Chinese breed

B.   My Chinese breed dog only eats soft food

C.   A Chinese breed dog does not bark a lot

D.   Brownie which is a Chinese breed is sweet and friendly animal

E.   Brownie can’t get along with other animals because he seldom

        barks

 

Sanyo’s coffee san

Sanyo’s coffee San is the only 10-cup coffee maker with a coffee grinder built in. So you get freshly ground coffee every time. Just pour in whole beans, set the timer, and a perfect pot of coffee will be waiting for you tomorrow morning.

 

 1. What does text about?

A.   Coffee

B.   Coffee maker

C.   Coffee pot

D.   Coffee grinder

E.   Bean

 

 2. What is the purpose of the text?

A.   To explain how to make coffee

B.   To review a product

C.   To describe a thing

D.   To report something

E.   To explain how to do something

 

 3. How many cups can you make with that product?

A.   2

B.   3

C.   5

D.   10

E.   15

 

Tiger Muscle Rub

TIGER MUSCLE RUB

Tiger muscle rub is a high quality cream specially- formulated for active people. It provides fast effective relief for aches and pains of muscles and joints, minor arthritic pain, strains, soreness and stiffness of muscles. Tiger muscle rub is non greasy, easy to apply.

 

INDICATIONS: For the fast and effective relief of aches and pains of muscles and joints, simple backaches, strains, sprains and minor arthritic pain. Also for the warm up of stiff muscles before exercise.

 

DIRECTIONS : Apply to the effected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Apply before exercise to warm up and after exercise to relief. For children below 2 years of age, pregnant women and nursing mothers, consult your physician before applying.

 

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Methyl Salicylate 155, Menthol 5%, Camphor 3%.

 

CAUTIONS: FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY, KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN TO AVOID ACIDENTAL POISONING. Use as directed. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membrane, and irritated skin. Do not bandage tightly. If swallowed accidentally, consult your physician. May cause allergic reaction in some individuals with sensitive skin, test on small area before use. If severe irritation occurs, discontinue immediately and consult a physician.

 

STORAGE: BELOW 30 C.

 

Choose the best answer

 

1. This cream is used for the following EXCEPT ……

A.         backaches

B.         irritated skin

C.         minor arthritic pain

D.         soreness and stiffness of muscle

E.         backaches, paint muscles and joints

 

2. Tiger muscle is non greasy, easy to apply and does not stain clothes.

     “stain” means …….

A.         ruin

B.         spoil

C.         change

D.         damage

E.         discolor

 

Company Accountant

COMPANY ACCOUNTANT

 

Expanding wholesaler of stationary and office equipment requires a responsible accountant for director to run smoothly the company finance with good salary and good working condition for good applicant.

Apply with curriculum vitae to

Mrs. Barton

Office Equipment World and Efficiency Works

PO Box 36 Whistle Woods UK

 

Choose the best answer.

 

1. In which section would you likely read the ad?

1. Company for sale
2. Office equipment
3. Job vacancy
4. Entertainment Guide
5. Stationary and office

 

2. What position is offered in the ads?

1. Salesman
2. Wholesaler
3. Accountant
4. Office staff
5. Director assistant

 

3. Apply with curriculum vitae to Mrs. Barton

    What information should the applicant include in it?

1. Experience in managing a accompany
2. A statement of salary wanted
3. A prove of knowing about stationary
4. A statement of responsibility
5. A statement of education and work experience

Office Suites

This new and unusual building in the down-town business district offers unique opportunities for small to midsized tenants to occupy an entire floor.

 

OFFICE SUITES

 

From 1,600 to 6,000 square feet are available for immediate occupancy.

Commuting is easy, with the nearest subway stop only one block away. Convenient to shops, restaurants, hotels, and business services.

 

For leasing call 303-572-5947

 

 

Choose the best answer.

 

1. What is the advertisement about?

1. Leasing office space
2. Buildings in business district
3. Conveniences offered by the company
4. Availability to get unique opportunities
5. Hotels and restaurants in the down-town

 

2. Which of the following is not close to the building?

1. Parks
2. Hotels
3. Restaurants]
4. Shopping centres
5. Business services

 

3. “For leasing call 303-572-5947”

    The underlines word means…..

1. Purchasing
2. Building
3. Selling
4. Buying
5. Renting

 

 

How to make a French toast

Recipe for French Toast

 

You are going to need:

 

 4 pieces of bread

 1 spoon of sugar

 2 eggs

 A quarter of a cup of milk

 Butter

 Pan

 Fork

 Bowl

 

Before you start to cook, you have to read the recipe.

Now you can get ready. After you read the recipe, put everything on the counter.

When everything is ready, break the eggs, pour a quarter of the milk in the bowl, then add a small spoon of sugar. Mix the eggs, milk and sugar.

Next, put a piece of bread in the bowl with the eggs, milk and sugar. Turn over the bread.

Now, put some butter in the pan. Turn on the stove. When the pan is hot, take the bread out of the bowl and put it into the pan. After you cook one side of the bread, cook the other side. After you finish the first place of the bread, cook the other pieces. Now you have French toast!

 

Choose the best answer.

 

1.      The type of the text above is called …..

A.   Recount

B.   Narrative

C.   Description

D.   Procedure

E.   Report

 

2.      The purpose of the text is ……..

A.   to describe French toast

B.   to explain about French toast

C.   to tell the reader how to make French toast

D.   to entertain the reader with French toast

E.   to persuade the reader to make French toast

 

3.      Who is the text better addressed to?

A.   An expert chef

B.   A student learning at home

C.   A husband left by his wife

D.   A mother at home

E.   A boy/girl left by his /her mother

 

4.      “Before you start to cook, you have to read the recipe.” The underlined word means …….

A.   a set of learning instruction

B.   a written statement that one has received money

C.   a written statement that one has received something

D.   a doctor’s written order for a particular medicine

E.   a set of cooking instruction

 

5.      “You are going to need.” The expression and what it follows belong to …..

A.   event

B.   steps

C.   materials

D.   purpose

E.   orientation

 

 

How to make a cheese omelet

How to make a Cheese Omelet

 

Ingredients:

1 egg, 50 g cheese, 1 cup milk, 3 tablespoons cooking oil, a pinch of salt and pepper.

 

Utensils:

Frying pan, fork, spatula, cheese-grater, bowl, and plate.

 

Method:

Ø      Crack the egg into a bowl

Ø      Whisk the egg with a fork until it’s smooth

Ø      Add milk and whisk well

Ø      Grate the cheese into the bowl and stir

Ø      Heat the oil in frying pan

Ø      Turn the omelet with spatula and cook both sides

Ø      Place on a plate, season with salt and pepper

 

Choose the best answer.

1.      The text above belongs to……

A.   narrative

B.   procedure

C.   news item

D.   spoof

E.   recount

 

2.      The text tells us about……

A.   how long to make any kind of food

B.   ingredients of making omelet

C.   utensils of making omelet

D.   methods of making omelet

E.   how to eat a cheese omelet

 

3.      The followings are methods of making a cheese omelet, except…..

1. cracking the egg
2. whisking the egg
3. adding milk
4. cheese-grater
5. heating the oil

 

4.      How much cheese do we need to make a cheese omelet?

1. one gram
2. three grams
3. five grams
4. fifteen
5. fifty grams

 

5.      …… is a tool with a flat flexible blade used for mixing and spreading.

1. Pan
2. Fork
3. Spatula
4. Plate
5. Cheese-grater