SOAL LATIHAN PTS GANJIL KELAS XII (News Item, Job Application Letter, Direct-Indirect Speech)

News Item Text.

Half of all heart patients make medication errors

(Reuters Health) - Half of all heart patients made at least one medication-related mistake after leaving the hospital, and guidance from a pharmacist didn't seem to reduce those errors, in a new study.

Consequences of mistakes - such as forgetting to take certain drugs or taking the wrong dose - can range from side effects like constipation to more serious drops in blood pressure. Two percent of errors were life-threatening.

Hospitals involved in the study were already taking steps to prevent medication mistakes in addition to the extra pharmacist intervention, said Dr. Sunil Kripalani, the study's lead author from the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

"We were surprised to see that in spite of these efforts that 50 percent (of patients) were still having these medication errors," he told Reuters Health.

Although the pharmacist visits didn't help the average patient, he added, certain ones seemed to benefit - such as patients who were on multiple drugs or had trouble understanding health information.

As for traditionally lower-risk patients, he said other strategies to prevent errors may be needed.

1.               What does the text tell us about?

A.    The patient’s medication errors

B.     The hospital’s medical treatments

C.     The doctor’s medical treatment

D.    The uncontrolled medical treatment

E.     The pharmacist’s medication mistakes

2.      What is the effect of medication errors?

A.       Bleeding on heart

B.        Health information

C.        Problem in healing

D.       Life—long time

E.        Life –threatening

3.      “… and guidance from a pharmacist didn't seem to reduce those errors ….” (part 1)
The underlined word is closest in meaning to …

A.    Improve

B.     Upgrade

C.     Decrease

D.    Degrade

E.     Increase

Indonesia wins 2-0, but falls short of qualifying

Rizal Harahap

THE JAKARTA POST/PEKANBARU

Indonesia put in an impressive performance in their 2-0 defeat of Singapore, but still failed to qualify for next year's AFC U-22 soccer championship after finishing a third place at the end of Group E matches in Pekanbaru, Riau on Sunday.

The two goals for the home side, which welcomed Coach Aji Santoso back the sidelines from a four matches suspension, both came in the second half from Agung Supriyanto.

He scored his first goal from the penalty box before finding his second several minutes later. He beat a defender with a swift maneuver from the right flank and had the goalkeeper gasping as his thunderous goal blasted into the far post.

The young Indonesians collected 9 points, or just one point behind runner-up Australia, out of a six strong field of competitors. Japan topped the standing with a perfect collection 20-2 goal margin.

Singapore came in fourth with 7 points followed by Timor Leste with 3 points and Macau with no points.

In earlier matches in the day, favorite Japan continued their dominant form with a 5-0 drubbing of another tournament favorite Australia, while Timor Leste chalked up their first victory, a 4-1 over last-placed Macau.

4.      Why did Indonesia fail to qualify for next year's AAFC U-22?

A.    They defeated Singapore.

B.     They got disqualified.

C.     They finished in the third place.

D.    They did not have the chance.

E.     They showed impressive performance.

5.      How did Agung Supriyanto get his second goal?

A.    He let the goalkeeper keep the ball.

B.     He beat a goalkeeper with a maneuver.

C.     He welcomed Coach Aji Santoso back.

D.    He kicked the ball from the penalty box.

E.     He beat a defender with a swift maneuver.

6.      What is the main idea of paragraph 1?

A.    Indonesia failed to qualify next year's AFC U-22 despite their winning over Singapore.

B.     Indonesia and Singapore participated in the AFC U-22 in Pekanbaru, Riau.

C.     Indonesia's impressive performance has trounced Singapore by 2-0.

D.    Indonesia did not perform well but could defeat Singapore by 2-0.

E.     Indonesia could defeat Singapore by 2-0.

BAGHDAD (Reuters) – Six U.S. soldiers were killed by a blast north of Baghdad on Monday, the U.S. military said on Tuesday, in one of the single deadliest ground attacks against American forces in Iraq in months.

Three other soldiers were wounded after an explosion went off near their vehicles in the province of Salahaddin, the military said in a statement, without giving details. Salahaddin is a Sunni Arab insurgent stronghold.

More than 3,170 U.S. soldiers have died in Iraq since the U.S.-led invasion in March 2003.
Iraqi and U.S. forces are in the third week of a security crackdown in Baghdad aimed at stemming sectarian violence. U.S. military commanders have expressed concerns that insurgents could step up attacks outside Baghdad.

7.      The text talks about …

A.    six U.S. soldiers killed by a blast

B.     attacking against American

C.     a blast north of Baghdad

D.    a Sunni Arab insurgent

E.     the U.S. military

8.      Which of the following statements is NOT mentioned in the text?

A.    Insurgents could increase attacks outside Baghdad.

B.     Three soldiers were wounded after an explosion went off.

C.     The U.S invasion has caused more than 3,170 of its soldiers died.

D.    Six, US, soldiers died due to a blast north of Baghdad on Monday

E.     Iraqi and U.S. forces are in the second week of a security crackdown in Baghdad.

9.      Iraqi and U.S. forces are in the third week of a security crackdown in Baghdad aimed at stemming sectarian violence. (Paragraph3). The underlined word means….
A. line
B. guard
C. attack
D. clean-up
E. protection

An Alliance Could Answer The Growing Threat from

Google and Facebook

By Evelyn M.RuIsi and Nick Bilton

Apple, which has stumbled in its efforts to get into social media, has talked with Twitter in recent months about making a strategic investment in it, according to people briefed on the matter.

Although apple has been hugely successful in selling phones and tablets, it has little traction in social networking, which has become a major engine of activity on the Web and on mobile devices. Social media are increasingly influencing the ways people spend their time and money — important consideration for Apple, which also sells application, games, music and movies.

Apple has considered an investment in the hundreds of millions of dollars, one that could value Twitter at more than $10 billion, up from an $8.4 billion valuation last year, these people said. They declined to be identified because the discussions were private.

There is no guarantee that the two companies, which are not in negotiations at the moment, will come to an agreement. But the earlier talks are a sign that they may form a stronger partnership amid intensifying competition from companies like Google and Facebook.

Apple has not made many friends in social media. Its relationship with Facebook, for example, has been strained since a deal to build Facebook featured into Ping, Apple's music-centric social network, fell apart. Facebook is also aligned with Microsoft, which owns a small stake in it. And Google, an Apple rival in the phone market, has been pushing its own social network, Google Plus.

10.  What is the news about?

A.    Social networking.

B.     Apple's new products.

C.     Twitter strategic investment.

D.    Twitters success in social media.

E.     Apple's plan to cooperate with Twitter.

11.  According to the news, Apple has not been very successful in ....

A.    selling phones

B.     strategic investment

C.     cooperating with Twitter

D.    getting into social media

E.     selling game applications

12.  "But the earlier talks are sign that they may form a stronger partnership".
The underlined word means ....

A.    Collusion

B.     Competition

C.     Agreement

D.    Negotiation

E.     Collaboration

July 22, 2016

Personal Director

PT Citra Anggara

Batam

Dear Sir / Madam: 

I read the Kabari Post dated March 19, which stated that your company needs a finance manager. I graduated from a reputable university in Jakarta and was awarded a bachelor's degree by the Economics Faculty. I believe that my educational background is suitable for the position.

I am hard-working and will always be responsible for my job. Since l graduated from university, I have had many work experiences, from general staff to finance manager. Recently, I have worked for three years as a finance manager in a construction company in Jakarta. However, I have to move here due to my marriage.

I have enclosed my curriculum vitae and l would welcome an interview with you. l'm ready to be interviewed anytime. Thank you for your consideration.

Your sincerely,

Salma Nada

13.  How did Salma know about the job vacancy? 

A.    By browsing the Internet. 

B.     Someone told her about it

C.     By reading a magazine. 

D.    By reading a newspaper

E.     By visiting a job fair

14.  Why does Salma move to Batam? 

A.    She intends to have more experiences. 

B.     She follows her husband. 

C.     She follows her parents. 

D.    She intends to have a higher position. 

E.     She intends to work in a big company.

Job Application Letter

                                                                                                      99 Shopping Precinct

                                                                                                      New Castle

                                                                                                      Lawson.evan@email.com

                                                                                                      May 20,  2015

Jon Snow

HR Manager of Eagle Airways

795 Burke Rd.

New Castle

Dear Mr.  Snow, 

I am writing this application for the senior customer service agent position as advertised on the official website of Eagle Airways.  As required, I am attaching my resume and copy of highest educational certificate. 

The vacancy announced on the website is very exciting, and I am sure four years experience in customer service with X airways will be of advantage. The strengths that l have for filling this position are: 

1. I have successfully served customers on domestic and international flights,

2. I speak English fluently, 

3. I maintain and develop my expertise, 

4. l provide exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers. 

Possessing a diploma in communications at Queen's University, I have excellent skills in dealing with people from different backgrounds. I also have experience in using new technology devices. 

Please refer to my resume for further information on my abilities. I can be contracted anytime via e-mail at Lawson evan@email.com or my cell phone, +61 87638 927492. 

Sincerely,

Evan Lawson

15.  Where is the vacancy advertised? 

A.    Newspaper is the vacancy advertised

B.     Magazine

C.     Website

D.    Twitter

E.     News

16.  Where did the applicant graduate? 

A.    Oxford

B.     Queen's

C.     Stanford

D.    Cambridge

E.     Massachusetts

17.  What company did the applicant work for before? 

A.    Lufthansa

B.     X Airways

C.     Qatar Airways

D.    Etihad Airways

E.     Qantas Airways

Guruh Hartajaya

Jl.  Sudirman No.71

Medan

E-mail:  gh_jaya_ 99@yahoo.com

Mobile phone no:  087123432178909

December 27,  2015

Mr. Julian Pasha:

Personel Manager

PT Lentera Abadi,  a Printing House

Jl.  Jembatan Merah 29, PO Box 444

Medan

Dear Mr.  Julian Pasha: 

Application for the Digital Printing Machine Operator

I am writing to apply for the post of Digital Printing Machine operator, which was advertised on the Berita Kitanewspaper on December 26,  2015. 

My working experience at Global panca media improved my skill in operating a digital printing machine, communication skills and ability to work in a team. I'm a fast learner, creative and have a good conduct. Besides, l can adapt to new environment very quickly and work under pressure. In addition, I was chosen best Employee of the year 2014. 

Working for PT Lantern Abadi as a multinational company appeals to me Because It has a good reputation and it provides excellent training. Your organization produces high- quality products and l can contribute to this with my skills.

I am available for interview at any time. I can be contracted on the mobile phone number given above. I look forward to meeting you.

Sincerely

Guruh Hartajaya

Encl: Resume

18.  What job is vacant?

A.    Digital printing machine supervisor

B.     Digital printing machine mechanic.

C.     Digital printing machine operator.

D.    Telemarketing officer.

E.     Marketing officer

19.  The following statements are true, EXCEPT…

A.    Guruh Hartajaya worked in Gobal Panca Mcdia

B.     The job was advertised in Berita Nusantara Newspaper

C.     Guruh Hartajaya has very good communication skills

D.    Mr. Julian Pasha is the Personnel Manager

E.     Guruh Hartajaya can work under pressure

20.  What was Guruh Hartajaya best achievement?

A.    He is familiar with a printing machine

B.     He can be contracted at any time

C.     He was chosen Best Employee of the Year 2014

D.    He is a fast learner, creative and has good conduct

E.     He will dedicate his skills to the development of PT Lantern Abadi

Alam Denian

Jl.  Sisingamangaraja no.  95

Denpasar 08787886289334

December 12, 2015

Personnel Manager

PT Damai Sejahtera

Jl.  Pattimura no.8

Surabaya

Dear Sir/Madam:

I would like to (21) ______  whether you have any vacancies in your company. I enclose my resume for your information. I graduated from SMK Pemuda Bangsa in 2013 majoring in Marketing. I have work experience in the (22) ______  and industrial sector which has developed my skills and ability to work in many different environments. I believe that my skills and knowledge will (23 )______  your team. I can operate a computer and have a charming personality. 

I would be grateful if you would keep my resume on file for any future possibilities.

Yours faithfully,

Alam Denian

21.  …

A.    Open

B.     Enact

C.     Enquire

D.    Provide

E.     Render

22.  …

A.    Retail

B.     Workplace

C.     Expertise

D.    Requirement

E.     document

23.  …

A.    Support

B.     Supports

C.     Supported

D.    Supporting

E.     Supporter

Direct Speech 

24.  “Did they eat out together yesterday?”

A.    He asked me if they had eaten out together the day before

B.     He asked me if they had eaten out together yesterday.

C.     He asked me if they has eaten out together the day before.

25.  “Don’t turn off the light now.”

A.    He told me didn’t turn off the light at that time.

B.     He told me not to turn off the light at that time.

C.     He told me don’t turn off the light at that time.

26.  “What’s your passion?”

A.    She wanted to know what is my passion.

B.     She wanted to know what my passion was.

C.     She wanted to know what was my passion.

27.  “I begin to understand the concept of biodiversity.”

A.    He said that he began to understand the concept of Biodiversity.

B.     He wanted to know if he began to understand the concept of Biodiversity.

C.     He asked me that he began to understand the concept of Biodiversity.

28.   “Can I borrow your pencil for a moment?”

A.    She asked me whether she can borrow my pencil for a moment.

B.     She asked me whether she could borrow my pencil for a moment.

C.     She asked me if she can borrow my pencil for a moment

29.     "Why are you staring at my feet?"

A.    He asked her why was she staring at his feet

B.     He asked her why she is staring at his feet

C.     He asked her why she was staring at his feet

30.     He said, “the sun rises in the east and sets in the west

A.    He asked  if the sun rises in the east and sets in the west

B.     He said that the sun rose in the east and set in the west

C.     He said that the sun rises in the east and sets in the west