Contoh Soal Bahasa Inggris UN & Pembahasan Lengkap (SMA/SMK)

1. My cat, Luna, is a beautiful Siamese with striking blue eyes and a sleek, cream-colored coat. She loves to lounge in sunbeams and chase laser pointers. Despite her regal appearance, Luna is very playful and often brings me her favorite toy mouse as a gift.What is Luna’s favorite activity mentioned in the text?

• Chasing birds
• Lounge in sunbeams
• Sleeping all day
• Eating fish

Answer: Lounge in sunbeams

Explanation: The text explicitly states, ‘She loves to lounge in sunbeams.’

2. ANNOUNCEMENT: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the school’s annual drama club performance, originally scheduled for Friday, May 10th, has been postponed to Friday, May 24th. All tickets purchased for the original date will be valid for the new date. Refunds are available at the student administrative office until May 17th. We apologize for any inconvenience.When is the new date for the drama club performance?

• Friday, May 10th
• Until May 17th
• Friday, May 24th
• At the student administrative office

Answer: Friday, May 24th

Explanation: The announcement clearly states the performance ‘has been postponed to Friday, May 24th.’

3. By this time next year, I ______ my master’s degree.

• will finish
• will have finished
• am finishing
• finish

Answer: will have finished

Explanation: ‘By this time next year’ indicates a future perfect tense, showing an action completed before a specific point in the future.

4. What is the synonym of ‘diligent’?

• Lazy
• Careless
• Hardworking
• Slow

Answer: Hardworking

Explanation: ‘Diligent’ means having or showing care and conscientiousness in one’s work or duties, which is synonymous with ‘hardworking’.

5. A: ‘I think we should organize a fundraising event for the local orphanage.’B: ‘______ I believe it’s a great idea to help those in need.’Which expression best completes the dialogue?

• I don’t think so.
• That’s a terrible idea.
• I completely agree.
• I’m not sure about that.

Answer: I completely agree.

Explanation: Speaker B’s follow-up sentence ‘I believe it’s a great idea’ shows strong agreement with Speaker A.

6. Once upon a time, in a small village nestled beside a dark forest, lived a brave young hunter named Kai. One day, a fierce dragon descended upon the village, demanding a princess as tribute. Kai, known for his courage, decided to confront the beast himself.What did the dragon demand from the village?

• Gold and jewels
• A brave hunter
• A princess as tribute
• All their livestock

Answer: A princess as tribute

Explanation: The text explicitly states, ‘a fierce dragon descended upon the village, demanding a princess as tribute.’

7. If she had studied harder, she ______ the exam.

• would pass
• would have passed
• will pass
• passes

Answer: would have passed

Explanation: This is a Type 3 conditional sentence (past unreal conditional), which uses ‘if + past perfect, would have + past participle’ to talk about hypothetical situations in the past.

8. What is the antonym of ‘ancient’?

• Old
• Modern
• Historic
• Antique

Answer: Modern

Explanation: ‘Ancient’ means belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence. ‘Modern’ means relating to the present or recent times, which is its direct opposite.

9. X: ‘I’m really struggling with my math homework.’Y: ‘______ Why don’t you ask Mr. Budi for help? He’s very good at explaining things.’Which expression best introduces Y’s suggestion?

• That’s too bad.
• I don’t care.
• Why don’t you…
• It’s impossible.

Answer: Why don’t you…

Explanation: ‘Why don’t you…’ is a common way to introduce a suggestion in English.

10. Last summer, my family and I went camping in the national park. We hiked through dense forests, saw a family of deer, and roasted marshmallows by the campfire. One night, a sudden thunderstorm hit, and we had to quickly pack up our tent. Despite the brief scare, it was an unforgettable adventure.What was the main challenge the family faced during their camping trip?

• Getting lost in the forest
• Seeing a family of deer
• A sudden thunderstorm
• Running out of marshmallows

Answer: A sudden thunderstorm

Explanation: The text describes the thunderstorm as a ‘brief scare’ that caused them to ‘quickly pack up,’ indicating it was the main challenge.

11. The new bridge ______ by the construction company next month.

• will be built
• is built
• built
• will build

Answer: will be built

Explanation: The sentence is in the future tense and the bridge is the receiver of the action (it ‘will be built’), hence the future passive voice is appropriate.

12. The ancient manuscript was so *fragile* that the conservator had to handle it with extreme care.What does the word ‘fragile’ mean in the sentence?

• Strong
• Durable
• Easily broken or damaged
• Expensive

Answer: Easily broken or damaged

Explanation: The context ‘had to handle it with extreme care’ indicates that ‘fragile’ means something easily damaged.

13. Teacher: ‘You look confused with this problem, Rina. ______?’Rina: ‘Oh, yes please, Sir. I can’t seem to understand the instructions.’Which expression best completes the teacher’s offer?

• Do you need any help
• Can you help me
• Are you helping me
• What is your problem

Answer: Do you need any help

Explanation: The teacher observes Rina’s confusion and offers assistance, which is appropriately expressed with ‘Do you need any help?’

14. GRAND OPENING SALE! ‘Sweet Delights Bakery’ is now open! Enjoy 20% off all cakes and pastries for a limited time only, from March 1st to March 15th. Visit us at 123 Main Street. Freshly baked goods daily!What is the primary purpose of this advertisement?

• To announce a job vacancy
• To sell used bakery equipment
• To promote a new bakery and its opening sale
• To recruit baking students

Answer: To promote a new bakery and its opening sale

Explanation: The ad explicitly states ‘GRAND OPENING SALE! ‘Sweet Delights Bakery’ is now open! Enjoy 20% off all cakes and pastries…’ clearly indicating a promotion for a new business.

15. She said, ‘I am going to the cinema tomorrow.’ If reported, this becomes: She said that ______ to the cinema ______.

• she was going / the next day
• I was going / tomorrow
• she is going / the next day
• she goes / tomorrow

Answer: she was going / the next day

Explanation: When changing direct speech to reported speech, the present continuous becomes past continuous, and ‘tomorrow’ changes to ‘the next day’ or ‘the following day.’

16. What does the idiom ‘break a leg’ mean?

• To literally injure your leg
• To wish someone good luck
• To run very fast
• To stop performing

Answer: To wish someone good luck

Explanation: ‘Break a leg’ is an idiom commonly used in theatre to wish a performer good luck.

17. A: ‘What do you think about the new school uniform policy?’B: ‘______ I believe it will create a more disciplined environment.’Which expression best completes B’s response?

• I disagree.
• In my opinion, it’s good.
• I’m not sure.
• I hate it.

Answer: In my opinion, it’s good.

Explanation: Speaker A asks for an opinion, and B responds with an opinion that aligns with their subsequent positive statement. ‘In my opinion’ is a direct way to express an opinion.

18. How to Make a Simple Paper Airplane: 1. Take a rectangular sheet of paper. 2. Fold it in half lengthwise. 3. Unfold and then fold the top corners to the center crease. 4. Fold the top edge down to meet the edge of the folded corners. 5. Fold the top corners again to the center. 6. Fold the airplane in half along the original center crease.What is the step *after* ‘Unfold and then fold the top corners to the center crease’?

• Take a rectangular sheet of paper.
• Fold it in half lengthwise.
• Fold the top edge down to meet the edge of the folded corners.
• Fold the airplane in half along the original center crease.

Answer: Fold the top edge down to meet the edge of the folded corners.

Explanation: According to the numbered steps, step 4 immediately follows step 3.

19. You ______ touch the paintings in the museum; it’s strictly forbidden.

• must
• can
• may not
• must not

Answer: must not

Explanation: ‘Must not’ indicates a prohibition or something that is strictly forbidden, fitting the context.

20. Which suffix can be added to the word ‘govern’ to form a noun meaning the act or process of governing?

• -ing
• -ment
• -er
• -able

Answer: -ment

Explanation: Adding ‘-ment’ to ‘govern’ forms ‘government’, which is a noun referring to the act or system of governing.

1. Mount Rinjani is an active volcano in Indonesia on the island of Lombok. It is the second-highest volcano in Indonesia with an elevation of 3,726 meters (12,224 ft). The caldera is filled partially by a crescent-shaped lake known as Segara Anak. The lake is about 2,000 meters above sea level and is estimated to be about 200 meters deep. The volcano and the lake are protected as part of the Gunung Rinjani National Park.What is the approximate depth of Segara Anak lake?

Answer: The Segara Anak lake is estimated to be about 200 meters deep.

Explanation: The text explicitly states, ‘The lake is about 2,000 meters above sea level and is estimated to be about 200 meters deep.’

2. Transform the following sentence into the passive voice: ‘The students are cleaning the classroom.’

Answer: The classroom is being cleaned by the students.

Explanation: To change an active present continuous sentence to passive voice, use ‘object + is/am/are + being + past participle + by + subject’.

3. Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verb in parentheses: ‘If I had known you were coming, I ______ (prepare) dinner.’

Answer: If I had known you were coming, I would have prepared dinner.

Explanation: This is a Type 3 conditional sentence (past unreal), requiring ‘would have + past participle’ in the main clause.

4. Despite the heavy rain, the children remained *undaunted* and continued to play in the puddles with joyful screams.What does the word ‘undaunted’ imply about the children’s attitude?

Answer: The word ‘undaunted’ implies that the children were not discouraged or intimidated by the heavy rain; they remained courageous and enthusiastic.

Explanation: ‘Undaunted’ means not intimidated or discouraged by difficulty, danger, or disappointment. The context shows they continued to play happily despite the rain.

5. Identify and correct the grammatical error in the following sentence: ‘She don’t like coffee.’

Answer: The error is ‘don’t’. It should be ‘doesn’t’. The correct sentence is ‘She doesn’t like coffee.’

Explanation: For third-person singular subjects (he, she, it), the auxiliary verb ‘do’ in the negative form becomes ‘does not’ or ‘doesn’t’.

1. Describe your favorite place to relax. Include details about what it looks like, sounds like, and why it’s special to you (50-70 words).

Answer: My favorite place to relax is a quiet corner in my local library. It has a comfy armchair by a large window overlooking a small garden. The gentle rustle of leaves and the occasional turning of pages are the only sounds. Sunlight streams in, making the space warm and inviting. It’s special because I can escape into books and find peace away from the busy world, feeling completely at ease.

Explanation: The answer provides a vivid description of a place, engaging multiple senses (looks, sounds), and explains its personal significance, adhering to the word count.

2. Write a short recount paragraph (50-70 words) about an interesting experience you had during a holiday or weekend.

Answer: Last summer, I visited a beautiful waterfall with my friends. The journey there was challenging, involving a long hike through a muddy trail. But when we finally reached it, the sight was breathtaking. Crystal clear water cascaded down huge rocks, creating a refreshing mist. We swam in the natural pool and had a picnic by the falls. It was an adventurous and memorable day that brought us closer.

Explanation: The answer recounts a past experience, using past tense verbs and descriptive language to convey the events and feelings, staying within the specified word limit.

3. Do you agree or disagree with the statement: ‘Technology has made students lazier’? Provide at least two reasons to support your opinion (approx. 60-80 words).

Answer: I disagree that technology has solely made students lazier. While it can be a distraction, technology also provides immense resources for learning. For instance, students can access vast amounts of information instantly for research and use educational apps to enhance understanding. Furthermore, online collaboration tools facilitate group projects, improving efficiency and teamwork. It depends on how students utilize the tools.

Explanation: The answer clearly states an opinion and supports it with two distinct reasons, demonstrating critical thinking and providing a balanced perspective.

4. The Amazon Rainforest is the largest tropical rainforest in the world, covering an area of about 5.5 million square kilometers. It spans across nine countries, with Brazil holding the largest portion. This incredible ecosystem is home to an estimated 10% of the world’s known species, including countless insects, birds, mammals, and plants. It plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth’s climate by absorbing vast amounts of carbon dioxide. However, deforestation for agriculture and logging poses a significant threat to its biodiversity and ecological function.Summarize the main points of the text above in your own words (approx. 40-60 words).

Answer: The Amazon is Earth’s largest tropical rainforest, stretching across nine countries, mainly Brazil. It harbors 10% of global species and is vital for climate regulation by absorbing CO2. Despite its ecological importance, deforestation primarily for agriculture and logging severely threatens its rich biodiversity and environmental role.

Explanation: The summary concisely captures the key information about the Amazon’s size, location, biodiversity, climate role, and the threat it faces, using different phrasing while maintaining accuracy.

5. Elara found herself stranded in the dense forest as night fell. The wind howled, and strange shadows danced around her. Instead of panicking, she remembered her father’s survival lessons. She calmly assessed her surroundings, found a sheltered spot, and began gathering firewood, determined to make it through the night.Based on the excerpt, what character trait best describes Elara, and why? (approx. 40-60 words)

Answer: Elara can be best described as resilient and resourceful. Instead of succumbing to panic when stranded, she remained calm and remembered her training. Her ability to assess the situation and actively gather firewood demonstrates her practical problem-solving skills and determination to survive, highlighting her inner strength.

Explanation: The answer identifies a key character trait (resilient/resourceful) and supports it directly with evidence from the text (remembered lessons, calmly assessed, gathered firewood instead of panicking).

1. Match the English words on the left with their correct Indonesian meanings on the right.

Answer: See pairs below.

Explanation: This question tests vocabulary knowledge by matching English terms to their Indonesian equivalents, a common exercise in language learning.

2. Match the English idioms/phrases on the left with their correct explanations on the right.

Answer: See pairs below.

Explanation: This question assesses understanding of common English idioms and their non-literal meanings, which is important for advanced comprehension.