Contoh Soal UAS Bahasa Inggris Kelas 8 SMP Semester 2

I. Multiple Choice Questions (Pilihan Ganda)

Choose the best answer (A, B, C, or D).

1. My brother … his bicycle yesterday.
1. ride
2. rides
3. rode
4. riding
2. They … to Bali twice this year.
1. go
2. went
3. have gone
4. are going
3. … I borrow your pen, please?
1. Must
2. Should
3. May
4. Will
4. You … study hard for the exam. It’s very important.
1. might
2. could
3. must
4. can
5. A giraffe is … than a horse.
1. tall
2. tallest
3. taller
4. more tall
6. Mount Everest is … mountain in the world.
1. high
2. higher
3. the highest
4. the most high
7. Read the announcement:
   ANNOUNCEMENT
   To all students, there will be an English speech contest on Saturday, May 18th, 2024, at the school hall. Registration opens from May 1st to May 10th at the OSIS room. Don’t miss it!
   When will the speech contest be held?
1. May 1st
2. May 10th
3. May 18th
4. May 24th
8. The purpose of an invitation card is to … people to an event.
1. inform
2. ask
3. warn
4. persuade
9. What does the notice “WET FLOOR” mean?
1. The floor is clean.
2. The floor is dry.
3. The floor is slippery.
4. The floor is dirty.
10. “What do you think about our new English teacher?” “I think he’s great!”
    The second speaker expresses …
1. disagreement
2. uncertainty
3. agreement
4. apology
11. My family and I … visit my grandparents next holiday.
1. are
2. were
3. are going to
4. have
12. She sings the song very … .
1. good
2. fast
3. beautifully
4. slow
13. He likes to play football … he also enjoys basketball.
1. but
2. so
3. and
4. or
14. The cat is hiding … the table.
1. on
2. in
3. under
4. at
15. Read the text:
    Rina has a new pet, a small white rabbit named Snowy. Snowy has long ears and a fluffy tail. Rina loves playing with Snowy in the garden every afternoon.
    What is the main idea of the text?
1. Rina’s garden.
2. Rina’s playtime.
3. Rina’s new pet rabbit.
4. Snowy’s long ears.
16. Based on the text above, what color is Rina’s rabbit?
1. Brown
2. Black
3. Grey
4. White
17. My sister is a very … person. She always helps others.
1. selfish
2. lazy
3. kind
4. proud
18. The Eiffel Tower is a famous … in Paris.
1. animal
2. food
3. landmark
4. vehicle
19. The book … by many students.
1. read
2. is read
3. was read
4. reads
20. It rained heavily, … the streets were flooded.
1. because
2. but
3. so
4. or

II. Short Answer Questions (Isian Singkat)

21. Look at the picture of a traffic sign: “NO PARKING”. What does it mean?

Answer: You are not allowed to park your vehicle here.

22. Complete the sentence: If you heat water to 100 degrees Celsius, it … (boil).

Answer: boils

23. Your friend asks, “Where is your school?” What is a possible answer?

Answer: My school is on Jalan Merdeka No. 10. (or any relevant address)

24. What is the opposite of “expensive”?

Answer: Cheap

25. What is the purpose of a “Keep Silent” notice?

Answer: To ask people to be quiet.

III. Essay/Description Questions (Uraian)

26. Describe your favorite animal. Include its appearance, what it eats, and why you like it. (Min. 3 sentences)

Sample Answer: My favorite animal is a cat. It has soft fur, sharp claws, and often green or blue eyes. Cats mostly eat fish or cat food. I like cats because they are cute, independent, and very playful. They make great companions.

27. Imagine you are inviting your best friend to your birthday party. Write a short invitation card. Include the event, date, time, and place.

Sample Answer:
Dear [Best Friend’s Name],
You are invited to my 14th Birthday Party!
Date: Saturday, June 10th, 2024
Time: 4 PM – 7 PM
Venue: My House (Jalan Mawar No. 5)
Come and have fun with us! See you there!
Love,
[Your Name]

28. Explain the steps to make a glass of iced tea.

Sample Answer: First, prepare a tea bag, hot water, sugar, ice cubes, and a glass. Second, put the tea bag in the glass and pour hot water. Let it steep for a few minutes. Third, remove the tea bag and add sugar, stir until dissolved. Fourth, add ice cubes to make it cold. Finally, your iced tea is ready to be served.

29. Describe your dream vacation spot. What makes it special? (Min. 3 sentences)

Sample Answer: My dream vacation spot is a beautiful beach in Bali, like Sanur Beach. It has clear blue water, soft white sand, and amazing sunsets. I want to relax by the ocean, swim, and try local food. It’s special because it offers both tranquility and exciting activities, perfect for unwinding and creating wonderful memories.

30. Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) about why learning English is important in today’s world.

Sample Answer: Learning English is very important in today’s globalized world. It is a universal language used in business, science, and technology. By speaking English, we can communicate with people from different countries and access a vast amount of information online. It also opens up opportunities for better education and careers in the future.

IV. Matching Questions (Menjodohkan)

31. Match the English words with their Indonesian meanings:
    • 1. Diligent      A. Ramah
    • 2. Friendly      B. Rajin
    • 3. Famous      C. Terkenal
    • 4. Delicious     D. Lezat

Key: 1-B, 2-A, 3-C, 4-D

32. Match the beginning of the sentences with their correct endings:
    • 1. If you study hard,      A. I will get good grades.
    • 2. We eat to         B. keep us healthy.
    • 3. She needs a pen      C. you will pass the exam.
    • 4. The sun shines brightly,   D. so it’s a hot day.

Key: 1-C, 2-B, 3-A, 4-D