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Soal Try Out Bahasa Inggris Kelas 12 Semester 1 2025

How Rainbows Form

A rainbow appears after rain when sunlight shines through water droplets in the air.

The water droplets act like tiny prisms that bend and reflect the light. This process separates white sunlight into different colors such as red, blue, and violet, creating a curved arc in the sky.

Therefore, a rainbow is the result of light refraction and reflection inside raindrops.

 

  1. What is the text mainly explaining?
    a. Why clouds move
    b. How a rainbow forms
    c. Why the sky is blue
    d. How wind is created
    e. How storms occur

  2. What acts like tiny prisms in the process?
    a. Trees
    b. Sunlight
    c. Water droplets
    d. Clouds
    e. Rocks

  1. Which phenomenon causes unlight to separate into colors?
    a. Evaporation
    b. Condensation
    c. Reflection and refraction
    d. Freezing
    e. Absorption

  1. Which sentence functions as the general statement?
    a. “A rainbow appears after rain when sunlight shines through water droplets.”
    b. “The water droplets act like prisms.”
    c. “This process separates sunlight.”
    d. “A rainbow is the result of refraction.”
    e. “Rainbows form colorful arcs.”

  2. What might happen if there were no sunlight after rain?
    a. Rainbows would appear more often
    b. Rainbows would still form at night
    c. No rainbow would appear
    d. Rainbows would appear inside houses
    e. Colors would become brighter

Movie Review: “The Brave Heart”

“The Brave Heart” is a historical action film released in 2023.

The movie delivers strong performances, especially from its lead actor, and features impressive battle scenes.

The story follows a young warrior who fights to protect his village, showing bravery and sacrifice throughout his journey.

Overall, “The Brave Heart” is a powerful and emotional film worth watching for fans of action and history.

 

  1. What type of text is this?
    a. Report
    b. Recount
    c. Review
    d. Explanation
    e. Procedure

  2. What is the fim mainly about?
    a. A comedian traveling the world
    b. A warrior protecting his village
    c. A teacher solving problems
    d. A scientist discovering a cure
    e. A boy searching for treasure

  3. Which part evaluates the movie’s quality?
    a. Orientation
    b. Evaluation
    c. Recount
    d. Conclusion
    e. Twist

  4. The evaluative summation mainly expresses…
    a. The plot of the movie
    b. The characters’ dialogue
    c. The writer’s final judgment
    d. The actors’ full biography
    e. The director’s background

  5. Based on the review,who would most likely enjoy the movie?
    a. Fans of cooking
    b. Fans of horror movies
    c. Fans of action and historical films
    d. Fans of romantic comedy
    e. Fans of silent movies

The Hidden Garden


Mila moved to a new house beside an old forest.

One afternoon, she discovered a small wooden door hidden behind thick vines. Curious, she opened it and found a magical garden filled with glowing flowers—but suddenly the door closed and locked behind her.

Mila searched the garden and eventually found a golden key inside a giant tulip, which unlocked the door.

She returned home safely, promising not to explore alone again.

  1. Where did Mila find the door?
    a. Inside her house
    b. Behind thick vines
    c. On a bridge
    d. Under the bed
    e. In the basement

  2. What locked Mila inside the garden?
    a. A guard
    b. A magical creature
    c. The wooden door
    d. A giant flower
    e. Her own mistake

  3. Which part tells the problem Mila faces?
    a. Orientation
    b. Complication
    c. Resolution
    d. Re-orientation
    e. Description

  4. Why didMila eventually escape?
    a. She climbed the wall
    b. She found the golden key
    c. Someone helped her
    d. She broke the door
    e. She decided to stay

  5. What lesson can readers learn from the story?
    a. Old houses are dangerous
    b. Always keep doors locked
    c. Exploring alone can be risky
    d. Magical gardens are real
    e. Vines hide important things

Should Students Use Smartphones at School?

Many schools debate whether students should be allowed to use smartphones during school hours

Those who agree say smartphones help students access learning materials, online dictionaries, and educational apps instantly.

However, others argue that smartphones distract students, reduce face-to-face interaction, and make cheating easier.

In conclusion, schools may allow smartphones but must apply strict rules to ensure they are used responsibly.

  1. What is the main issue discussed in the text?
    a. How to buy smartphones
    b. Whether students should bring books
    c. Whether smartphones should be allowed at school
    d. The history of smartphones
    e. How phones affect teachers

  2. Accordng to the text, which is a benefit of smartphone use at school?
    a. Reducing communication
    b. Helping cheating
    c. Accessing learning materials
    d. Distracting students
    e. Making classes noisy

  3. Which argument belongs to the “arguments-against” part?
    a. Smartphones support research
    b. Smartphones are fun
    c. Smartphones cause distraction
    d. Smartphones help find dictionaries
    e. Smartphones make studying easier

  4. Why is a conclusion needed in a discussion text?
    a. To describe characters
    b. To retell a story
    c. To give a balanced recommendation
    d. To define difficult words
    e. To present a twist

  5. Based on the text, how could schools minimize smartphone misuse?
    a. By banning teachers from using them
    b. By asking students to bring more books
    c. By applying strict and clear rules
    d. By giving students unlimited phone time
    e. By allowing phones during exams

Materi Bahasa Inggris Kelas 12 Semester 1 (Ringkasan)

 
Narrative
 
Purpose:
To entertain the reader with a story that deals with complications or problematic events that lead to a crisis, and in turn finds a resolution
 
Text Organization:
1. Orientation
2. Complication
3. Resolution
4. Re-orientation (optional)

Discussion
 
Purpose
To present arguments/opinions/information from different viewpoints
 
Text Organization
1. Issue
2. Arguments-for
3. Arguments-against
4. Conclusion or recommendation
 
Explanation
 
Purpose
To explain the processes involved in the formation or the working of natural, social, scientific, and cultural phenomena.
 
Text Organization
1. General Statement:
2. Explanation
3. Conclusion.
 
Review
 
Purpose:
to critique or evaluate an artwork or event for a public audience
 
Generic Structure:
1. Orientation
2. Evaluation
3. Interpretative Recount
4. Evaluative Summation