TRYOUT 1
Text for no 1-5
EXAM INFORMATION AND
PROCEDURE
The following section provides useful
information concerning exam formats, procedures and student responsibilities
before, during and after the examinations.
Please note this information is further
supported by Northumbria University Assessment Regulations, Policies and
Procedures
During the exam
- Listen to all instructions and
announcements by invigilators and follow instructions carefully as they
will contain important information regarding both the detail of the
examination and the expected responsibilities of students until they have
left the venue.
- Do not communicate with any
other candidate during the examination. Students should note that this is
not restricted to verbal communications and includes any attempt to copy
from another student’s work or allow their work to be copied from them.
- Unauthorised communication
between students will be dealt with in accordance with the academic
misconduct procedure
- Do not access any device or
material that is not permitted in the exam.
- Unauthorised access to any devices or material that are
not permitted will result in evidence being confiscated and dealt with in
accordance with the academic misconduct procedure.
At the end of the exam
- A coordinating invigilator will
announce to the room when the exam has twenty minutes remaining, five
minutes remaining and when the examination is ended. Students should note
these announcements to ensure they are prepared and all documents that
need to be submitted are filled in appropriately.
- Students are under examination
conditions and should remain in silence when the examination is ended
listening to all closing instructions made by the invigilators.
- After the closing announcement
invigilators will collect all required examinations materials.
- No communication, verbal or
otherwise is permitted during this period.
- Any unauthorised communication
between students before permission has been given to leave the examination
venue may be dealt with in accordance with the academic misconduct
procedure
- Students will be specifically instructed when they have
permission to leave the venue and are no longer under exam conditions.
1.
The text above tells you about . . .
A.What student should
keep in mind during the exam.
B. What student should
keep in mind after the exam.
C. What student should keep in mind both during and after the exam.
D. What university do
during the exam.
E. What university do
after the exam.
2.
What happen if you using your smartphone during the exam?
A. You will told to
leave the venue.
B. You need to submit
your answer.
C. Prohibited to talk
with other student.
D. Your phone will be confiscated.
E. Nothing will happen.
3.
Which of the following actions are NOT allowed during the exam? (3
Correct Answers)
a. Talking to another candidate.
b. Using materials that are not permitted.
c. Asking the
invigilator about unclear instructions.
d. Copying another student’s work.
e. leave the class after
being given special instructions by invigilator.
4.
The word unauthorised in the “Any unauthorised
communication will be dealt with according to the rules” is closest in
meaning to…
a. allowed
b. permitted
c. forbidden
d. official
e. defend
5.
The word carefully in sentence “The procedure must be
followed carefully” is opposite in meaning to…
a. carelessly
b. cautiously
c. exactly
d. properly
e. correctly
Text for no 6-10
Here is my unforgettable experience. One day I
joined a story telling contest. Two of my friends and I had been chosen to take
a part in the final round at the district level. I was very happy and eager to
win the competition.
For preparation, I had to memorize and
understand the story well. My teacher guided and taught me pronunciation,
facial expression and gestures. One day, before performing, my friends and I
were busy to prepare the props and costumes for the competition. Thing that
made me sad was my teacher rented the props and costumes for my friends but not
for me.
My two friends had beautiful costumes and
luxurious props. Although I just wore the simple ones, I performed my best to
win the competition. The competition started. I got number 29 and my friends
got number 5 and 10. I was nervous but I showed my best performance on stage.
Lots of people took photos and videos of me.
Finally, anxiety was gone after I had finished
performing. And then, the announcement came which made three of us very uneasy.
Luckily I was chosen as the first winner. I went to the stage and all the
judges congratulated me and gave a plaque, trophy, and money. I was very happy.
6.
What
is the writer’s intention to write the text?
A. To tell his achievement
B. To win the
competition.
C. To describe his
feeling to the teacher.
D. To show his
disappointment to teacher.
E. To tell his
expectation to be the winner.
7.
From
the text it can be concluded that . . .
A. Practice makes performance go well.
B. Being nervous helps
perform well on the stage.
C. Wearing simple
clothes can help win the competition.
D. It is necessary to
wear beautiful costumes for the competition.
E. Beautiful costumes
and luxurious props are the requirements for the competition.
8.
The word anxiety in the sentence “Finally, anxiety was
gone after I had finished performing” is closest in meaning to…
A. Nervousness
B. Happiness
C. Confidence
D. Bravery
E. Calmness
9.
Multiple Choice – 3 Correct Answers
Which of the following
facts are true according to the text?
A. The writer’s teacher
rented costumes for all three contestants.
B. The writer performed after both of her friends.
C. The writer felt nervous before performing.
D. The writer wore simple props and costumes.
E. The writer got the
second place in the competition.
10.
Matching Question – Match the item with its correct detail
from the text:
Text for no 11-15
Losari Beach
Losari
beach is a beautiful beach and located on the edge city of Makassar. It is
located only about 3 km from the center of Makassar (Karebosi Park). The beach
used to be the longest café in Asia, because many cafes stand in along the
beach, but now the cafes are collected in a special place so it does not spread
along the coast.
Charm
of the beach is mainly seen in the evening when the sunset stands out. This is
a major attraction of people’s coming to the Losari beach.
Every
evening hundreds of people come to witness the panorama of red as the sun will
disappear into the ocean, so do not miss the sunset at the Losari beach. If the
sky is sunny, the scenery is absolutely perfect. Because of its location in a
bay, the water of Losari is even often quiet as usual pool water.
Losari
is its waterfront of Makassar. The lengthy of the beach is approximately one
kilometer and it is a public space that can be accessed by anyone. On this
beach there is a park called the Pelataran Bahari (Marine Park), with
semicircular area of nearly one hectare.
This
place is a plaza with a clean floor for children to play and running around,
while parents and teens sit on concrete benches to enjoy the sea breezE. From
this place, you are also free to view out to the sea and watch the sunset
slowly turns reddish in the line of the horizon. The reflected light also
creates sheen on the surface of sea water.
The
Pelataran Bahari also serves as the stadium of open water to watch the coastal
waters in front of Losari beach. This coastal water is often used as a
racecourse jet ski, boat races and traditional boat jolloro katinting, or
become a transit point of rely of Sandeq traditional sailboats and yachts.
In
Losari there are also a few hotels. Some of them qualified as a tree stars
hotel. The hotel is offering panoramic beauty of the sea with luxury service
treats. There are Losari Beach Hotel, Losari Beach Inn, Makassar Golden Hotel,
and Pantai Gapura Hotel. All of the hotels located in Jalan Penghibur.
11.
What is the main idea of the
text?
A. Losari beach is a
awful place.
B. Losari beach is a good place to
visit.
C. No body visit Losari beach.
D. Many visitor on Pantai Gapura Hotel.
E. No one stay at Losari Beach Inn.
12.
How many hotels does the writer mention?
A. Six hotels.
B. Five hotels.
C. Four hotels.
D. Three hotels.
E. Two hotels.
13.
The word panoramic in the sentence “The hotel is
offering panoramic beauty of the sea with luxury service treats” is closest
in meaning to…
A. Narrow
B. Wide-ranging
C. Ordinary
D. Limited
E. Boring
14. Which of the following
activities can visitors enjoy at or near Losari Beach according to the text? Complex
Multiple Choice – 3 Correct Answers
A. Watching the sunset over the ocean.
B. Participating in traditional boat races.
C. Walking in a café area along the entire coast.
D. Playing in the Marine Park.
E. Swimming in high waves.
15.
Matching Question – Match the place or facility with its
description:
Text for no 16-17
Text 1
The
ancient Egyptian civilization is one of the oldest and most fascinating in
world history. Spanning over 3,000 years, this civilization left behind a rich
legacy of art, architecture, and religious beliefs. The ancient Egyptians were
renowned for their impressive pyramids, which served as tombs for the pharaohs
and their families. These massive structures were built with great precision
and skill, and many still stand today as testaments to the ingenuity and
dedication of their builders.
The
ancient Egyptians also developed a complex system of hieroglyphics, which was
used to record important events, religious ceremonies, and daily life. This
writing system consisted of pictorial symbols that represented words or sounds,
and it was used extensively throughout the civilization’s history. The Rosetta
Stone, discovered in 1799, was crucial in deciphering hieroglyphics and
unlocking the secrets of ancient Egyptian culture.
Religion
played a central role in ancient Egyptian society, with a pantheon of gods and
goddesses who were believed to control various aspects of life and the
afterlife. The god Ra, who represented the sun, was one of the most important
deities, and the pharaohs were seen as his earthly representatives. The ancient
Egyptians also believed in the afterlife and practiced elaborate funeral rites
and mummification to ensure the well-being of the deceased in the next world.
Text 2
The
Mayan civilization flourished in Central America from approximately 2000 BCE to
1500 CE. Known for their advanced mathematical and astronomical knowledge, the
Mayans developed a sophisticated calendar system that was incredibly accurate.
They also constructed impressive cities with grand pyramids, palaces, and
plazas, such as Tikal and Chichen Itza.
The
Mayans were skilled farmers and developed a complex system of agriculture that
allowed them to support large populations. They grew crops such as maize,
beans, and squash, and used advanced techniques like terracing and irrigation
to maximize their yields. The Mayans also engaged in long-distance trade,
exchanging goods such as jade, obsidian, and cacao with other Mesoamerican
civilizations.
Like
the ancient Egyptians, the Mayans had a complex religious system with numerous
gods and goddesses. They believed in the importance of blood sacrifice and
would often perform elaborate ceremonies involving human sacrifices to appease
their deities. The Mayans also developed a sophisticated writing system using
glyphs, which allowed them to record their history, mythology, and astronomical
observations.
16. Which of the following
is NOT a shared characteristic of the ancient Egyptian and Mayan civilizations?
A. A. Advanced agricultural techniques.
B. B. The practice of mummification.
C. C. Constructing magnificent pyramids.
D. D. The existence of a polytheistic religion.
E. E. Developing a sophisticated calendar system.
17. According to both texts,
how did the ancient Egyptians and the Mayans ensure the recording and
transmission of their cultural and historical knowledge?
A. A. Through mural paintings depicting significant events.
B. B. By crafting intricate carvings on stone monuments.
C. C. Via a system of glyphs or hieroglyphs.
D. D. Using rolled paper manuscripts known as codices.
E. E. Through oral traditions and song cycles.
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