Dive into this essential practice exam specifically crafted for 4th-grade English students (soal bahasa inggris kelas 4 SD). This comprehensive set of questions aims to bolster understanding of fundamental English concepts, including everyday vocabulary, basic grammar structures, and reading comprehension. Students will encounter diverse topics such as identifying family members, naming animals, recognizing colors, describing daily routines, and using simple prepositions. The exam features a robust mix of question types: 20 challenging multiple-choice questions to test recognition, 5 short-answer questions for direct recall, 5 essay prompts to encourage descriptive writing, and 2 engaging matching exercises to connect related concepts. This resource is perfect for students seeking to reinforce their classroom learning, prepare for upcoming tests, or simply improve their English proficiency. Teachers and parents will find it invaluable for assessing progress and targeting specific learning needs, ensuring children build a strong and confident foundation in English language skills.
Multiple Choice
1. What is the English word for ‘apel’?
- Banana
- Orange
- Apple
- Grape
Answer: Apple
Explanation: The English translation for ‘apel’ is ‘Apple’.
2. My mother is cooking in the ____.
- Bedroom
- Bathroom
- Living room
- Kitchen
Answer: Kitchen
Explanation: Mothers usually cook in the kitchen.
3. How many eyes do you have?
- One
- Two
- Three
- Four
Answer: Two
Explanation: Most people have two eyes.
4. What color is the sky on a sunny day?
- Red
- Green
- Yellow
- Blue
Answer: Blue
Explanation: The sky is typically blue when it is sunny.
5. Good morning! How are you?
- Good night!
- I’m fine, thank you.
- See you later!
- Hello!
Answer: I’m fine, thank you.
Explanation: The appropriate response to ‘How are you?’ is usually ‘I’m fine, thank you’ or similar.
6. A cat says ____.
- Woof
- Moo
- Meow
- Oink
Answer: Meow
Explanation: The sound a cat makes is ‘meow’.
7. My father’s sister is my ____.
- Mother
- Sister
- Grandmother
- Aunt
Answer: Aunt
Explanation: Your father’s sister is your aunt.
8. I eat my breakfast in the ____.
- Afternoon
- Evening
- Night
- Morning
Answer: Morning
Explanation: Breakfast is the first meal of the day, eaten in the morning.
9. What do you use to write?
- Chair
- Table
- Book
- Pencil
Answer: Pencil
Explanation: A pencil is a common tool used for writing.
10. There are twelve months in a ____.
- Week
- Month
- Day
- Year
Answer: Year
Explanation: There are twelve months that make up one year.
11. The opposite of ‘big’ is ____.
- Tall
- Long
- Small
- Wide
Answer: Small
Explanation: The word ‘small’ is the antonym of ‘big’.
12. What is the English word for ‘merah’?
- Blue
- Green
- Yellow
- Red
Answer: Red
Explanation: The color ‘merah’ in English is ‘red’.
13. I can ____ with my ears.
- See
- Taste
- Hear
- Smell
Answer: Hear
Explanation: Ears are used for hearing.
14. How old are you? I am ____ years old.
- Happy
- Good
- Ten
- Sad
Answer: Ten
Explanation: The question asks for age, so a number is the appropriate answer. ‘Ten’ is a common age for a 4th grader.
15. A doctor works in a ____.
- School
- Market
- Hospital
- Park
Answer: Hospital
Explanation: Doctors typically work in a hospital.
16. The sun shines in the ____.
- Night
- Evening
- Day
- Midnight
Answer: Day
Explanation: The sun is visible and shines during the day.
17. This is a book. It is ____ the table.
- In
- Under
- Behind
- On
Answer: On
Explanation: When an object is placed directly on a surface, the preposition ‘on’ is used.
18. What animal says ‘roar’?
- Cow
- Sheep
- Duck
- Lion
Answer: Lion
Explanation: A lion is known for its roar.
19. I wear a ____ on my head.
- Shoes
- Socks
- Pants
- Hat
Answer: Hat
Explanation: A hat is worn on the head.
20. Which one is a fruit?
- Carrot
- Potato
- Tomato
- Banana
Answer: Banana
Explanation: Among the options, ‘banana’ is a fruit.
Short Answer
1. What is the English word for ‘satu’?
Answer: One
Explanation: The Indonesian word ‘satu’ translates to ‘one’ in English.
2. Spell the color ‘hijau’ in English.
Answer: Green
Explanation: ‘Hijau’ is ‘green’ in English.
3. Name one animal that can fly.
Answer: Bird (or specific birds like eagle, sparrow, etc.)
Explanation: Birds are common animals known for their ability to fly.
4. What is your favorite food? (Answer in English)
Answer: My favorite food is [e.g., pizza/fried rice/chicken].
Explanation: Students should state their favorite food using simple English sentence structure.
5. If today is Monday, what day was yesterday?
Answer: Sunday
Explanation: Sunday comes before Monday.
Essay
1. Describe your daily routine in three to five sentences. What do you do in the morning, afternoon, and evening?
Answer: I wake up at 6 o’clock in the morning. Then I take a bath and have breakfast. In the afternoon, I go to school and study. After school, I play with my friends. In the evening, I do my homework and read a book before I go to bed.
Explanation: The answer should describe a simple daily routine, using appropriate time expressions and verbs. It demonstrates the ability to construct simple sentences about personal activities.
2. Write about your favorite animal. What is its name, what does it look like, and what can it do? (In three to five sentences)
Answer: My favorite animal is a cat. Its name is Mimi. Mimi has soft white fur and big green eyes. She loves to play with a ball of yarn and can jump very high. Mimi also likes to sleep a lot on my bed.
Explanation: This answer describes a favorite animal by giving its name, physical description, and some actions it can perform, using descriptive language suitable for a 4th grader.
3. Imagine you are at a park. What things can you see and what activities can you do there? (In three to five sentences)
Answer: When I am at the park, I can see many green trees and colorful flowers. I also see children playing on the swings and slides. I can play football with my friends there. Sometimes, I ride my bicycle around the park. It is a fun place to visit.
Explanation: The answer identifies common park features and activities, demonstrating vocabulary related to public spaces and leisure.
4. Write about your family. Who are they and what do they do? (In three to five sentences)
Answer: I have a small family. My father is a teacher, and my mother is a doctor. I have one little sister who is five years old. We often eat dinner together every night. I love my family very much.
Explanation: This answer describes family members and their occupations, showing an understanding of family vocabulary and simple present tense verbs.
5. What is your favorite subject at school and why? (In three to five sentences)
Answer: My favorite subject at school is Art. I like to draw and paint pictures. It is very fun to use different colors. My art teacher is very kind and helps me a lot. I always feel happy during art class.
Explanation: The answer identifies a favorite school subject and provides reasons for liking it, using simple adjectives and conjunctions.
Matching
1. Match the animal to its sound.
| Dog | Woof |
| Cat | Meow |
| Cow | Moo |
| Duck | Quack |
| Lion | Roar |
Answer: Dog – Woof, Cat – Meow, Cow – Moo, Duck – Quack, Lion – Roar
Explanation: This exercise tests knowledge of common animal sounds.
2. Match the occupation to the place they work.
| Teacher | School |
| Doctor | Hospital |
| Chef | Restaurant |
| Farmer | Farm |
| Pilot | Airport |
Answer: Teacher – School, Doctor – Hospital, Chef – Restaurant, Farmer – Farm, Pilot – Airport
Explanation: This exercise tests knowledge of common occupations and their workplaces.