PEMERINTAH PROVINSI NUSA TENGGARA TIMUR
Jln. Sartika No. 17, Kel. Kabir, Kec. Pantar, Kab. Alor, Kode Pos: 85881, NPSN: 50305901 Email: [email protected]
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UJIAN SEKOLAH BERSTANDAR NASIONAL
PEMERINTAH PROVINSI NUSA TENGGARA TIMUR DINAS PENDIDIKAN DAN KEBUDAYAAN
SMA NEGERI 1 PANTAR
Jln. Sartika No. 17, Kel. Kabir, Kec. Pantar, Kab. Alor, Kode Pos: 85881, NPSN: 50305901 [email protected], Website: www.sman1pantar.sch.id, Twitter:
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NASKAH SOAL
UJIAN SEKOLAH BERSTANDAR NASIONAL (USBN)
MATA PELAJARAN
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2024/2025
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PEMERINTAH PROVINSI NUSA TENGGARA TIMUR DINAS PENDIDIKAN DAN KEBUDAYAAN
SMA NEGERI 1 PANTAR
Jln. Sartika No. 17, Kel. Kabir, Kec. Pantar, Kab. Alor, Kode Pos: 85881, NPSN: 50305901 , Twitter: www.twitter.com/Sman1Pantar www.instagram.com/sman1pantar
NASKAH SOAL
UJIAN SEKOLAH BERSTANDAR NASIONAL
MATA PELAJARAN
BAHASA INGGRIS
TAHUN PELAJARAN
2024/2025
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BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 Read the the following dialogue and answer the question number 1!
Julia : What shall I do? I can’t get into this dress anymore and I haven’t any other suitable one for the interview.
Sandra : Why not borrow one of mine?
1. From the dialogue above, the underlined expression is used … A. to offer
B. to advise C. to request D. to suggest E. to volunteer
Read the the following dialogue and answer the question 2!
Jason : I just have made cheese cake before you got here. Do you want some?
Toni : The last time you tried to bake a cake it was completely overcooked.
Jason : But this one is different.
Toni : Hmm alright then, bring it.
Jason : I won’t let you down this time. How about you Wulan, do you want to try it?
Wulan : Nah, I’m good.
2. Based on the dialogue above, what Toni’s respond to Jason’s offer is?
A. Taking B. Asking C. Refusing D. Declining E. Accepting
Read the the following dialogue and answer the question 3!
Dio : Can you give me an opinion about my sculpture?
Jon : Sure thing! I think you should have had fixed the hand.
Dio : Thanks, Jon.
Jon : No problem!
3. From the dialogue above, Dio is … A. giving help
B. giving opinion C. asking for help D. giving suggestion E. asking for an opinion
Read the the following dialogue and answer the question 4!
Jul : Ria, what do you think of the cake I bake?
Ria : It’s really delicious, Jul. I love it!
Jul : Yes!
4. From the dialogue above, Jul is … A. requesting for attention B. asking for an opinion C. asking for help D. giving an item E. giving opinion
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 Read the text below and answer the questions number 5 to 6!
Please join us as we celebrate our
40th Anniversary Rahmat and Wati Juminten
Friday, May 7th 6.30p.m -10.OOp.m Pondok Indah, South Jakarta
(Dinner is available) RSVP 65412397 (Nanang/ Nini/ Nita)
5. The type of the party above is … A. Birthday Party
B. Marriage Party C. New year party D. Graduation Party
E. Ceremonial new house party 6. The purpose of the text above is …
A. To share the happiness.
B. To describe a certain party.
C. To tell an good relationship.
D. To invite people to join the party.
E. To persuade people to have marriage.
Read the following text and answer questions number 7 to 8!
Everybody should change their way of life to reduce global warming. There are several things that we can do. One of them is by buying and consuming fresh local groceries as much as possible. It of course includes local vegetables, fruits, bread, etc.
Local groceries don’t need much transportation to get it into the market. It of course means, the amount of carbon dioxide produced is less than the groceries from other region. Therefore, by buying local groceries we are helping reduce the amount of carbon dioxide produce.
Consuming fresh groceries instead of frozen ones are healthier for us. Furthermore, fresh food or groceries means no requirements for it to be freeze up. It means that no electricity is needed and saving energy means reducing carbon dioxide and money.
So, from now on we should consume fresh local groceries to reduce global warming.
7. To reduce the global warming we should … A. Buy import product.
B. Consume fresh foods.
C. Buy expensive clothes.
D. Consume frozen foods.
E. Not use electricity efficiently.
8. The generic structures of the text above are … A. General statements - sequential explanation.
B. Newsworthy - background events - sourses.
C. Thesis - agrument - recommendation.
D. Thesis - argument - reinteration.
E. General statement - arguments.
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 9. State the sentence below into passive form.
“The painter is drawing a beautiful lady.”
A. The painter has been drawn by the beautiful lady.
B. The beautiful lady is being drawn by the painter.
C. The beautiful lady was drawing by the painter.
D. The beautiful lady is drawn by the painter.
E. The painter is drawn by the beautiful lady.
Read the text below and answer questions number 10 to 11!
Surabaya, February 1st, 2014 Dear Igon,
How are you? Hope everything is okay with you. I’m all right here. We are going to have the national examination, aren’t we? Are you well prepared for it? Well, to be honest, I just have some difficulties in preparing for it, especially in science. There are extra lessons in my school and I take them all. But, I feel that they don’t help. I’m still confused in solving mathematic problems. I’m just worried that I fail the national examination. Do you have any suggestion for me? I really appreciate your help. I look forward to hearing from you.
Your buddy Fahim
Read the sentence below!
“I’m just worried that I fail the national examination.”
10. The antonym of the underlined word is … A. Reach
B. Predict C. Escape D. Success E. Underestimate 11. “Fahmi” refers to …
A. Complimentary Close B. Introduction
C. Signature D. Address E. Closing
12. I am staying at home … it is raining.
A. Due to B. Because C. Owing to D. Thanks to E. Because of
13. The flight is postponed … the weather is bad.
A. Consequently B. Therefore C. Owing to D. Since E. So
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 Read the following text and answer the questions number 14 to 15!
A cell phone is a great gadget in this modern world. What is a cell phone? A cell phone is actually a radio in certain way. Like a radio, by a cell phone we can communicate to other people in real time. Million people use cell phone for their communication. Even nowadays, people use cell phones to communicate in voice, written and data. Alexander Graham Bell is the person who makes great change in the way people communicate to each other. He invented a telephone in 1876. While wireless radio was formally known in 18994 presented by Guglielmo Marconi. By these two technologies, then a cell phone was born. However do you know how actually cell phones work?
This short explanation on how a cell phone work is really wonderful. A cell phone or in long term “cellular telephone’ works by transmitting signals of radio to towers of cellular. The towers are networked to a central switching station. The connection usually uses wire, fiber optic-cables, or microwave.
Then the central switching station which handles calls in certain given area is directed connected to the wire-based telephone system. Cellulars are picked up by the towers and relayed to another cellular telephone user or the user of wire-based telephone network. the towers vary in the capacity and capability to receive signals. Some can receive the signal from short distance and the others can receive more distance. However, there are usually more than one tower in certain given area so that the system can handle the increasing telephone traffic.
14. How telephone celluler works … A. By transmitting signal
B. By signal radio C. By GPS Signal D. By battery E. By user
15. What it the main idea of paragraph three … A. How to make the telephone
B. How to use the telephone C. The founder of telephone D. Function of telephone E. The part of telephone
Read the expression below and answer the question number 16!
“Gita : Budi, I want you to meet someone. This is Mrs. Ina, my aunt”.
16. From the expression above, we know that Gita tries to … A. greet someone.
B. leave a meeting.
C. introduce herself.
D. congratulate other.
E. introduce her family.
Read the sentence below and answer the question number 17!
“Hi everybody. I am Deti. I am a new secretary. Previously, I worked as a financial analyst and an assistant manager in another company. Pleased to meet you all”.
17. From the sentences above, we know that Deti … A. was a secretary.
B. is a new employee.
C. was a general manager.
D. is introducing her friend.
E. has worked in this company before.
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 Read the dialogue below and answer the question number 18!
Rahel : Hey, Daniel! How was the economics competition? Did you and your team go home with the trophy?
Daniel : Thank God, we did. Fortunately we succeeded to get the first place.
Rahel : Wow that’s a good job, Dan. Congratulation on your team success!
Daniel : Thank you very much for saying so.
18. From the dialogue above, Rahel tries to…
A. ask Daniel to get the trophy.
B. support Daniel in the competition.
C. inform Daniel about the competition.
D. congratulate Daniel for his team winning.
E. make sure that Daniel and his team join the competition.
Read the text below and answer the questions number 19 to 20!
PETRUK CAVE
Petruk Cave is one of the leading tourist attractions in Kebumen, Central Java. The cave is located in Dukuh Mandayana Candirenggo village, Ayah District, Kebumen Regency. In the Petruk Cave there is no lighting that illuminates the cave. It is still very natural cave so that Petruk Cave is very dark to be entered. The name is taken from the Punokawan of puppet characters that is Petruk. The cave named Petruk cave because the length of it is like the petruk’s nose.
In the cave there are three floors, the first is a basic cave, Hindu cave and Petruk. The base cave is a short cave, which is just 100 meters away. The cave is used for tourist attractions. Hindu cave is part of the cave that is usually used to put offerings to the ancestor. Inside Petruk there are so many stalactites and stalagmites which are really awesome. If you want to explore this cave, you must be led by guides who are ready to take you through the cave. After arriving at the end of the cave, you can see the beach or waterfall located near the end of the cave.
19. The purpose of the text is to ….
A. inform about tourism in Kebumen B. tell the readers about Petruk cave C. explain how to get to Petruk cave D. acknowledge Petruk Cave
E. promote Petruk Cave Read the sentence below!
“In the Petruk Cave there is no lighting that illuminates the cave.”
20. The underlined word means ....
A. lights B. raises C. clarifies D. darkens E. explains
Read the text below and answer the question number 21!
To : All Department Managers
There will be a meeting this afternoon, May 5th, 2024 at 1 pm in the meeting room.
The meeting will discuss the customers’ complaints since the topic is very important, presence is a must. Please, come on time and do not forget to bring documents needed.
Thank you.
Director
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 21. What is the announcement about?
A. Customer’s meeting.
B. Customers’ complaints.
C. The presence in the meeting.
D. An important meeting for managers.
E. An important meeting for Customers.
Read the text below and answer the question number 22!
My favourite sport is marathon running. There is a small town in Greece called Marathon, and the race is called marathon because of a Greek legend. A Greek messenger ran all the way from the battlefield of Marathon to Athens to announce victory. He did it without stopping, but died on arrival!
Now there are about 500 marathon races worldwide.
I ran in my first marathon in 2011, and it was fantastic. I trained for four months for the race.
Sometimes it was hard, but usually I enjoyed it. There were five thousand runners in my race, and I was one of the last ones to arrive - it took me seven hours and twelve minutes! But that isn’t
important. I enjoyed it and felt proud that I finished the 42.195 kilometres. Yes, that’s how far we ran. Now I’m training for my next marathon. If I’m fit enough, I’ll take part in the London Marathon next year.
Read the sentence below!
“… and felt proud that I finished the 42.195 kilometers.”
22. What is the opposite of the underlined word?
A. sad B. happy C. pleased D. superior E. ashamed
Read the text below and answer the questions number 23 to 24!
Talaga Warna
Long ago there was a kingdom in West Java. The kingdom was ruled by a king called Prabu.Prabu was a kind and wise king, and there was no hunger in his kingdom. But Prabu and his queen didn’t have any children. It made them very, very sad.
Then one day Prabu went into the jungle. There he prayed to his god for a child. A few months later, the queen was expecting a baby, and all the people in the kingdom were happy. Prabu and the queen loved their little daughter and gave her everything. Th is made the princess a very spoiled girl.
If she didn’t get what she wanted, she became very angry. But even though the princess behaved badly, her parents loved her, and so did the people in the kingdom.
Day by day, the princess grew more beautiful. When she was 17, her parents invited all the people in the kingdom to a party. Prabu took their gift s of gold and bright jewels and had a beautiful necklace made for his daughter.
On the day of the birthday, people gathered in the palace field. When Prabu and the queen appeared, people welcomed them happily. The cheers were even louder when the beautiful princess appeared. Prabu took the necklace. “My beloved daughter,” he said, “today I give this necklace to you. It is a gift from the people of this country because they love you so much.”The princess looked at the necklace. “I don’t want it! It’s ugly!” she shouted, and she threw the necklace on the ground, where it broke into pieces. Everyone was shocked. Nobody spoke.They never thought that their beloved princess would do that terrible thing.
In their silence people heard the queen crying. Everyone was sad and began crying, too. A pool of water formed on the ground. Soon the pool became a big lake. The lake sank all of the kingdom.
Today, people called the lake Talaga Warna. It means ‘Lake of Colours’. It is located in Puncak, West Java. On a bright day, the lake is full of amazing colours, which in fact come from the reflection of the trees and flowers around it. But some people believe that the colours are from the princess’s necklace, which still lies in pieces at the bottom of the lake.
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 23. The lake is called Talaga Warna because ...
A. they had dreamt for a child for a very long time B. of the necklace that lies at the bottom.
C. of the colours reflected in the water.
D. that was the name of the princess.
E. it is located in Puncak.
Read the sentence below!
“I don’t want it! It’s ugly!”
24. Th e underlined word means ….
A. cheap B. not pretty C. attractive D. not modern E. inexpensive
Read Lyric of the Song below and answer the question number 25!
Let her go By Passenger
Well you only need the light when it’s burning low Only miss the sun when it starts to snow
Only know you love her when you let her go
Only know you’ve been high when you’re feeling low Only hate the road when you’re missing home
Only know you love her when you let her go And you let her go
Staring at the bottom of your glass Hoping one day you’ll make a dream lasts But dreams come slow and they go so fast
25. The words feeling low is closest in meaning to ....
A. selfish B. rejected C. unhappy D. hopeless E. pessimistic
The following text is for questions 26 to 29
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 26. What is the best headline for the text above?
A. Tik Tok is launching marketing program for advertisers.
B. Tik Tok launched marketing program for advertisers.
C. Tik Tok launches marketing program for advertisers.
D. Tik Tok attracts the advertisers.
E. Tik Tok was banned in US.
27. What is the news about?
A. A launch of Tik Tok in US.
B. Tik tok and The US Governemnt.
C. Tik Tok facilitates anyone to campaign.
D. Tik Tok offers a new program for advertisers E. Tik Tok now has a business devision for marketing.
28. Why did US Government ban Tik Tok is US?
A. US Government divest Tik Tok.
B. Tik Tok doesn’t give benefits for US.
C. Tik Tok can be used for stealing personal data.
D. US Government supports Microsoft to have the same app.
E. Tik Tok is more popular than facebook or another social media.
29. What benefit does TikTok facilitate for advertisers?
A. Tik Tok is popular.
B. Tik Tok is easy to run.
C. Tik Tok offers interesting app.
D. Tik Tok has so significant numbers of users.
E. Tik Tok can be used for dancing and singing.
The following text is for questions 30 to 33
………..
4 September 2020
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - TikTok launched a marketing program on Thursday to attract more advertisers with tools to measure the success of ad campaigns that run on its popular short video app.
The program will allow brands and marketers to run ad campaigns on its app, that at present has about 20 certified partners including digital marketing platform MakeMeReach and data analytics company Kantar, TikTok said in a blog.
TikTok’s advertising business is still nascent, but the company owned by China’s ByteDance has become a popular place for brands that aim to reach the app’s young audience, who flock to it for lip-syncing, dancing and comedy sketch videos.
By the Dance has been ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump to divest TikTok’s operations in the country amid security concerns over the personal data it handles.
Microsoft Corp and Oracle Corp are among the suitors for the assets. However, China’s new rules around tech exports mean the sale of TikTok’s U.S. operations could need Beijing’s approval
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 30. What is the message can be found in the text above?
A. It is a wasteful time to live your life adventurous B. It is important to life an adventurous life
C. We must be careful with our wishes D. We must always be inside home E. We will be a superstar
31. What does the singer want?
A. Sleep B. Go outside C. Live his life
D. Play inside his house E. Live in a sedentary life
32. Based on the song above, who sings the song?
Outdoors
Song by: Jason Mraz All day I’ve been inside And I’ve got the feeling
I’m trapped between the walls And underneath the ceiling I feel a bit off track
And I’m trying to get back
Back in the cool, cool air where the sun is shinning Nothing’s going to stop me
It’s all in the timing It’s finally again my turn It’s time to return
‘Cause I won’t stay inside no more No more
I can’t wait to go Outdoors
Well open up your door and be like me Open up your door and then breathe free And look at all the beauty you’ll feel Loved, loved, loved, loved
Listen to the music of the wind and the brides sing We’re just one big family
And all of nature deserves to be Loved, loved, loved, loved, Loved
So, I won’t stay inside no more No more
It can’t wait, I’m sure
There’s need to run and hide Let’s go explore
It feels so great let’s go outdoors
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 A. Birds
B. Winds C. Trains D. Children E. Musician
33. What is the tone of the song above?
A. Sad B. Lazy C. Happy D. Melodic E. Melancholy
The following text is for questions 34 to 37
34. How can the applicant get information about job vacancy? He may get from…
A. Social Media B. Newspaper C. Television D. Magazine E. Website
35. What qualification does the company search most?
A. Person who is expert in using internet.
B. Person who is able to operate computer.
C. Person who understand the millennial things.
D. Person who is good at internet and social media.
E. Person who can able to become a trend setter for social media.
36. Based on the text above, the following statement is correct related to the applicant characters.
Joseph Q. Applicant
123 Main Street, Anytown,CA12345555-212-1234 · [email protected]
July 20, 2020 Jane Smith
Director,HumanResources Fit Living
123 Business Rd.
Business City, CA 5432 Dear Ms. Smith,
I’m writing to apply for the position of Social Media Manager for Fit Living, as advertised on your website careers page. I have three years of experience as a Social Media Assistant for Young Living, and I believe I am ready to move up to the manager position.
In your job posting, you mention that you want to hire a Social Media Manager who understands Internet and social media trends. During my time at Young Living, I was given the responsibility of increasing follower numbers on Instagram. I explained to my manager that I would be happy to do so, and that I would also work hard to increase follower participation, because engagement has become an important metric.
Within six months, I increased our followers by over 50% and increased engagement by 400%. I’m very proud of that accomplishment. Currently, I’m working to build a following with the best influencers in our niche.
When I saw the job opening, I knew it was the perfect opportunity to offer you both my social media marketing skills and people skills. I’ve included my resume so you can learn more about my educational background and all of my work experience. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Please feel free to email me [email protected] or call my cell phone at 555-555-5555. I hope to hear from you soon.
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 A. The applicant is so ignorant with society.
B. The applicant has shown responsibility.
C. The applicant has strong confindence.
D. The applicant looks so ambitious.
E. The applicant is impolite.
37. The biggest factor that could motivate the applicant to try this job position is…
A. He has the experience.
B. He knows what to do in his job better.
C. He has good academic background supporting his job.
D. He has a strong connection with this company enevironment.
E. He has good achiement related to the same field the company seraches for.
This text is for questions 38 to 40Procedure Manual Tips)
RDS
38. What does the text tell you about? General picture
A. Directions to turn on the washing machine only when it’s full.
B. Directions to turn on TV when no one is using it.
C. How to save money on electricity.
D. How to use energy appliances.
E. How to use energy eficiently.
39. We should keep the curtains or blinds drawn at night in order to …. Specific info A. keep the temperature warm anytime.
B. avoid the light enter to the room.
C. give a convenient condition.
D. prevent the light going out.
E. save the energy efficiently.
Read the sentence below!
“Turn on the TV and computer when no one is using it.”
40. What does the word ‘it’ refer to?
A. TV.
B. Heater C. Light bulb.
D. Computer.
E. Washing machine
The text is for question 41 to 43
Here's how you can save money and do your bit for the environment.
Saving electricity:
1. Buy energy efficient appliances - download the Energy Rating App to see the running costs.
2. Switch off your heater, air-conditioner and lights in rooms you're not using.
3. Keep your curtains or blinds drawn at night to keep the heat in.
4. Use a door snake under the door.
5. Turn off the heater and put on jumper.
6. Turn off your electrical appliances at the power point.
7. Turn off the TV and computer when no-one is using it.
8. Use energy efficient light bulbs.
9. Turn on the washing machine and the dishwasher only when they are full.
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 How to Make Bregedel Tempe
The ingredients:
150 g tempe
1 tablespoon flour
1 egg
1 spoon Royco
1 cup vegetable oil for frying Here are the instructions:
1. Mash the tempe with a fork.
2. Put the mashed tempe in a bowl and mix with the flour and Royco, followed by an egg.
3. Shape the tempe into the size of a golf ball and flatten a little with a fork.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a medium flame. When the oil is hot, drop the tempe into the oil, five or six at a time.
5. Fry until golden brown on both sides, drain on absorbent paper and serve hot with chili or sauce.
41. What is the text about?
A. History of bregedel tempe.
B. Explanation of bregedel tempe.
C. Description of bregedel tempe.
D. Short story of bregedel tempe.
E. The procedure of making bregedel tempe.
42. What is the generic structure of the text?
A. Goal-materials-steps.
B. Identification-description.
C. Thesis-arguments-reiteration.
D. Orientation-events-reorientation.
E. Orientation-complication-resolution.
43. What tense does the text use?
A. Past tense B. Present tense C. Past future tense D. Past continuous tense E. Present continuous tense
Read the following dialogues and answer the questions number 44 to 45!
Woman : Would you like me to help you with your project?
Man : Sure. Would you help me design the cover?
Woman : Of course. I like designing very much.
Man : OK. It should be simple but impressive. I know you are skilful at it.
Woman : No problem. I will have it done soon.
Man : I’m lucky to have a friend like you.
Woman : I am glad to help you.
Man : Thanks a lot. You are very kind.
Woman : Don’t mention it.
44. Based on the dialogue above what is the woman doing?
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 A. She is asking for assistance.
B. She is asking for a solution.
C. She is looking for the project.
D. She is designing a book cover.
E. She is offering help to the man.
45. What can we infer from the dialogue?
A. The man can finish his project by himself.
B. The woman has to finish the assignment.
C. The man refuses to accept assistance.
D. The man is a skillful cover designer.
E. The woman is very pleased to help.
Read the dialogue below and answer the question number 46 to 47!
Girl : Excuse me. May I see Mr Kusuma?
Man : I am so sorry. He has just left this room. What can I do for you?
Girl : Just tell him that I have left my assignment on his desk.
Man : Sure. I will inform him of it.
Girl : Thank you.
Man : You’re welcome.
46. Where does the dialogue probably take place?
A. In the teacher's room.
B. In the classroom.
C. In the rest room.
D. At the hospital.
E. In the office.
47. What does the girl request the man to do?
A. To inform Mr. Kusuma about her assignment.
B. To put the students' assignments on the desk.
C. To leave her assignment on Mr. Kusuma's desk.
D. To submit the assignment to Mr. Kusuma.
E. To find Mr. Kusuma in his room.
The following passage is for questions 48 to 50!
Caption: Individuals stroll past fully blossomed tulips in a park located in the central area of Kiev, Ukraine, on May 3rd, 2019.
48. What type of caption is presented in the image A. Group Identification bar.
B. Expanded.
C. Summary.
D. Cutline.
E. Quote.
49. What is the purpose of the caption?
A. To prompt readers to observe the beautiful flowers B. To provide a more detailed description of the image C. To narrate the identity of the viewer of the image D. To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the image E. To elaborate on the beauty of the flowers
50. Based on the information in the caption, when was the photograph captured?
BING/UM/U/USBN/2025 A. May 3, 2019
B. July 19, 2018 C. August 15, 2014 D. February 1, 2017 E. December 7, 2015
