Latihan Evelyn

"Education is the cornerstone of societal progress.
It is imperative that students not only attend

school but also engage deeply with the learning process. Teachers, parents, and administrators must
collaborate to ensure that every child receives a comprehensive education that equips them with
critical thinking skills, adaptability, and ethical understanding. Any lapse in prioritizing education will
inevitably hinder the growth and success of future generations. It is the responsibility of every
stakeholder to uphold rigorous standards and to foster a culture of lifelong learning."
1. What is described as the cornerstone of societal progress?
A. Science and technology

B. Education
C. Economic development
D. Cultural traditions
E. Innovation in business
2. According to the text, what must students do besides attending school?
A. Complete all their homework

B. Engage deeply with the learning process
C. Participate in extracurricular activities
D. Follow strict school rules
E. Focus solely on passing exams
3. Who does the paragraph identify as responsible for ensuring a comprehensive education for
children?
A. Only teachers
B. Only parents
C. Teachers, parents, and administrators
D. Government officials
E. The students themselves
4. What are some key skills mentioned that education should provide?
A. Writing, speaking, and public presentation skills

B. Leadership, teamwork, and emotional intelligence
C. Critical thinking, adaptability, and ethical understanding
D. Memory retention, logical reasoning, and decision-making
E. Research, innovation, and competitive skills
5. What is the tone of the paragraph?
A. Humorous
B. Authoritative
C. Indifferent
D. Casual
E. Pessimistic
The phenomenon of urbanization has significantly transformed global landscapes, both physically
and socioeconomically. Urban areas now house more than half of the world's population, a trend
projected to increase in coming decades. This shift brings with it numerous challenges, including the
strain on infrastructure, environmental degradation, and socioeconomic inequality. For instance,
studies indicate that rapid urbanization often correlates with increased pollution and loss of
biodiversity, as natural habitats are replaced by built environments (UN-Habitat, 2020). Addressing
these challenges requires comprehensive urban planning strategies that integrate sustainability and
inclusivity to accommodate future growth.
6. What is the primary focus of the paragraph?

a. The historical trends of urbanization
b. The impact of urbanization on rural areas
c. The transformation caused by urbanization and its challenges
d. The economic benefits of urbanization
e. The policies aimed at preventing urbanization
7. What is one of the challenges associated with urbanization mentioned in the paragraph?
a. Decrease in global population growth
b. Reduction in technological advancements
c. Strain on infrastructure
d. Decline in urban planning efforts
e. Decrease in environmental awareness
8. According to the paragraph, what does rapid urbanization often lead to?
a. Increased reliance on renewable energy
b. A decrease in global economic inequality
c. Growth in biodiversity in urban areas
d. Pollution and habitat destruction
e. Decline in urban housing demands
9. What is suggested as a solution to the challenges of urbanization?
a. Complete halting of urban expansion
b. Increasing the use of fossil fuels in urban areas
c. Comprehensive urban planning integrating sustainability and inclusivity
d. Promoting rural depopulation
e. Encouraging rapid industrial growth
10. Which global organization is cited in the paragraph to support the claims about urbanization?
a. World Health Organization
b. United Nations-Habitat
c. International Monetary Fund
d. World Trade Organization
e. International Urban Development Committee
11. What tone best describes the paragraph?
a. Persuasive and promotional
b. Objective and analytical
c. Informal and conversational
d. Critical and argumentative
e. Optimistic and visionary
The proposed solution to climate change, centered around carbon offset programs, is fundamentally
flawed. These schemes often allow corporations to continue polluting at unsustainable rates while
offering minimal tangible benefits to the environment. Critics argue that many offset projects lack
proper verification and fail to deliver promised reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Furthermore, the commodification of environmental responsibility shifts the burden away from
systemic reform, perpetuating a dangerous reliance on market-based solutions that prioritize profit
over genuine ecological sustainability.
12. What is the central criticism of carbon offset programs in the paragraph?
a. They encourage innovation in renewable energy.
b. They allow corporations to continue polluting at unsustainable levels.
c. They completely eliminate greenhouse gas emissions.
d. They are widely supported by environmentalists.
e. They are focused on systemic reform.
13. According to the paragraph, what do many offset projects lack?

a. Proper financial backing
b. Verification and effective reduction of emissions
c. Support from corporations
d. Transparency in profit distribution
e. Coordination with global policies
14. How does the commodification of environmental responsibility affect systemic reform?
a. It enhances systemic reform through collaboration.
b. It shifts the burden away from systemic reform.
c. It eliminates the need for systemic reform.
d. It promotes grassroots environmental movements.
e. It enforces stricter regulations on polluters.
15. What does the paragraph imply about the reliance on market-based solutions to climate change?
a. It leads to genuine ecological sustainability.
b. It perpetuates a focus on profit rather than meaningful reform.
c. It creates fair and equitable environmental policies.
d. It prioritizes the interests of small businesses.
e. It significantly reduces global emissions.
16. Who is primarily responsible for addressing the flaws in carbon offset programs, according to the
paragraph?
a. Individual consumers
b. Governmental and corporate systems
c. Non-governmental organizations
d. Environmental activists alone
e. Academic researchers
17. What tone best describes the paragraph?

a. Neutral and detached
b. Critical and evaluative
c. Optimistic and hopeful
d. Informal and casual
e. Persuasive and promotional

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"Education is the cornerstone of societal progress.

It is imperative that students not only attend

1. What is described as the cornerstone of societal progress?

A. Science and technology

2. According to the text, what must students do besides attending school?

A. Complete all their homework

A. Writing, speaking, and public presentation skills

5. What is the tone of the paragraph?

6. What is the primary focus of the paragraph?

13. According to the paragraph, what do many offset projects lack?

17. What tone best describes the paragraph?

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