Contoh Soal Bahasa Inggris SMP: Latihan Terbaik untuk Raih Nilai Maksimal!

1. What is the correct greeting to use in the morning?

• Good afternoon
• Good evening
• Good night
• Good morning

Answer: Good morning

Explanation: Good morning is the standard greeting used from sunrise until noon.

2. My name is Andi. ______ is Budi.

• Her name
• Its name
• Their name
• His name

Answer: His name

Explanation: To refer to a male’s name, we use ‘His name’.

3. She usually ______ to school by bus.

• go
• going
• went
• goes

Answer: goes

Explanation: For the third person singular subject (She) in Simple Present tense, we add -es to the verb ‘go’.

4. Yesterday, I ______ a new book at the bookstore.

• buy
• buying
• buys
• bought

Answer: bought

Explanation: The word ‘yesterday’ indicates Simple Past tense, so the past form of ‘buy’ is ‘bought’.

5. Look! The students ______ in the yard now.

• play
• plays
• played
• are playing

Answer: are playing

Explanation: The word ‘now’ and ‘Look!’ indicate an action happening at the moment of speaking, which requires the Present Continuous tense (to be + verb-ing).

6. My mother ______ cook dinner tonight.

• can
• must
• should
• will

Answer: will

Explanation: ‘Will’ is used to express future actions or intentions.

7. You ______ finish your homework before playing.

• can
• might
• would
• must

Answer: must

Explanation: ‘Must’ is used to express strong obligation or necessity.

8. The sky is very ______. I think it will rain soon.

• sunny
• clear
• bright
• cloudy

Answer: cloudy

Explanation: ‘Cloudy’ is an adjective describing a sky full of clouds, indicating potential rain.

9. He drives his car very ______.

• careful
• care
• caring
• carefully

Answer: carefully

Explanation: To describe how someone drives (a verb), we use an adverb. ‘Carefully’ is the adverb form of ‘careful’.

10. The book is ______ the table.

• in
• under
• at
• on

Answer: on

Explanation: ‘On’ is the correct preposition to indicate something resting on a surface.

11. Rina: Hi, Edo. How are you? Edo: I’m fine, thanks. And you? Rina: I’m good too. What is the dialogue about?

• Making an appointment
• Discussing homework
• Asking for directions
• Greetings and asking about well-being

Answer: Greetings and asking about well-being

Explanation: The dialogue starts with ‘Hi’ and ‘How are you?’, which are common greetings and inquiries about well-being.

12. ANNOUNCEMENT: Due to technical issues, the school library will be closed tomorrow, October 26ᵗʰ. We apologize for the inconvenience. What day will the library be closed?

• Today
• October 25ᵗʰ
• October 27ᵗʰ
• October 26ᵗʰ

Answer: October 26ᵗʰ

Explanation: The announcement explicitly states ‘tomorrow, October 26ᵗʰ’ as the closing date.

13. My cat, Fluffy, has soft white fur and big green eyes. She loves to play with a ball of yarn. What kind of text is this?

• Narrative text
• Recount text
• Procedure text
• Descriptive text

Answer: Descriptive text

Explanation: This text describes the physical appearance and habits of a cat, which is characteristic of a descriptive text.

14. Last week, I visited my grandparents in the village. We went fishing in the river and picked fresh fruits from their garden. It was a wonderful experience. What did the writer do last week?

• Went to the beach
• Studied for an exam
• Cleaned the house
• Visited grandparents

Answer: Visited grandparents

Explanation: The first sentence clearly states, ‘Last week, I visited my grandparents in the village.’

15. INVITATION: You are invited to Budi’s 12ᵗʰ Birthday Party. Date: Saturday, November 11ᵗʰ. Time: 4 PM. Venue: Budi’s House. RSVP to Budi at 0812345678. When is the party?

• Tomorrow
• Any day in November
• November 12ᵗʰ
• Saturday, November 11ᵗʰ

Answer: Saturday, November 11ᵗʰ

Explanation: The invitation clearly states ‘Date: Saturday, November 11ᵗʰ’.

16. Andi: Excuse me, where is the nearest post office? Budi: ______ Andi: Thank you. What is the best response from Budi?

• It is far.
• I don’t know.
• It’s closed now.
• Go straight and turn left at the intersection.

Answer: Go straight and turn left at the intersection.

Explanation: To give directions, one must provide clear instructions on how to get to the location.

17. Teacher: I think studying in groups is very effective. Student: ______ It helps us understand the material better. What is the student expressing?

• Disagreement
• Neutrality
• Surprise
• Agreement

Answer: Agreement

Explanation: The student’s follow-up sentence ‘It helps us understand the material better’ shows they agree with the teacher’s statement.

18. Ani: Oh, I’m so sorry. I broke your pen. Budi: Don’t worry about it. What is Budi doing?

• Refusing to forgive
• Ignoring the apology
• Making a complaint
• Accepting an apology

Answer: Accepting an apology

Explanation: By saying ‘Don’t worry about it,’ Budi is indicating that he accepts Ani’s apology for breaking his pen.

19. You helped me a lot with my project. Thank you so much, Dad! What is the speaker expressing?

• Apology
• Request
• Complaint
• Gratitude

Answer: Gratitude

Explanation: The phrase ‘Thank you so much’ clearly expresses gratitude.

20. I like apples ______ oranges, but I don’t like bananas.

• or
• so
• but
• and

Answer: and

Explanation: ‘And’ is used to connect two similar items or ideas.

1. Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verb in brackets: My brother (study) English every day.

Answer: studies

Explanation: For Simple Present tense with a third person singular subject (‘My brother’), the verb ‘study’ changes to ‘studies’.

2. Based on the text: ‘This product contains nuts. Do not consume if you have nut allergy.’ What is the warning given?

Answer: Do not consume if you have nut allergy.

Explanation: The text explicitly states the warning related to nut allergies.

3. Rephrase the sentence: ‘It is a very delicious cake.’ using an adverb of degree.

Answer: It is an extremely delicious cake.

Explanation: Replacing ‘very’ with ‘extremely’ provides an adverb of degree to emphasize the deliciousness.

4. What is the adjective form of the noun ‘beauty’?

Answer: beautiful

Explanation: The adjective form of ‘beauty’ is ‘beautiful’, used to describe a noun (e.g., a beautiful flower).

5. Give a simple instruction on how to turn on a fan.

Answer: Press the ‘ON’ button.

Explanation: A simple and direct instruction for turning on a fan.

1. Write a short descriptive text (3-5 sentences) about your favorite animal.

Answer: My favorite animal is a cat. Its fur is soft and usually comes in various colors like black, white, or tabby. Cats have sharp eyes and tiny, pointed ears that can swivel to catch sounds. They love to nap in sunny spots and often purr when they are happy. Their playful antics and gentle purrs always bring a smile to my face.

Explanation: This answer effectively describes a cat using sensory details and personal affection, fulfilling the requirement of a descriptive text.

2. Describe a memorable holiday experience you had (in 5-7 sentences). Include when and where it happened, who you were with, and what made it memorable.

Answer: Last summer, my family and I went to Bali for a week. It was a truly unforgettable holiday. We stayed in a lovely villa near the beach, and every morning we enjoyed the sunrise while having breakfast. We spent our days swimming in the ocean, building sandcastles, and trying delicious local food like ‘Nasi Goreng’. The highlight was visiting Uluwatu Temple and watching the beautiful sunset dance performance. The warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves, and the joy of being with my family made it the best holiday ever.

Explanation: This essay successfully recounts a holiday experience, providing details about time, place, company, and reasons for its memorability, demonstrating narrative writing skills.

3. Write a short informal letter to your friend inviting them to your birthday party. Include the date, time, and location of the party.

Answer: Dear [Friend’s Name], How are you? I hope you’re doing great. I’m writing to invite you to my birthday party! I’m turning 14 next month, and I’d love for you to celebrate with me. The party will be on Saturday, November 25ᵗʰ, starting at 3 PM. We’ll be having it at my house. There will be games, food, and lots of fun! Please let me know if you can come by November 20ᵗʰ so I can finalize the arrangements. Hope to see you there! Best, [Your Name]

Explanation: The letter follows the structure of an informal invitation, including all necessary details (date, time, location) and a friendly tone.

4. Explain the difference between the Simple Present Tense and the Present Continuous Tense. Provide an example for each.

Answer: The Simple Present Tense is used to describe habitual actions, general truths, facts, or schedules. It focuses on actions that happen regularly or are always true. For example: ‘She drinks coffee every morning.’ The Present Continuous Tense, on the other hand, is used to describe actions happening at the exact moment of speaking, or temporary actions that are ongoing. It focuses on actions in progress. For example: ‘She is drinking coffee now.’ The key difference lies in the duration and frequency: Simple Present for routine/facts, Present Continuous for ongoing actions.

Explanation: This answer clearly defines both tenses, highlights their primary uses, and provides distinct examples for each, demonstrating a good understanding of English grammar.

5. Do you think learning English is important for students in Indonesia? Give at least two reasons to support your opinion.

Answer: Yes, I strongly believe that learning English is very important for students in Indonesia. First, English is an international language. Being proficient in English opens up many opportunities for global communication, whether for higher education abroad, international careers, or simply understanding global media and culture. Second, English is crucial for accessing vast amounts of information and knowledge online. Most scientific articles, technological advancements, and educational resources are published in English, so learning it helps students stay updated and expand their learning beyond local resources.

Explanation: This answer provides a clear opinion and supports it with two well-explained and relevant reasons, showing critical thinking and persuasive writing skills.

1. Match the English words with their Indonesian meanings.

Answer: 1. Beautiful – Indah, 2. Happy – Senang, 3. Sad – Sedih, 4. Big – Besar, 5. Small – Kecil. Each English word is correctly paired with its Indonesian equivalent.

Explanation: This exercise tests basic vocabulary knowledge.

2. Match the sentence beginnings on the left with the correct endings on the right.

Answer: 1. I usually go to school – by bus. 2. She is reading – a book in the library. 3. They played football – yesterday afternoon. Each sentence beginning is correctly completed by its corresponding ending.

Explanation: This exercise assesses sentence completion and logical coherence.