NAMA :………………………………………………………..
KELAS :………………………………………………………………....
General English Teaching-Learning
Problems
1. Lack of exposure.
2. Lack of opportunity for them to speak.
3. Lack of encouragement to speak, and activities that will stimulate the students to speak.
NATIONAL TEST GUIDELINE DESCRIPTION.
(the answer is underlined)
1. Describing Events outdoor/indoor (kegiatan yg sedang berlangsung)
Disajikansebuahgambarlaludiperdengarkan 4 buahpernyataan, siswadapatmenentukanpernyataan yang tepatuntukmenyatakankegiatan yang sedangberlangsungsesuaidengangambar Contoh: A. The woman is wearing a white suit. B. The man is holding a cup of coffee C. They are reading today’s newspaper. D. They are discussing something. |
2. Preposition (letakbenda/posisi orang)
Disajikansebuahgambarlaludiperdengarkan 4 buahpernyataan, siswadapatmenentukanpernyataan yang tepatuntukmenyatakantentang lokasi suatu benda /posisiseseorangsesuaidengangambar. a. The curtain is outside the window b. The bed is on the second floor c. The painting is above the mattress d. The lamp is near the opened door |
3. Describing things/People(deskripsibenda/orang)
disajikansebuahgambarlaludiperdengarkan 4 buahpernyataan, siswadapatmenentukanpernyataan yang tepatuntukmenyatakandeskripsibenda/seseorangyang sesuaidengangambar. a. The audiences are standing on the stage b. The model is on the catwalk c. The room is crowded by some students d. The woman is on the wedding ceremony |
4. Describing situation in some place/building/area( deskripsitempat/gedung/wilayah)
disajikansebuahgambarlaludiperdengarkan 4 buahpernyataan, siswadapatmenentukanpernyataan yang tepatuntukmenyatakandeskripsikeadaan(situasi) sebuahtempatyang sesuaidengangambar. a.Some people are dancing on the field b. There are buffalos which are ploughing c. The farmers are planting some rice seed d. all of the women are wearing shoes |
5. A. Suggestion/Advice(member saran/nasehat)
Expression | Response |
· Why don’t you see the doctor · It would be a good idea to see the doctor · You’d better see the doctor · You ought to/should see the doctor |  I think so. Thanks for the advice I suppose I should I guess not |
Man : You look unhealthy, why don’t you see the doctor?” Woman : A. Yes, the my father is a doctor B. Yes, I should be better. C. I guess I should | |
5.B. Request ( Memintadengansopan)
Expression | Response |
· May I have a bite? · Can I try some? · Do you mind if I taste it, please? · Is it Okay? If I eat the noodles? · Please, give me some butter. | Sure, here you are Please, have some Not at all, please do Sure, no problem Okay, here you are |
Man :May I have more sugar for my coffee, please? A. Yes, the doctor has seen me. B. Yes, I should be better. C. Sure, you may have some | |
6.A. Describing thing,people, places ( mendeskripsikanbenda/orang/tempat)
Expression | Response | |
| What can I for you madam? Are you looking for something special? | · Yes, I’m looking for a skirt that matches my blouse. · Yes, Is there any a pair of shoes which I can wear for jogging. | |
Sarah:” are you looking for something ?” A. Yes, I am searching my long blue pencil B. Why were you looking for me? C. You look so pale | ||
6. B. Comparing things.(membandingkanbenda)
Expression | Response |
v Which one is better, Honda or Toyota? v Both are the same price, aren’t they ? v Ferari is the most expensive one. | · Honda is as good as Toyota, I think. · I think Honda is more expensive. · But Mecedes Benz is the most comfortable |
Woman : Which one is better for headache? Panadol or Bodrex? Woman : ……… A. the last is better C. No aspirin, please B. Thank you for your kindness | |
7. Past Event( kejadian di masalampau)
Expression | Response |
| Where were you last night ? What happened ? When was this monument established ? What did you use to do when you were a child. | · I was in a conference, anything I can do? · I didn’t know exactly. A car hit a motorist. · It was established in 1945. · I used to climb a tree |
Woman : Why didn’t you drive to the office yesterday? A. It was being painted. B. I should take a taxi C. I’m tired of driving in a traffic jam. | |
8. Asking for and giving directions (menanyakanarah)
Expression | Response |
o Could you tell me where the nearest bank is? o Excuse me,where is the way to the art exibition? o How can i get to the Borobudur temple? | ü Just walk two blocks from here. It’s opposite the post office. ü Well,it’s on Sudirman street, it’s next to the BCA Bank. ü Take a bus no 9,it’ll take you there. |
Man : Excuse me, where could I find a Laundromat around here? Woman : A. It’s just two blocks from here, it’s on your left. B. My credit card has expired. C. Yes, The ATM in not round. | |
9. A. Possibility( kemungkinan)
Expression | Response |
| Will it rain? Do you think that he will come ? Is there any possibility for us to win? | Possibly Perhaps, she says she plans to come. We might win but it’s a very small chance, they are a very god team. |
Woman : Look at the sky. It’s a bit cloudy. It’s better to drive than to ride. Man : I think so. Question: What is possibly happened today? A. It won’t rain so soon. B. It’s possible to rain soon. C. It must be bright day. D. It rains quite often nowadays | |
9.B. Future Plan( rencanamasadepan/ygakandatang)
Expression | Response |
§ Are you going to the head office ? § Are you doing anything this week end? § What will you do to increase our sale? | I ‘m going there tomorrow. I’ll be flying to Hawai soon. I plan to have an exibition in the Fair. |
Woman :“What is your plan for the weekend ?“ Man : “I haven’t any specific plan. May be I’ll cook at home or manage my room .“ Woman: “ Come on, we go fishing or swimming !Let’s do it this Friday.” Man :” I’ll think about it.” Question :What activities does the woman invite the man to do? a. Thinking b. manage his room c. cooking at home d. fishing and swimming | |
10. A. Daily Activities ( kegiatanrutinsehari-hari)
Expression | Response |
ü What time does the the first flight take off? ü How often do you watch movie? ü How many times do you play tennis a week? ü What do you do first when you arrive in the office? | § The first flight is at 7.30 § Almost every week end. § Two times a week § I open my window and start checking my agenda. |
Woman : how often do you go to Bali? Man : Well, usually twice for business and at least once for leisure each year. Woman : really, So you’re here quite often . QUESTION: How many times does the man go to Bali ? A. Once B. Twice C. Three times D. Four times. | |
10.B. Past Event(kejadian di masalampau)
Expression | Response |
| Where were you last night ? What happened ? When was this monument established ? What did you use to do when you were a child. | · I was in a conference, anything I can do? · I didn’t know exactly. A car hit a motorist. · It was established in 1945. · I used to climb a tree |
Man :”I spent 10 days in Amsterdam. It was unforgettable vacation.” Woman :” What places did you visit there?” Man :” I enjoyed the collection of VAN GOGH museum, I also visited the Tulips and Windmill Park, some big canals and the cheese houses.” Woman :” Wow, I wish to be there someday.” Question: Where did the man spend his holiday? a.In Spain b. in Netherland c. in Switzerland d. in Italy | |
10.C .Future Plan( rencanaygakandatang)
Expression | Response |
§ Are you going to the head office ? § Are you doing anything this week end? § What will you do to increase our sale? | I ‘m going there tomorrow. I’ll be flying to Hawai soon. I plan to have an exibition in the Fair. |
Woman : I just recieved an e-mail from Mr. Smith at the factory. He needs product specifications immidieately. Are you still planning to see him today? Man : I’ll be leaving in about a half hour. Woman : Great, I’ll get the information ready and you can give him when you see him. Question: How will Mr. Smith get the spesification ? A. By post. B. By hand. C. By fax. D. By e-mail | |
11. A.Reservation( pemesanantempat)
Reservation | Response |
o Can I reserve a room for .. o I would like to reserve a room for... o Have you got adouble room for... o Can I reserve a table for dinner tonight? | Ø Yes, please. May i hve your name ? Ø How long will you stay ? Ø How many room would you like? Ø What time would you like the table to be ready? |
Woman :” Good evening. Hotel Hilton. Can I help you? Man “: Yes, I would like to reserve a VIP room for next Wednesday.” Woman :” Okay. Under what name should I type the reservation, Sir?” Man :” Mr. Jackson Morales, please. “ Question:” What did the man call the woman for? a. Asking a date b. making apology c. to reserve a hotel room d. to meet Mr. Jackson | |
11.B GIVING INFORMATION OF A THING/ITEM (Memberiinformasittgsuatubarang)
Expression | Response |
| Do you know about…? Can you tell me about…? I’d like to know about….? Will you tell me about….? Can anyone tell me about….? Would you explain to me what is going on? | Ø Yes, just follow me Ø Sure, it is…… Ø Yes, I do know that. ……… Ø Believe me, I know about… Ø Someone told me that……. Ø Ok. I will tell you. …… Ø I guess I can explain it to you,....... |
Man : would you mind telling me about your new director? Woman : Sure, I think she is a smart and efficient woman. Question: Who is the woman telling about? A. The new director D. Why don’t you marry her? B. Yes, she is very smart. C. I like to wear that gown. | |
12. Comparing things.(membandingkanbenda)=expression idem no. 6B
Woman : Would you like coffee or milk? Man : I never drink coffee. It is saver to have milk everyday.” Woman: Wow, You must be healthier than me. I never leave my morning coffee.” Question: What is the woman opinion about the man? A.He has better physical health C. She has more coffee than the man B. Thank you for your kindness D. He likes to do some exercise to be healthier |
13. Describing Process/ Procedure(prosedur/caramengerjakansesuatu)
Good morning ladies and gentlemen, Today, we are going to learn the way to make chocolate cookies First, prepare the ingredients . We need 2 eggs, 150 grams of butter,200 grams of flour, 150 grams of sugar, 100 grams of chocolate powder, one spoon full of baking soda. Now, mix the eggs, flour, butter and sugar. Then , Stir it well until the dough is ready. And then, add the chocolate powder and baking soda. After that, shape the dough according to your creation and bake them for about 30 minutes. Finally the cookies are ready to serve. Please, you may try the recipe at home. |
Question: What procedure is the woman telling us? a. How to measure eggs c. How to make cookies b. How to make a painting creation d. How to serve some dishes |
14. Work experience/activity at school/activity at business center (pengalamankerja/kegiatansekolah/ kegiatanusaha)
Contoh short talk tentangkegiatan di tempatkerja: We have been spending too much on supplies. We must reduce our costs. Therefore we are going to use a lighter weight paper . You shouldn’t see any difference. And I hope our customer don’t notice any difference either. But if you hear any dissatisfaction from our customers, let me know. We want to reduce costs, but we don’t want to lose or get anger from customers in the process. Our customers are very important to us, more important than saving money by cutting costs, your comments and suggestions can be directed to Mary jones |
Question: According to the speaker, what is more important? A. customer reaction B. worker satisfaction C. cost cutting measures D. suppliers’ deadlines |
15. Advertisement/ announcement ( iklan/pengumuman)
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12. What is the purpose of the advertisement ? A. to increase interest in commercial space. D. to promote an office complex B. to announce full occupancy. C. to entice buyers. |
INCOMPLETE DIALOGUES!
16. mother : “the examination will be on April 26th.”
Student :” I’m not ready Ma’am. I’m affraid of being failed.”
mother :” Don’t worry girl. You........, so you will pass the exam.”
A. Must go to library C. should study harder
B. Should cheat your friends D. should take much time
17. Operator : “Good morning, PT. Garuda Nusantara Company. Can I help you?”
Rosaline : “Good morning. Could you put me through to Mr. Dika, please?”
Operator : “ May I know…?”
Rosaline : “This is Rosaline Lector from Cantika Travel Agency.”
A. how are you C. what do you want
B. your name, please D. who wants to call
18. Dony : “Where have you been, Josua? Long time no see.”
Josua : “…………………….., I got scholarship from my university.”
A. How lucky he is. C. I believe what I do.
B. I studied in Japan D. I’m glad to hear that.
19. Caller:” May I speak to Ms. Aminatun , please?”
Receptionist : “I’m sorry, Ms. Aminatun is out of the office now………………….?”
Caller : “No. I need to tell her something in person. I’ll call again later.”
A. Would you leave a message C. she’ll be back about two hours from now
B. Will she phone you again D. could I contact you on your private number
20. Endang :” …………..?”
Andik :” Well, she is a very kind person and never get angry to the staff.”
A. Who are you C. Would you like to be my assistant
B. Would you help me, please D. Would you tell me about the new manager
21. Etik : “Brother, …………… with my printer ? It doesn’t work.”
Brother : “I’m sorry I can’t. I’ll call Mr. Arman. He’s a good technician.”
A. He bought a new printer. C. I’m sure he’s able to fix it.
B. Please, give me some money. D. Can you please help me
22. Onik : “What is your plan for the holiday?”
Fika : “My school ………….for a week.”
A. Will you invite your friends to come? C. is going to have a vacation in Bali
B. Would you like to go together with me? D. Would you please take your children with you?
23. Ojik : “I’m not feeling well today.”
Anggun: “ ……………….”
Ojik : “Thanks for the advice.”
A.Do you want to lie down? C. How about going to the cinema?
B. Why don’t you take a rest? D. What about having something to drink?
24. Mimi :”I have a big problem. I didn’t do my homework. My teacher was angry with me.”
Idha : “Well, if I.....................I would see her and ask apology.”
A. had been you B. have time C. were you D.have finished
25. Nila :” What do you think about moving our capital city from Jakarta to Makassar?”
Yoyok : “Why not? Jakarta is too crowded now.”
Alan :”……………..It needs some big plan before doing it.”
A.I disagree with you C. I am with you
B. I absolutely agree D. I can’t agree more
26. Woman :”Excuse me sir, would you like to tell me the way to the BRANGSONG bank ?”
Man : “Just go along the street then………….it’s near the post office.”
A. turn left and go straight ahead C. my office is at jalan Angsana no. 11
B. It is in front of the theater D. you should be at home before 9 pm
27. Fanny: “What do you usually do on Sunday morning ?”
Sandra:” As usual I……………I love a healthy life. ”
A. go jogging C. work over time
B. never have breakfast D. love sleeping very much
28. Sireen : “Hallo. …….”
Travel agent : “Sure. What time would you like to leave?”
Simon : “Is 4 p.m. available?”
A. Will you go to Brebes tomorrow? C.I would like to book a ticket to Klaten, please
B. Do you like travelling to Salatiga? D. Can I go with you to Malang, sir?
29. Anton : “ Staying in this hotel is very enjoyable, right?”
Iin : “….… with you. I had better stay home.”
A. I can’t agree more C. I love the interior of this hotel, dear
B. I’m not in the same opinion D. Absolutely, I’m completely on your side.
30. Joko :” Orin, Let’s go to the mall. There is big sale.”
Orin :” I’m sorry, now ……………..for the examination. I can’t go with you.”
A. The mall is closed C. My money is in the bank
B. I am still studying D. I’m saving some money
ERROR RECOGNITION
31. Kaka : Which one do you like to visit? Bali or Jogjakarta?
A B
Wagino: Of course Bali, because Bali is most interesting than Jogja.
C D
A. Never B. Cirebon C.Why not D. More
32. The JAMU JAGO factory, why is located in Semarang, is a famous factory in Central Java. It produce
A B C D
herbal medicine products.
A. Which B. Family C. Location D. Product
33. Iidya :Come on, Tom. You never try my new computer. I bought it yesterday in Medan.
A B C
Tomy : Oh really? Thanks, friend.
D
A. May B. Newly C. Will buy D. Not at all
34. Neti : I am a new student here. Could you tell me which one is the principal?
A
Soimah : Certainly, he uses spectacles, has a pointed noses, and grey hair.
B C D
A. Why B. Went C. Nose D. hairy
35. Murry: “ My mother and I went to Batik Center in Pekalongan last Sunday.”
A B C
Dela:” If my mother is alive, we might do the same.”
D
A. Buy B. Inside C. Ago D. Were
36. Hani:” What kind of food do you like?”
A
Lila:” I dislike a bowl of noodle and fried chicken. Those are delicious foods aren’t they? “
B C
Hani:” Sure. Anyway I like Gado-gado better .”
D
A. Don’t B. Like C. Delivery D. Many
MEMO
To: Adriana Morrisson
From: Jonathan Ferisco
Date: March 10th, 2012
Please, send the weekly financial report to Mr. KartonoRahadi by E-mail at kartonorahadi2012@yahoo.com before midnight. Thanks
37. Who sent the message?
A. Mrs. Adrianna Morrisson C. Mr. Rahadi
B. Mr. Jonathan Ferisco D. Kartono
38. How does Adriana send the financial report?
A. by hand B. by Post C. by e-mail D. by Fax
39. When is the deadline time?
A. Next week B. before midnight C. On March D. Tomorrow
REPORT OF FAX TRANMISSION | |
DATE & TIME OF TRANSMISSION FAX NO./NAME DURATION PAGE(S) RESULT MODE | 03/18 /2012, 06:19 pm 18134418849 00:00:38 01 OK STANDARD |
40. How long did this event take?
A. 6 hours C. 1 minute
B. 19 minutes. D. 38 seconds.
41. How many sheets were sent?
A. 1. B. 3 C. 18 D. 2012
Born on May 14, 1984, in Dobbs Ferry, New York. Mark Zuckerberg has helped revolutionize the way people—and even businesses—interact and connect with each other online through face book.
After graduating from Exeter, an exclusive preparatory school in New Hampshire.Zuckerberg went to Harvard University in the fall of 2002. Zuckerberg co-founded Face book with Dustin Moskovitz, Chris Hughes, and Eduardo Saverin. The site first called thefacebook.com. It allowed users post profiles and photos and communicate with other users. Soon, Facebook had more than 5.5 million users in December 2005. There are more than 500 million users on Facebook today.
42. Who invented (menemukan/menciptakan) the face book?
A. Many people B. 500 users C. Harvard University D. Mark Zuckerberg
43. What is the antonym of connect( pr. 1, line 2) ?
A. stop communicating B. through C. relate D. face book
44. What do people post on the face book?
A. Profiles and photos C. Schools and teachers
B. Chris Hughes D. Eduardo Saverin
You are cordially invited to view
CANADIAN LANDSCAPES
An exhibition of work by
YurikoTakahara
will be Included works from
her most recent project in the Arctic Snowy view
THE WHITMORE GALLERY
28 Mapel Garden Street
From April 6th- 10th
Opening reception : 6:00 to 10:00 P.M.
Friday, April 6th
Show runs from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
12:00 to 5:00 P.M. Sat & Sun
Admission – Free
45. Where will this event be held?
A. In a garden. C. In a gallery.
B. At a private home. D. In a movie theatre.
46. “Show runs from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.”
The underlined word has the closest meaning to … ...
A. works B. open C. performs D. free
47. How many days will the exhibition ?
A. two days B. three days C. four days D. five days
Adult …………………… 2 tablespoonfuls Children according to age : 10 – 14 years ………………. 4 teaspoonfuls 6 – 10 years ……………..…. 2 teaspoonfuls 3 – 6 years …………….……. 4 teaspoonfuls Repeat above dosage every ½ hour to 1 hour if needed until 8 doses are taken. If relief does not occur within two days, consult your doctor SHAKE WELL BEFORE USING |
48. According to the instruction, what should you do before taking this medicine?
A. Shake it. C. Heat it.
B. Add water to it. D. See a doctor.
49. How many tablespoons should be taken by an adult in one doses?
A. Two B. Four C.Six D. Eight
50. Most likely, this medicine is ……
A. a pill B.powder C.an injection D.liquid
