Impian besar para siswa adalah mampu mengukir prestasi, salah satunya adalah lewat olimpiade. Ada beberapa mata pelajaran yang dipertandingkan, termasuk Bahasa Inggris.
Kalau kamu tertarik untuk ikut olimpiade Bahasa Inggris SMP, pastinya banyak persiapan yang harus dilakukan. Selain belajar teori, kamu juga harus mengerjakan latihan soal.
Lantas, IDN Times punya beberapa contoh soal olimpiade Bahasa Inggris SMP untukmu, nih. Yuk, kerjakan sama-sama!
1. The expression "Do you get my point?" is the expression of…
A. Checking for understanding.
B. Asking question.
C. Giving permission.
D. Asking for attention.
Jawaban: A.
2. The most possible expression to show understanding to substitute "Yes, I understand, Sir" is...
A. Pardon.
B. I see.
C. Excuse me? What was that again?
D. Mmm...can you repeat that?
Jawaban : B
3. “Wow your bedroom is very tidy, comfortable and large. What is the closest meaning of the underlined word?
A. Shady.
B. Clean.
C. Nice.
D. Neat.
Jawaban : D.
4. What is Lisa’s bedroom like?
A. It is very small and tidy.
B. It was very small and tidy.
C. It is very large and comfortable.
D. It was very large and comfortable.
Jawaban : C.
5. Complete the following dialog
Dayu : Siti, your hamsters have very large cheeks.
Siti : ....... They eat a lot
A. Yes, they are.
B. Yes, they do.
C. Yes, it was.
D. Yes it is.
Jawaban : B.
6. Which of the following phrases can be used to express sadness when saying goodbye to someone?
A. It was nice to see you.
B. Have a safe trip!
C. See you soon!
D. I’ll miss you.
Jawaban: D.
7. How do you refuse help politely?
A. Say “No, I don’t need any help.”
B. Say “Thanks, but I can handle it myself.”
C. Say “Leave me alone.”
D. Say nothing and walk away.
Jawaban: B
8. Which of the following is an appropriate expression of congratulations for a friend who passed a difficult exam?
A. Happy Mother’s Day!
B. Best wishes on your new home!
C. Well done on your exam!
D. Merry Christmas!
Jawaban: C.
9. Which tense is commonly used in a narrative text?
A. Simple present tense.
B. Present perfect tense.
C. Simple past tense.
D. Past continuous tense.
Jawaban: C.
10. In the passive voice, what is the focus of the sentence?
A. The subject performing the action.
B. The object receiving the action.
C. The helping verb.
D. The adverb modifying the verb.
Jawaban: B.
11. Which sentence is in the comparative degree?
A. She is the tallest girl in the class.
B. She is taller than her brother.
C. She is as tall as her mother.
D. She is very tall.
Jawaban: B.
12. Which one is the correct way to write the date in English?
A. 19th of April, 2023.
B. April of 19th, 2023.
C. 2023, 19th of April.
D. 19th April, 2023.
Jawaban: D.
13. Which sentence is in the negative form of the simple present tense?
A. I eat breakfast every morning.
B. She dances ballet on the weekends.
C. They don’t like spicy food.
D. He is playing football.
Jawaban: C.
14. Which sentence is in the past perfect tense?
A. I have eaten breakfast already.
B. They were eating dinner when I arrived.
C. She had finished her homework before watching TV.
D. He is walking to the store right now.
Jawaban: C.
15. Which sentence uses the past continuous tense correctly?
A. She cooked dinner every night last week.
B. They will study for the test tomorrow.
C. He was watching TV when I arrived.
D. We have played soccer after school.
Jawaban: C.
16. I’ll visit your home if ...
A. If I come back to Bandung.
B. If I came to Bandung.
C. If i’ll come back to Bandung.
D. If i’d come back to Bandung.
Jawaban: A.
17. Elki : “Happy birthday to you, Mail. May God bless you”.
Ismail : …
Elki : “You’re welcome.”
A. I’m sorry
B. Well done!
C. I hope so.
D. Thanks.
Jawaban : D.
18. Your friend Bella treats you for dinner. You want to thank her. You: ... Bella: Never mind. The best expression of showing gratitude is...
A. Thanks you for the dinner.
B. Thanks for the dinner.
C. Thank on the dinner.
D. Thanks about the dinner.
Jawaban : B.
19. Which sentence uses the present continuous tense correctly?
A. She is eating breakfast tomorrow.
B. They are playing football yesterday.
C. We are studying for our exams at the moment.
D. He has been studying all night.
Jawaban: C.
20. The preposition of time “at” is used for ….
A. Specific times.
B. Months.
C. Years.
D. Duration.
Jawaban: A.
21. … apple fell from the tree.
A. A
B. An
C. Many
D. None of the above
Jawaban: B.
22. We eat a lot more healthy food … stay healthy.
A. That is
B. To
C. So that
D. In order to
Jawaban: D
23. "Last year, I … my bachelor's degree in Computer Science. It took me four … to complete the program. Now, I'm considering pursuing a master's degree in the same field."
A. obtained, days
B. earned, months
C. received, weeks
D. achieved, years
Jawaban: B.
24. Lila : "I'm fluent in three languages: English, Italian, and Spanish. I can speak, read, and write in all of them. Learning languages has always come naturally to me." How many languages is Lila fluent in?
A. One
B. Three
C. Two
D. Four
Jawaban: B
25. Security : Excuse me, . . . you mustn't smoke here.
Visitor : Oh, I'm sorry.
A. Look at me.
B. look at that sign.
C. listen to me.
D. listen to the doctor.
Jawaban: B.
26. Karl : "Please don't use your phone while driving, Jenny. It's dangerous."
Jenny : "I understand, Karl. I won't use it."
What did Karl ask Jenny not to do?
A. Use her phone while driving.
B. Speed.
C. Eat in the car.
D. Listen to music.
Jawaban: A.
27. What would you say if you want to ask about someone’s condition?
A. Good afternoon
B. Hi, how are you?
C. Good night
D. Glad to see you
Jawaban: B.
28. The kids are happily dancing because their grandma ...
A. Is arriving
b. Has arrived
c. Arrives
d. Arrived
Jawaban: B.
29. How did Jenny respond to Karl's request?
A. She said she would use it.
B. She ignored Karl's request.
C. She said she wouldn't use it.
D. She asked why.
Jawaban: C.
30. Which of the following is NOT a common medium for advertising?
A. Television.
B. Radio.
C. Billboards.
D. Pen pal letters.
Jawaban: D.
31. Which of the following is a characteristic of a recount text?
A. Use of persuasive language.
B. Use of technical terms and jargon.
C. Use of past tense verbs.
D. Use of hypothetical situations.
Jawaban: C.
32. Read the conversation carefully!
Andy: “I don’t think we should stay up too late tonight.”
Peter: “... , I have to finish my homework.”
A. I agree.
B. I disagree.
C. I’m not sure.
D. I don’t think so.
Jawaban: A.
33. Dewi : Lina, your rabbit is white like snow and she is very cute
Lina : Yes, she is What is the synonym of the underlined word?
A. Sweet.
B. Funny.
C. Bad.
D. Big.
Jawaban : A.
34. Haris :”What do you think about tangled movie?”
Sinta :”I think it is a good movie. Although it is animation, but it contain many moral values.”
Haris :”…. I think this movie isn’t fit for us, isn’t for children.
A. Do you agree?
B. Sure.
C. I completely agree.
D. I don’t think so.
Jawaban : D.
35. Read the conversation carefully!
John: Hi, my name is John. Nice to meet you.
Sarah: Hi, John. Nice to meet you too. My name is Sarah. …
Which one is the best answer to complete the blank space to express greetings?
A. Where are you from?
B. How old are you?
C. How do you do?
D. I hate you.
Jawaban: C.
36. Read the conversation carefully!
Martha: Hey, thanks for helping me with my homework yesterday.
Bobby: No problem, anytime. ____________
Which one is the best answer to complete the blank space?
A. You’re welcome.
B. I’m sorry.
C. Bye.
D. It was nice to see you.
Jawaban: A.
37. They … coffee every day.
A. drinks
B. drink
C. drinking
D. drank
Jawaban: A.
38. I have a bad headache. I’ve taken some medicine but my head is … aching.
A. Yet.
B. Already.
C. Ever.
D. Still.
Jawaban: D.
39. Dear Lulu and Jamal, Wishing you both a wonderful anniversary filled with love and joy. May your bond grow stronger with each passing year. Cheers to many more years of happiness together! With love, Melisa.
What is the greeting card for?
A. Happy Birthday.
B. Happy Wedding.
C. Happy Ied Mubarak.
D. Happy Anniversary.
Jawaban: B.
40. Which of the following responses indicates disagreement?
A. "I couldn't have said it better myself."
B. "You're absolutely right."
C. "I'm afraid I have to disagree."
D. "I agree with you entirely."
Jawaban: C.
41. Which of the following phrases suggests agreement with a previous statement?
A. "I don't think so."
B. "That's a good point."
C. "I don't agree with that."
D. I'm not so sure about that."
Jawaban: B.
42. My Sister … dinner in the kitchen at the moment.
A. Cooking.
B. Cook.
C. Is cooking.
D. Cooks.
Jawaban: C.
43. They … to Thailand several times.
A. Travels.
B. Have traveled.
C. Traveled.
D. Are traveling.
Jawaban: B.
44. Which of the following is not a linking verb?
A. Appear.
B. Seem.
C. Walk.
D. Become.
Jawaban: C.
45. Read the conversation carefully!
Baba : I think the restaurant service is really slow. I’ve been trying to get the waiter’s attention for the last ten minutes.
Tina : Yeah, and we have a class at two o’clock. We need to eat quickly.
Baba : …
What is the best response for Baba’s reply?
A. I hope he serves us soon
B. I expect him not to come
C. How come he’s so lazy?
D. Hopefully he ignores us
Jawaban: A.
46. If Rania had obeyed her dad’s recommendation to simply accept the scholarship, ______
A. She would have graduated from a famed university.
B. She is going to graduate from a famed university.
C. She graduated from a famed university.
D. She graduated from a famed university.
Jawaban: A.
47. Arrange the following sentences into a coherent dialog about giving and responding to instructions:
1) "Could you please pass me the screwdriver?" Lisa asked.
2) Gianna handed Lisa the screwdriver from the toolbox.
3) "Now, let's attach the legs to the table," Lisa instructed.
4) Gianna held the legs in place while Lisa tightened the screws.
5) "Sure, here you go," Gianna responded.
6) Together, they completed the assembly of the table.
7) Once finished, they admired their handiwork and sat down to enjoy a cup of tea.
A. 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 – 7
B. 1 - 2 - 4 - 3 - 5 - 6 - 7
C. 2 - 1 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 – 7
D. 2 - 1 - 4 - 3 - 5 - 6 - 7
Jawaban: A.
48. Below are the expressions to ask for attention, except ….
A. Hey there!
B. How are you doing?
C. Attention, please.
D. How do you do?
Jawaban: D.
49. Read the conversation carefully!
Rara : … about the math test?
Tania : It’s too hard to do. I couldn’t answer number 3.
Which one is the best answer to complete the blank space to ask for an opinion?
A. In your opinion.
B. Would you agree that.
C. What do you like.
D. What do you think.
Jawaban: D.
50. The sentences below are intransitive verbs, except ….
A. The dog runs to the backyard.
B. Wendy yawns because she’s sleepy.
C. He laughs because the movie is funny.
D. She raises her hands.
Jawaban: D
Mengikuti olimpiade memang hal yang menantang. Namun kamu akan mendapatkan pengalaman berharga dengan melaluinya. Jika banyak berlatih tentunya kamu akan semakin mantap menghadapi olimpiade Bahasa Inggris SMP yang sesungguhnya. Semoga sukses, ya.