MATERI TRY OUT TKAD BAHASA INGGRIS SMP
BAGIAN 1: LEVEL TEXTUAL (Mengidentifikasi Informasi Tersurat)
Fokus: Menemukan informasi yang tertulis langsung di dalam teks, memahami struktur teks, dan tujuan penulisan.
A. Notice / Safety Warning (Peringatan)
Pengertian: Teks pendek yang berisi peringatan, larangan, atau imbauan agar pembaca berhati-hati.
Ciri Kebahasaan: Menggunakan kalimat perintah (Imperative sentences), huruf kapital, dan sering disertai gambar/simbol.
Contoh: WARNING: NO SWIMMING ALLOWED. Strong currents.
Fokus Soal: Menentukan lokasi ditemukannya notice, dan tindakan apa yang harus dilakukan pembaca.
B. Advertisement (Iklan Produk)
Pengertian: Teks yang bertujuan membujuk (persuade) pembaca untuk membeli atau menggunakan suatu produk/jasa.
Struktur: Nama produk, gambar, keunggulan (key features), harga, dan promo.
Fokus Soal: Menentukan tujuan iklan, sasaran pembaca (target audience), dan membandingkan dua produk (harga, fitur, keunggulan).
C. Label (Label Makanan/Minuman)
Pengertian: Informasi pada kemasan produk makanan/minuman.
Struktur: Nutrition Facts (Kalori, Lemak, Protein, Gula, Vitamin), Serving Size (Takaran saji), dan Ingredients (Bahan-bahan).
Fokus Soal: Mencocokkan angka gizi dengan kebutuhan konsumen (misal: anak-anak butuh protein, orang dewasa hindari gula), dan membandingkan dua label.
D. Announcement (Pengumuman)
Pengertian: Teks formal/informal untuk menginformasikan suatu acara atau kegiatan.
Struktur: Judul, isi acara (What, When, Where, Who), dan instruksi/ajakan.
Fokus Soal: Menemukan informasi spesifik (tanggal, tempat, syarat mengikuti acara) dan tujuan teks.
BAGIAN 2: LEVEL INFERENSIAL (Menafsirkan Informasi)
Fokus: Memahami informasi yang tersirat (tidak tertulis langsung), menarik kesimpulan, dan melihat hubungan sebab-akibat.
A. Review (Ulasan Film / Produk)
Pengertian: Teks yang berisi penilaian, pendapat, atau evaluasi terhadap sebuah film, buku, atau barang (misal: AirFryer).
Struktur:
Orientation (Gambaran umum / pengenalan produk).
Evaluation (Kelebihan / Pros dan Kekurangan / Cons).
Conclusion (Rekomendasi penulis / Rating).
Fokus Soal: Menentukan sikap penulis (suka/tidak suka), mencari tahu kelebihan dan kekurangan produk, dan menarik kesimpulan (apakah produk cocok untuk pembaca tertentu).
B. Tip (Kesehatan Mental / Digital Wellbeing)
Pengertian: Teks berisi saran atau tips praktis untuk melakukan sesuatu yang lebih baik.
Fokus Soal: Menemukan manfaat dari suatu tips (misal: mematikan notifikasi = mengurangi distraksi).
C. Procedure (Prosedur / Langkah-langkah)
Pengertian: Teks yang menjelaskan cara melakukan sesuatu secara berurutan (misal: cara cek nomor HP).
Struktur: Goal (Tujuan) dan Steps (Langkah-langkah menggunakan kata kerja perintah).
Fokus Soal: Menentukan tujuan teks dan mengurutkan langkah yang benar.
BAGIAN 3: LEVEL REFLEKTIF / APRESIATIF (Evaluasi & Penerapan)
Fokus: Mengevaluasi teks secara kritis, mengambil pelajaran (moral value), dan menerapkannya di kehidupan nyata.
A. Recount Text (Pengalaman Pribadi / Personal Change)
Pengertian: Teks yang menceritakan kembali pengalaman masa lalu (seringkali tentang perubahan diri menjadi lebih baik).
Struktur: Orientation (Tokoh dan latar), Events (Peristiwa yang dialami), Reorientation (Kesimpulan / Pelajaran yang didapat).
Fokus Soal: Menanyakan pelajaran hidup yang didapat penulis dan mengecek pernyataan yang sesuai dengan perjalanan tokoh.
B. Narrative Text (Cerita Rakyat / Fairytale)
Pengertian: Cerita fiksi (dongeng, legenda, fabel) yang bertujuan menghibur dan mengandung pesan moral.
Struktur: Orientation (Pengenalan tokoh), Complication (Masalah), Resolution (Penyelesaian).
Fokus Soal: Menentukan moral value (pesan moral), menebak apa yang akan terjadi jika tokoh melakukan hal berbeda (What if...), dan menganalisis sifat/karakter tokoh.
C. Infographic (Data Visual Kesehatan)
Pengertian: Teks bergambar yang berisi data statistik, fakta menarik, dan tips.
Fokus Soal: Menentukan tujuan pembuatan infografis dan menyimpulkan data (misal: "lebih dari setengah remaja kurang tidur").
STRATEGI MENJAWAB SOAL (TRIK UJIAN)
1. Menghadapi Soal Pilihan Ganda (PG) 4 Opsi
Trik "Baca Soal Dulu": Jangan baca teks dari awal. Baca pertanyaannya dulu, lalu cari kata kuncinya (scanning) di dalam teks.
Trik "Hati-hati Sinonim": Jawaban benar sering menggunakan kata yang berbeda tapi maknanya sama dengan teks. (Teks: stop distracting, Jawaban: reduce distractions).
2. Menghadapi Soal MCMA (Pilihan Ganda Kompleks - Ceklis 2-3 jawaban)
Trik Eliminasi: Baca setiap opsi. Jika ada opsi yang bertentangan dengan teks, langsung buang.
Trik "Kata Ekstrem": Waspadai opsi yang mengandung kata "Only" (hanya), "All" (semua), atau "Never" (tidak pernah). Biasanya opsi ini salah, kecuali di teks benar-benar dinyatakan mutlak.
Trik "Setengah Benar = Salah": Jika satu opsi punya dua klausa, dan salah satu klausanya salah, maka opsi tersebut salah secara keseluruhan.
3. Menghadapi Soal Kategorikal (Tabel True/False atau Produk A/B)
Trik "Fokus pada Baris": Jangan baca semua tabel. Baca pernyataan nomor 1, lalu cari kata kuncinya di teks produk A dan B. Tentukan posisinya, baru lanjut ke pernyataan nomor 2.
Trik "Cek Angka": Untuk label/iklan, pastikan angka yang dibandingkan (harga, kalori) benar-benar sesuai. Jangan tertukar antara produk A dan B.
4. Trik Khusus Menentukan Tujuan Teks (Purpose)
Jika teks berupa Iklan (Advertisement) → Tujuan pasti To persuade / To promote (Membujuk/Mempromosikan).
Jika teks berupa Pengumuman (Announcement) → Tujuan pasti To inform (Menginformasikan).
Jika teks berupa Review → Tujuan pasti To evaluate / To give pros and cons (Mengevaluasi/Memberi kelebihan & kekurangan).
Jika teks berupa Cerita (Narrative) → Tujuan pasti To entertain (Menghibur).
Jika teks berupa Prosedur/Tips → Tujuan pasti To explain how to... / To guide (Menjelaskan cara/ memandu).
CAKUPAN 1: TEXTUAL (14-16 Butir)
Read the notice below to answer questions 1 and 2.
Where is this notice most likely found?
A. A private swimming pool.
B. A calm lake for fishing.
C. A public beach with high waves.
D. A water park for children.What should visitors do after reading the notice?
A. Swim only near the shore.
B. Stay out of the water to stay safe.
C. Ask the lifeguard for a life jacket.
D. Play in the shallow water.
Read the advertisement below to answer questions 3 and 4.
| Product A: EcoTrek Backpack | Product B: CityGo Backpack |
|---|---|
| - Made from 100% recycled plastic bottles - 30L capacity - Waterproof material - Price: $45 - Colors: Green, Black | - Laptop compartment (up to 15") - 20L capacity - Water-resistant material - Price: $60 - Colors: Grey, Blue, Pink |
Both texts are written to ...
A. persuade people to buy eco-friendly bags.
B. compare the prices of local backpacks.
C. explain how to choose a school bag.
D. convince readers to repair old backpacks.Compare both products. Check (✓) under the product. Decide whether each statement is true about the product.
| No | Statements | EcoTrek | CityGo |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | It has a special place for a laptop. | □ | □ |
| 2 | It is designed for outdoor activities. | □ | □ |
| 3 | It is more expensive. | □ | □ |
Read the labels below to answer questions 5 and 6.
| Product A: NutriKids Milk | Product B: VitaBoost Juice |
|---|---|
| Serving size: 1 box (200ml) Calories: 150 Total Fat: 5g Total Carbohydrate: 20g Sugars: 15g Protein: 6g Vitamin D: 20% | Serving size: 1 bottle (250ml) Calories: 80 Total Fat: 0g Total Carbohydrate: 18g Sugars: 18g Protein: 0g Vitamin C: 100% |
Who is most likely to be interested in Product A?
A. People looking for a low-sugar drink.
B. Children who need calcium and protein for growth.
C. Athletes who want to avoid carbohydrates.
D. Adults with high cholesterol problems.Compare the statements from both products. Check (✓) the category that is true about the statement based on the text.
| No | Statement | Product A | Product B |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | It contains no fat. | □ | □ |
| 2 | It has higher calories per serving. | □ | □ |
| 3 | It provides 100% of daily Vitamin C. | □ | □ |
Read the announcement below to answer questions 7 and 8.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Annual School Science Fair
Attention all students! Our school will hold the Annual Science Fair on November 15th, 2026, in the main hall. The theme this year is "Green Technology for a Better Future." Students from grades 7 to 9 are highly encouraged to participate. Groups of two to three students can register their projects at the science lab before November 10th. Prizes will be given to the top three most innovative projects. We look forward to your creative ideas!
What is the main purpose of the text?
A. To inform students about a science competition.
B. To persuade students to buy green technology.
C. To explain the rules of the science laboratory.
D. To describe the building of the main hall.Check (✓) all statements that are true based on the text.
□ The event is only for grade 9 students.
□ The theme is related to the environment.
□ Students must register in groups.
□ The event will be held in November.
CAKUPAN 2: INFERENTIAL (9-11 Butir)
Read the review below to answer questions 9 and 10.
Movie Review: The Wild Robot
By: Sarah Jenkins
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
"The Wild Robot" is a beautifully animated film based on a popular book. The story follows Roz, a shipwrecked robot who finds herself on a remote island. At first, the animals are afraid of her, but Roz slowly learns to adapt to her new environment. She even adopts a baby goose named Brightbill and teaches him how to fly.
The visuals in this movie are stunning. The animation makes the forest look alive and magical. The voice acting is also excellent, especially the actress who voices Roz. She brings a lot of warmth and emotion to a mechanical character.
However, the movie feels a little slow in the middle. Some scenes focus too much on Roz walking around the forest, which might make younger children bored. Still, the ending is very touching and teaches a great lesson about kindness and belonging. If you love heartwarming stories, this is a movie you shouldn't miss.
What is the main idea of the second paragraph?
A. The voice acting brings the robot to life.
B. The movie has a very slow and boring pace.
C. The visual and audio aspects of the movie are impressive.
D. The story teaches a lesson about adopting animals.Check (✓) all statements that are TRUE based on the text.
□ The writer thinks the movie is perfect with no flaws.
□ The movie is adapted from a book.
□ Younger children might find some parts uninteresting.
□ Roz is a robot that does not show any emotions.
Read the review below to answer questions 11 and 12.
Product Review: AirFryer Pro 3000
I bought the AirFryer Pro 3000 last month because I wanted to eat healthier food. Overall, I have mixed feelings about it. First, the good news: it cooks food very fast! I can make crispy french fries in just 15 minutes without using a lot of oil. It is also very easy to clean because the basket is dishwasher-safe. The design is sleek and looks great on my kitchen counter.
However, the machine is quite noisy. When it is running, it sounds like a small airplane in my kitchen. Also, the capacity is smaller than I expected. I cannot cook enough chicken for my whole family at once; I have to cook it in two batches. It is a bit frustrating if you are very hungry.
In conclusion, if you live alone or have a small family, this air fryer is a good choice. But if you have a big family, you might want to buy a bigger size.
What is the writer's intention in writing the text?
A. To explain how to use an air fryer properly.
B. To inform readers about the pros and cons of a product.
C. To persuade readers to buy a large cooking machine.
D. To compare two different brands of air fryers.Decide the pros and cons of the air fryer for customer reviews.
| No | Opinion | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | It is easy to clean. | □ | □ |
| 2 | It produces a lot of noise. | □ | □ |
| 3 | It takes a long time to cook. | □ | □ |
Read the text below to answer question 13.
How to Improve Your Digital Wellbeing
Turn off unnecessary notifications. Go to your phone's settings and disable alerts for apps you don't use often. This will stop your phone from distracting you every few minutes.
Set a screen time limit. Use the built-in "Digital Wellbeing" feature to track how much time you spend on social media. Set a daily limit and stick to it.
Create a "no-phone zone." Choose a place in your home, like the dining table or the bedroom, where phones are not allowed. This helps you connect with your family and sleep better.
Try a digital detox. Pick one day a week to spend a few hours without any screens. Read a book, go for a walk, or do a hobby instead.
Check (✓) all statements that are true based on the text.
□ Disabling notifications can reduce distractions.
□ A no-phone zone is good for family communication.
□ You should use your phone more often to improve wellbeing.
□ Tracking screen time helps you manage phone usage.
CAKUPAN 3: REFLECTIVE/APPRECIATIVE (4-6 Butir)
Read the recount text below to answer questions 14 and 15.
When I was in elementary school, I was extremely shy and afraid to speak in front of the class. I would cry if the teacher asked me to answer a question. My hands would sweat and my heart would beat very fast.
One day, my teacher, Mrs. Rina, asked me to join the school storytelling competition. I refused, but she kept encouraging me. She helped me practice every day after school. She told me, "It's okay to make mistakes. The most important thing is that you try."
Slowly, I started to feel more confident. On the day of the competition, I was still nervous, but I managed to finish my story. I didn't win, but I felt so proud of myself. That experience changed me. Now, I am a student who loves joining debates and presenting in front of the class. I learned that facing your fears is the best way to grow.
What did the writer learn from the experience?
A. Winning a competition is the most important thing.
B. Teachers should not force shy students to compete.
C. Facing fears and trying new things builds confidence.
D. Storytelling is a very difficult subject in school.Check (✓) all statements that are true about the writer.
□ The writer used to be very shy.
□ The writer won the first prize in the competition.
□ Mrs. Rina supported the writer to join the competition.
□ The writer still hates speaking in front of people today.
Read the narrative text below to answer questions 16 and 17.
The Oak and the Reeds
A proud Oak tree stood by the river. He looked down at the Reeds growing near the water. "You are so weak," the Oak said. "The slightest breeze makes you bend. Look at me, I am strong and firm. I can stand against any storm."
The Reeds did not answer. They just bowed their heads and swayed with the wind.
One day, a terrible hurricane came. The wind blew harder and harder. The tall Oak tree stood firm, trying to resist the wind. But the wind was too strong. With a loud crash, the mighty Oak tree was pulled out of the ground. The little Reeds, however, bent low to the ground and let the wind pass over them. When the storm ended, the Reeds stood up safely, but the great Oak lay dead on the ground.
What would happen if the Oak tree bent with the wind like the Reeds?
A. The Oak tree would be even stronger than before.
B. The Oak tree would not be pulled out by the hurricane.
C. The Reeds would be destroyed by the Oak tree.
D. The river would flood the whole forest.Check (✓) all correct answers. What can we learn from the story?
□ We should be proud of our physical strength.
□ Flexibility and adaptability help us survive challenges.
□ We should not underestimate people who seem weak.
□ It is better to fight the wind than to bend.
Read the infographic below to answer question 18.
Why was the infographic published?
A. To advertise a new smartphone app for sleep.
B. To explain the importance of sleep for teens' mental health.
C. To tell students that getting good grades is easy.
D. To persuade teenagers to stay awake and study harder.
BAGIAN 1: TEXTUAL (Menemukan Informasi Tersurat)
Soal 1 & 2 (Notice / Warning)
Kunci Jawaban: 1. C | 2. B
Pembahasan:
Soal 1: Teks peringatan menyebutkan "Strong currents" (arus kuat) dan "sudden drop-offs" (jurang yang tiba-tiba dalam). Ini adalah kondisi berbahaya yang khas di pantai terbuka, bukan di kolam renang pribadi atau danau yang tenang.
Soal 2: Karena tulisan paling besarnya adalah "NO SWIMMING ALLOWED" (Dilarang berenang), maka tindakan yang paling tepat adalah menjauhi air (Stay out of the water).
Trik Mengerjakan:
Trik "Keyword Matching": Jangan baca seluruh teks jika tidak perlu. Cari kata kunci di soal, lalu cocokkan dengan kata kunci di teks. Di soal 1, kata kuncinya adalah "strong currents" yang langsung mengarah ke pantai (beach).
Trik "Imperatif": Pada teks notice, kalimat perintah atau larangan (NO..., DON'T..., MUST...) adalah inti dari jawaban yang dicari.
Soal 3 & 4 (Advertisement)
Kunci Jawaban: 3. A | 4. (1) CityGo, (2) EcoTrek, (3) CityGo
Pembahasan:
Soal 3: Kedua teks adalah iklan (Advertisement). Tujuan utama teks iklan adalah untuk membujuk/mempromosikan produk agar orang membelinya (persuade people to buy).
Soal 4:
(1) Laptop compartment hanya ada di deskripsi CityGo.
(2) Outdoor activities (kegiatan luar ruangan) cocok untuk EcoTrek karena sifatnya Waterproof (tahan air) dan kapasitasnya lebih besar (30L).
(3) Harga CityGo ($60) lebih mahal daripada EcoTrek ($45).
Trik Mengerjakan:
Trik "Tujuan Iklan": Jika soal bertanya "Both texts are written to...", ingatlah bahwa semua teks berbentuk iklan/advertisement hampir selalu bertujuan untuk persuade (membujuk) atau promote (mempromosikan).
Trik "Scanning Tabel": Untuk soal tabel perbandingan, jangan baca teks dari atas ke bawah. Bacalah pernyataan di tabel (misal: "laptop"), lalu scanning (cari dengan mata) kata "laptop" di kedua teks. Langsung temukan siapa yang punya.
Soal 5 & 6 (Label)
Kunci Jawaban: 5. B | 6. (1) VitaBoost, (2) NutriKids, (3) VitaBoost
Pembahasan:
Soal 5: NutriKids Milk memiliki Protein 6g dan Vitamin D 20%. Ini sangat penting untuk pertumbuhan anak-anak. (Minuman B tidak punya protein dan tinggi gula).
Soal 6: (1) No fat (0g) ada di VitaBoost Juice. (2) Kalori lebih tinggi (150 vs 80) ada di NutriKids. (3) Vitamin C 100% ada di VitaBoost.
Trik Mengerjakan:
Trik "Fokus pada Angka": Pada soal label makanan, fokus pada angka dan satuan (g, mg, %). Abaikan kata-kata deskriptif jika tidak ditanya.
Trik "Kategori Ekstrem": Hati-hati dengan kata "No fat", "100%", atau "0g". Cari langsung angka 0 pada label untuk menghemat waktu.
Soal 7 & 8 (Announcement)
Kunci Jawaban: 7. A | 8. (✓) 2, 3, 4 (Tema lingkungan, daftar kelompok, bulan November)
Pembahasan:
Soal 7: Teks tersebut adalah pengumuman tentang diadakannya Annual Science Fair (Pameran Sains Tahunan). Tujuannya adalah memberikan informasi (inform) tentang acara tersebut.
Soal 8: (1) Salah, karena untuk kelas 7-9 (bukan hanya kelas 9). (2) Benar, tema "Green Technology" berkaitan dengan lingkungan. (3) Benar, "Groups of two to three students". (4) Benar, acara diadakan "November 15th".
Trik Mengerjakan:
Trik "Hati-hati Kata 'Only'": Pada soal MCMA (Pilihan Ganda Kompleks), opsi yang mengandung kata pembatas seperti "only" (hanya), "must" (harus), atau "all" (semua) seringkali merupakan jebakan dan biasanya salah, kecuali teks benar-benar menyebutkannya secara mutlak.
BAGIAN 2: INFERENTIAL (Menafsirkan Informasi)
Soal 9 & 10 (Movie Review)
Kunci Jawaban: 9. C | 10. (✓) 2, 3
Pembahasan:
Soal 9: Paragraf kedua membahas tentang "The visuals... are stunning" (visual memukau) dan "The voice acting is also excellent" (akting suara sangat bagus). Jadi, ide pokoknya adalah aspek visual dan audio yang mengesankan.
Soal 10: (1) Salah, penulis bilang ada bagian yang lambat (a little slow). (2) Benar, "based on a popular book". (3) Benar, "might make younger children bored". (4) Salah, aktris pengisi suara membawa "warmth and emotion" ke karakter robot tersebut.
Trik Mengerjakan:
Trik "Main Idea" (Ide Pokok): Ide pokok paragraf biasanya terletak di kalimat pertama atau kalimat terakhir. Baca dua kalimat ini dengan cepat untuk mendapatkan gambaran besarnya.
Trik "Kontradiksi": Jika soal MCMA bertanya mana yang BENAR, carilah pernyataan yang sesuai dengan teks. Singkirkan opsi yang bertentangan (kontradiktif) dengan teks. (Contoh: Teks bilang "slow", opsi bilang "perfect with no flaws" -> langsung buang).
Soal 11 & 12 (Product Review)
Kunci Jawaban: 11. B | 12. (1) Positive, (2) Negative, (3) (Tidak ada di teks/abaiakan)
Pembahasan:
Soal 11: Penulis membahas kelebihan (good news: fast, easy to clean) dan kekurangan (noisy, small capacity). Tujuannya adalah memberikan ulasan (pros and cons).
Soal 12: (1) "Easy to clean" adalah hal positif. (2) "Noisy" adalah hal negatif. (3) "Takes a long time to cook" TIDAK SESUAI dengan teks. Teks justru mengatakan "cooks food very fast". Jadi, pernyataan nomor 3 adalah jebakan dan tidak perlu dicentang.
Trik Mengerjakan:
Trik "Positif/Negatif": Untuk review produk, cari kata sifat (adjective). Kata seperti easy, fast, sleek = Positif. Kata seperti noisy, small, frustrating = Negatif.
Trik "Jebakan Kontradiktif": Selalu cek kembali apakah pernyataan di tabel bertentangan dengan teks. Jika bertentangan, jangan diisi/dicentang.
Soal 13 (Tip / Digital Wellbeing)
Kunci Jawaban: (✓) 1, 2, 4
Pembahasan:
(1) Benar, "disable alerts... stop distracting you".
(2) Benar, "connect with your family".
(3) Salah, karena teks justru menyarankan untuk mengurangi penggunaan ponsel (digital detox), bukan menambah.
(4) Benar, "Track how much time... Set a daily limit".
Trik Mengerjakan:
Trik "Sinonim" (Persamaan Kata): Soal sering menggunakan kata yang berbeda namun maknanya sama. Di teks tertulis "stop distracting you", di opsi tertulis "reduce distractions". Latih kemampuan mencari sinonim.
BAGIAN 3: REFLECTIVE / APPRECIATIVE (Evaluasi & Penerapan)
Soal 14 & 15 (Recount Text)
Kunci Jawaban: 14. C | 15. (✓) 1, 3
Pembahasan:
Soal 14: Di akhir teks tertulis "I learned that facing your fears is the best way to grow." (Menghadapi ketakutan adalah cara terbaik untuk berkembang).
Soal 15: (1) Benar, "I was extremely shy". (2) Salah, "I didn't win". (3) Benar, Mrs. Rina "kept encouraging me". (4) Salah, sekarang penulis "loves joining debates".
Trik Mengerjakan:
Trik "Akhir Cerita": Pada teks Recount (pengalaman pribadi), pelajaran/moral biasanya selalu berada di kalimat paling akhir. Fokus ke kalimat terakhir untuk menjawab soal "What did the writer learn?".
Trik "Pengecekan Silang": Untuk soal MCMA tentang penulis, cek satu per satu. Jika menemukan 1 kata yang salah (misal: teks bilang "didn't win", opsi bilang "won first prize"), langsung anggap opsi itu salah.
Soal 16 & 17 (Narrative Text - Fairytale)
Kunci Jawaban: 16. B | 17. (✓) 2, 3
Pembahasan:
Soal 16: Jika pohon Ek mau membungkuk seperti alang-alang (Reeds), ia tidak akan tercabut oleh badai. (Teks: The Oak stood firm... pulled out of the ground. The Reeds bent low... stood up safely).
Soal 17: (1) Salah, kesombongan pohon Ek justru menghancurkannya. (2) Benar, kelenturan (flexibility) membantu bertahan hidup. (3) Benar, jangan meremehkan yang terlihat lemah (alang-alang). (4) Salah, melawan angin (seperti Ek) justru membuatnya tumbang.
Trik Mengerjakan:
Trik "What if" (Bagaimana jika): Untuk soal penalaran naratif, baca konsekuensi dari sifat tokoh. Ek sombong & kaku = mati. Alang-alang lentur = selamat. Jadi, jika Ek lentur, ia akan selamat (B).
Trik "Moral Value": Moral cerita (fabel) hampir selalu tentang kebalikan dari kelemahan tokoh yang gagal. Karena Ek gagal karena kaku/sombong, moralnya adalah tentang kelenturan/kerendahan hati.
Soal 18 (Infographic)
Kunci Jawaban: 18. B
Pembahasan:
Infografis berjudul "Teen Mental Health: The Power of Sleep" dan berisi data tentang kurang tidur yang menyebabkan kecemasan (anxiety) dan stres. Tujuannya jelas untuk menjelaskan pentingnya tidur bagi kesehatan mental remaja.
Trik Mengerjakan:
Trik "Judul adalah Raja": Pada teks visual seperti infografis, judul besar adalah kunci utama. Jangan membaca seluruh detail data (persentase, dll) jika soal hanya menanyakan tujuan (purpose) dari teks tersebut. Cukup baca judul dan sub-judulnya saja.