Berikut **40 soal pilihan ganda Bahasa Inggris tingkat lebih sulit (HOTS)** berdasarkan teks **Independence Day Celebration** dan **School Clean-Up Day**. Soal lebih banyak menuntut pemahaman ide pokok, inferensi, tujuan penulis, makna kata, dan urutan peristiwa.
# Text 1: Independence Day Celebration
## Orientation
Last August 17th, my school celebrated Indonesia's Independence Day. The celebration was held on the school field. All students, teachers, and staff participated in the event.
## Event 1
The celebration began with a flag ceremony at 7 a.m. The principal gave a speech about the importance of independence.
## Event 2
After the ceremony, students joined various competitions such as sack races, eating crackers, and tug-of-war. Everyone was excited and cheerful.
## Event 3
In the afternoon, the winners received prizes and certificates. The audience applauded them enthusiastically.
## Conclusion
The celebration was fun and meaningful. It helped students appreciate the sacrifices of the national heroes.
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# Questions 1-20
### Orientation
1. What is the main purpose of the orientation paragraph?
A. To describe the competitions
B. To introduce the setting and participants of the event
C. To explain the history of Independence Day
D. To announce the competition winners
2. From the text, we can infer that the celebration was ....
A. attended by only students
B. a school-wide activity
C. conducted indoors
D. organized by parents
3. Why is the school field mentioned in the orientation?
A. To compare locations
B. To identify where the event occurred
C. To describe its condition
D. To explain the school rules
4. The word "participated" is closest in meaning to ....
A. watched
B. organized
C. took part
D. admired
5. Which statement is TRUE according to the orientation?
A. The celebration was held in the afternoon.
B. Only teachers joined the event.
C. The event celebrated Indonesia's Independence Day.
D. The event was held in the city park.
### Event 1
6. Why did the principal give a speech?
A. To distribute prizes
B. To explain competition rules
C. To emphasize the value of independence
D. To introduce teachers
7. What can be concluded about the flag ceremony?
A. It was the final activity.
B. It marked the beginning of the celebration.
C. It was held after the competitions.
D. It was optional for students.
8. The word "importance" refers to ....
A. difficulty
B. popularity
C. significance
D. challenge
9. Which activity occurred first?
A. Prize distribution
B. Competitions
C. Flag ceremony
D. Applause from the audience
10. The principal's speech most likely aimed to ....
A. entertain the audience
B. promote sports activities
C. build students' nationalism
D. advertise school programs
### Event 2
11. How did the students probably feel during the competitions?
A. Disappointed
B. Nervous
C. Enthusiastic
D. Confused
12. Which competition tested teamwork the most?
A. Eating crackers
B. Sack race
C. Tug-of-war
D. Running race
13. What does the word "various" suggest?
A. There was only one competition.
B. The competitions were difficult.
C. There were several types of competitions.
D. Students chose not to participate.
14. Why were the competitions included in the celebration?
A. To make the event more engaging
B. To replace the ceremony
C. To shorten the celebration
D. To assess students academically
15. What can be inferred from the phrase "everyone was excited and cheerful"?
A. The event was well received.
B. The competitions were cancelled.
C. Many students went home early.
D. The audience was disappointed.
### Event 3
16. What does the audience's applause indicate?
A. The event was noisy.
B. The winners were respected and appreciated.
C. The audience wanted more competitions.
D. The audience disagreed with the results.
17. Why were certificates given?
A. To recognize achievement
B. To replace prizes
C. To reduce competition
D. To improve attendance
18. Which event happened immediately before prize distribution?
A. The speech
B. The opening ceremony
C. The competitions
D. The conclusion
### Conclusion
19. Which statement best reflects the author's opinion?
A. The celebration should be cancelled.
B. The celebration was educational and enjoyable.
C. The competitions were unfair.
D. The ceremony was too long.
20. The conclusion suggests that Independence Day celebrations can ....
A. strengthen appreciation for national heroes
B. replace history lessons completely
C. reduce student participation
D. eliminate school activities
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# Text 2: School Clean-Up Day
## Orientation
Last Friday, students in my school participated in a school clean-up day. The activity started at 8 a.m. and involved all classes.
## Event 1
First, students gathered in the school yard and received instructions from their teachers about their duties.
## Event 2
Next, students cleaned classrooms, gardens, and corridors. They worked together and collected garbage in large bags.
## Event 3
After finishing the cleaning activities, students planted flowers around the school garden to make it more beautiful.
## Conclusion
The activity was successful. The school became cleaner, and students learned the importance of teamwork and responsibility.
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# Questions 21-40
### Orientation
21. What is the main idea of the orientation?
A. Students planted flowers.
B. A school clean-up activity involved all classes.
C. The school garden was renovated.
D. Teachers cleaned the school.
22. The phrase "involved all classes" indicates that ....
A. only senior students participated
B. participation was limited
C. the activity was comprehensive
D. teachers were absent
23. Why is the starting time mentioned?
A. To show when the activity began
B. To compare schedules
C. To describe student habits
D. To explain attendance rules
24. What type of text is this?
A. Narrative
B. Recount
C. Descriptive
D. Procedure
25. Which detail belongs to the orientation?
A. Collecting garbage
B. Planting flowers
C. Receiving instructions
D. Participating in a clean-up day
### Event 1
26. What was the purpose of gathering in the school yard?
A. To play games
B. To receive instructions
C. To plant flowers
D. To collect prizes
27. Why were instructions important?
A. They informed students of their responsibilities.
B. They explained examination rules.
C. They prepared students for a ceremony.
D. They announced competition winners.
28. The word "duties" is closest in meaning to ....
A. rewards
B. tasks
C. equipment
D. difficulties
29. What would most likely happen without instructions?
A. Students would work more efficiently.
B. Students might be confused about their jobs.
C. The activity would finish earlier.
D. The garden would become beautiful.
30. Event 1 mainly focuses on ....
A. preparation before the work began
B. gardening activities
C. school regulations
D. classroom decoration
### Event 2
31. Which value is clearly demonstrated during the cleaning activity?
A. Creativity
B. Independence
C. Cooperation
D. Competition
32. Why were large bags used?
A. To hold cleaning tools
B. To collect garbage efficiently
C. To store flowers
D. To carry books
33. The phrase "worked together" implies that students ....
A. competed with each other
B. depended only on teachers
C. collaborated as a team
D. avoided responsibility
34. What was the direct result of cleaning classrooms, gardens, and corridors?
A. Students won prizes.
B. The school environment became cleaner.
C. More flowers bloomed.
D. Lessons were cancelled.
35. Which of the following best summarizes Event 2?
A. Students improved the school's cleanliness through teamwork.
B. Students attended a meeting.
C. Teachers assigned homework.
D. Parents joined the activity.
### Event 3
36. What was the purpose of planting flowers?
A. To celebrate a holiday
B. To decorate the school environment
C. To replace cleaning activities
D. To prepare for a competition
37. Why did students plant flowers after cleaning?
A. To continue improving the school's appearance
B. To avoid attending classes
C. To earn certificates
D. To reduce responsibility
38. Which statement can be inferred from Event 3?
A. Students cared about their environment.
B. Students disliked gardening.
C. The school garden was removed.
D. Teachers planted all the flowers.
### Conclusion
39. What lesson did students gain from the activity?
A. Gardening is difficult.
B. Teamwork and responsibility are important.
C. Cleaning should be avoided.
D. Competitions are necessary.
40. Which statement best represents the overall message of the text?
A. School activities should focus only on academics.
B. Environmental care and cooperation benefit everyone.
C. Teachers are responsible for all cleaning tasks.
D. Plants are more important than education.
