23. What is the primary objective of the passage?

A. To describe the process of recycling.
B. To persuade readers to recycle.
C. To compare different methods of waste disposal.
D.To discuss the history of recycling.

Jawaban: B

24. According to the text, why is recycling important?

A. Because it reduces the need for mining.
B.Because it creates jobs.
C. Because it increases pollution.
D Because it conserves natural resources.

Jawaban: D

25. What does the author mention as a significant benefit of recycling?

A. Increasing pollution levels.
B. Decreasing energy consumption.
C. Increasing the need for extracting raw materials.
D. Decreasing the number of landfills.

Jawaban: B

Faster Planes and Cheaper Flights

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 are learning to take advantage of it.

There are, however, some problems associated with this new industry. Firstly, there is the increasing crime rate. Some local’s tourists as an easy prey because, not only are they in unfamiliar territory and therefore less able to take care of themselves, but also they carry visible items of wealth, such as cameras and jewelery 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 plans 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.
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26. Why does the natural environment become one of the serious problem associated with the faster planes ail cheaper flight? Because ….

A. it easily started an epidemic before their illness was diagnosed
B. it can be destroyed by too many visitors
C. the health problem will increase
D. they carry visible items of wealth

Jawaban: B

27. Why is the crime rate increasing due to the new industry?

A. Some tourists carry visible items of wealth.
B. The tourists are spreading contagious diseases.
C. The government is planning to restrict visitors to some coral cays.
D. The new industry makes the number of unemployment increase.

Jawaban: A

28. “One carrier returning home could easily start an epidemic before their illness was diagnosed.” (Paragraph 3) The word “diagnosed” means ….

A. found
B. observed
C. identified
D. examined

Jawaban: C

Keeping dogs

There are many reasons for keeping dogs as pets in the city area, but many people feel that keeping pet dogs should not be allowed in the city. Dogs are often not taken care properly. They are kept in small backyards and rarely taken for walks.

They are left in the yard all day by themselves while the family is at work. Very little attention is given to the dog and it is not a very good life for it. It is no wonder why these dogs bark and disturb the neighbours and become a nuisance to the community.

On the other hand, not all people treat their dogs this way and why should the people receive a lot of pleasure and enjoyment from dog’s suffer? Dogs can make a lonely person’s life happy or make wonderful playmat E. It can also teach a child responsibility as they not only get to lay with the dog, but also need to exercise, feed, and care for the dog.

I feel that we should be allowed to keep dogs in the city, because if it is taken care of properly, dogs can be a great source of pleasur E. As a child I used to enjoy playing and taking care of my pet. There is not greater loyalty a person can get than from a well-cared dog.

29. Some people do not like the presence of pet dogs in their surroundings because ….

A. the dogs are left in the yards
B. the dogs are often neglected
C. the dogs often bark and disturb the neighbours
D. the dogs play with the owner’s child

Jawaban: C

30. The main idea of the last paragraph is ….

A. pet dogs are loyal animals
B. pet dogs are more loyal than humans
C. dogs can be a great source of pleasure
D. the writer has no objection to keeping dogs in the city

Jawaban: C

31. We can infer from the text that keeping pet dogs in the city will not cause any problem as long as ….

A. the dogs are amusing
B. the neighbours like having pet dogs
C. the dogs do not bark at the neighbours
D. its presence does not disturb the neighbourhood

Jawaban: D

Boarding School Education

There are many arguments in favor of a boarding school education. Nevertheless, the boarding school is not always the best education institution for everyone.

At an early age interacting and communicating with people is very important for a child’s personal life and can be especially helpful for his/her future. In a boarding school, shy children can take advantage of interaction through communal activities.

The boarding school also offers a great variety of activities such as arts, sports, and music that allow children to demonstrate and develop specialized skills in their free time.

Furthermore, the structured way of life and strict rules at the boarding school may helps students to get used to a well ordered way of life. The manners and social skills will help them to become more responsible and confident, and to develop their talents in leadership. Professionally trained teachers and educators in the boarding school can offer excellent education without the parents’ constant supervision.

In spite of these good points, it is not advisable to send a child to a boarding school if he/she is a dependent learner. A boarding school usually demands that student learn independently. In addition, the boarding school should not be seen as a measure to solve inappropriate behavior or unsatisfactory study performance. Instead of improving, problematic children may close off their relationship with their peers and teachers.

In conclusion although a boarding school may provide good education to many children, it is not recommended for those who are strongly attached to their families. They may become frustrated and socially isolated.

32. According to the writer, children in a boarding school can develop specialized skills in…

A. Entrepreneurship
B. Community service
C. Reading
D. Drama

Jawaban: B

33. Why do parents send their children to boarding school? Because…

A. It is good for shy children
B. It gives good education for adults
C. Interacting and communicating with people is very important
D. It does not allow children demonstrate excellence and develop their skills

Jawaban: C

34. From the text, we can conclude that…

A. The boarding school can be very expensive
B. There are good and bad boarding schools
C. The boarding school is the solution to our educational problems
D. Not everyone thinks that the boarding school is the best educational institution for children

Jawaban: D

Old Enough?

When a person old enough to be responsible for a crime? This question needs to be investigated because the current law is not good enough.

The law at present protects children aged between ten years and four years from being punished for committing crimes. It is believed that children under fourteen years are too young to realize the seriousness of their crimes. Mr. Stephen Scarlett, head of the NSW Children’s Court, describes how clever young offenders use this defense, saying that they are too young to understand that they have broken the law. Mr. Scarlett, an expert on this subject, states that the age should be dropped from fourteen to twelve years. I agree with this.

Teenagers these days are far more sophisticated than those in the past. The law should recognize this. In a recent survey some people suggested that the age for being responsible for a crime should be dropped to eight years old. This, I feel, is too young.

Fourteen, however, is too old. Is there anyone who believes that a fourteen-year-old does not know that it is against the law to steal or vandalize property? By the age of twelve, children are aware of what is legal and what is not.

Public pressure creates change. It is now up to the public to put pressure on the government to change the age at which a person may be held responsible for a crime from fourteen years to twelve years. Out of date laws have no place in a modern society, especially one that needs people to be responsible for their actions.

35. What does the text above talk about?

A. When a person is old enough to be responsible for a crime
B. When a person is being punished for committing crimes
C. When children are too young to be responsible for a crime
D. When a person is too old to be responsible for a crime

Jawaban: A

36. In what age are the children protected by the present law from being punished for committing crimes?

A. Ten years old
B. Fourteen years old
C. Ten to fourteen years old
D. Eight years old

Jawaban: B

37. In what paragraph do we find the recommendation of the text above…..

A. In the first paragraph
B. In the second paragraph
C. In the third paragraph
D. In the fourth paragraph

Jawaban: D

38. The part of the text which states what ought or ought not to happen is called…..

A. Thesis
B. Argument
C. Elaboration
D. Recommendation

Jawaban: D

39. “Teenagers these days are far more sophisticated than those in the past. The word “those” refer to…..

A. Days
B. Teenagers
C. Laws
D. Children

Jawaban: B

40. What type of genre does the text belong to?

A. Analytical exposition
B. Hortatory exposition
C. Report
D. Description

Jawaban: B

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