Ujian Akhir Semester (UAS) atau Penilaian Akhir Semester (PAS) Bahasa Inggris kelas 12 SMA semester 2 merupakan ujian penting menjelang kelulusan. Materi yang diujikan mencakup seluruh kompetensi yang telah dipelajari selama SMA sesuai Kurikulum Merdeka.
Artikel ini menyediakan 50 soal UAS Bahasa Inggris kelas 12 SMA semester 2 lengkap dengan kunci jawaban dan pembahasan untuk membantu siswa berlatih menghadapi ujian.
Cakupan Materi UAS Bahasa Inggris Kelas 12 Semester 2
Berdasarkan Kurikulum Merdeka, materi yang diujikan meliputi:
- News Item Text – Berita dan struktur teks berita
- Review Text – Ulasan film, buku, atau produk
- Discussion Text – Teks yang membahas dua sisi argumen
- Caption – Keterangan gambar
- Subjunctive – Wish, as if, would rather
- Inversion – Pembalikan struktur kalimat
- Noun Clause – Klausa kata benda
- Reported Speech – Kalimat tidak langsung
Soal Pilihan Ganda
Petunjuk: Pilihlah jawaban yang paling tepat!
A. News Item Text
Read the text to answer questions 1-5.
Jakarta Floods Leave Thousands Homeless
JAKARTA – Heavy rainfall over the past three days has caused severe flooding in several areas of Jakarta, leaving thousands of residents homeless. The floods, which began on Monday, have affected at least 50 neighborhoods across the capital.
According to the Jakarta Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD), water levels reached up to two meters in some areas. “We have evacuated approximately 15,000 people to temporary shelters,” said BPBD spokesperson Rahmat Hidayat on Wednesday.
The Governor of Jakarta, Anies Baswedan, visited the affected areas and promised immediate assistance. “We are working around the clock to provide clean water, food, and medical supplies to the evacuees,” he stated.
Meteorologists predict that the rain will continue for the next few days, raising concerns about further flooding. Authorities have urged residents in low-lying areas to remain vigilant and prepare for evacuation if necessary.
1. What is the news about?
a. Heavy rainfall in Indonesia
b. Flooding in Jakarta
c. The Governor’s visit
d. Weather prediction
2. How many people have been evacuated?
a. 50 people
b. 5,000 people
c. 15,000 people
d. 50,000 people
3. What is the maximum water level mentioned in the text?
a. One meter
b. Two meters
c. Three meters
d. Four meters
4. What is the function of the first paragraph?
a. To give background information
b. To summarize the main event (newsworthy event)
c. To provide sources
d. To give opinions
5. “Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant.” The underlined word is closest in meaning to ….
a. Calm
b. Alert
c. Relaxed
d. Excited
B. Review Text
Read the text to answer questions 6-10.
Movie Review: “Laskar Pelangi”
“Laskar Pelangi,” directed by Riri Riza, is a heartwarming Indonesian film based on the best-selling novel by Andrea Hirata. The movie tells the story of ten children from Belitung Island who struggle to get an education despite their poverty.
The film’s strength lies in its powerful storytelling and authentic performances by the young actors. The cinematography beautifully captures the natural beauty of Belitung, making every scene visually stunning. The soundtrack, featuring Nidji’s “Laskar Pelangi,” perfectly complements the emotional moments in the film.
However, some critics argue that the film oversimplifies the complexities of poverty and education in Indonesia. The pacing can also feel slow at times, which may not appeal to viewers who prefer fast-paced movies.
Despite these minor flaws, “Laskar Pelangi” remains a must-watch for anyone interested in Indonesian cinema. It is a touching tribute to the power of education and the resilience of the human spirit. I give this film 4 out of 5 stars.
6. What is the text about?
a. A book review
b. A movie review
c. A music review
d. A theater review
7. Who directed the film?
a. Andrea Hirata
b. Riri Riza
c. Nidji
d. Anies Baswedan
8. What is the strength of the film according to the reviewer?
a. Fast pacing
b. Simple storyline
c. Powerful storytelling and authentic performances
d. Complex characters
9. What is the criticism mentioned in the text?
a. Poor acting
b. Bad cinematography
c. Oversimplification of poverty and slow pacing
d. Terrible soundtrack
10. What rating does the reviewer give?
a. 3 out of 5 stars
b. 4 out of 5 stars
c. 5 out of 5 stars
d. 2 out of 5 stars
C. Discussion Text
Read the text to answer questions 11-15.
Should Plastic Bags Be Banned?
The debate over whether plastic bags should be banned has been ongoing for years. There are strong arguments on both sides of this issue.
Those who support the ban argue that plastic bags are extremely harmful to the environment. They take hundreds of years to decompose and often end up in oceans, where they kill marine life. Furthermore, the production of plastic bags contributes to pollution and climate change. By banning plastic bags, we can significantly reduce environmental damage and encourage the use of more sustainable alternatives.
On the other hand, opponents of the ban argue that plastic bags are convenient and cost-effective. They point out that many people reuse plastic bags for garbage disposal and other purposes. Additionally, a sudden ban could negatively impact businesses that manufacture plastic bags, leading to job losses. Some suggest that improving recycling programs would be more effective than an outright ban.
In conclusion, while there are valid points on both sides, it is clear that we need to take action to reduce plastic waste. Whether through a ban, improved recycling, or promoting alternatives, finding a solution is crucial for our planet’s future.
11. What is the text about?
a. The benefits of plastic bags
b. The debate over banning plastic bags
c. How to recycle plastic bags
d. The history of plastic bags
12. What is the argument of those who support the ban?
a. Plastic bags are cheap
b. Plastic bags are convenient
c. Plastic bags harm the environment
d. Plastic bags create jobs
13. What do opponents of the ban suggest?
a. Ban all plastic products
b. Improve recycling programs
c. Increase plastic production
d. Ignore the problem
14. What type of text is this?
a. Analytical exposition
b. Hortatory exposition
c. Discussion text
d. News item
15. “They take hundreds of years to decompose.” The underlined word means ….
a. To break down naturally
b. To become stronger
c. To change color
d. To grow larger
D. Caption
Questions 16-18 are based on captions.
16. Look at the caption: “A medical worker administers a COVID-19 vaccine to a patient at a community health center in Jakarta, March 2024.”
What information does this caption provide?
a. Only the location
b. Only the time
c. The activity, location, and time
d. Only the activity
17. Which of the following is a good caption for a photo of students planting trees?
a. Students having fun
b. Students at school
c. Students plant trees to commemorate Earth Day at SMA 1 Jakarta, April 22, 2026
d. Planting
18. A caption should be ….
a. Very long and detailed
b. Brief but informative
c. Only about the location
d. Written in informal language
E. Subjunctive
19. I wish I …. speak Japanese fluently.
a. Can
b. Could
c. Will
d. Would
20. She wishes she …. the exam last week.
a. Pass
b. Passed
c. Had passed
d. Would pass
21. If only I …. more money, I would travel the world.
a. Have
b. Has
c. Had
d. Having
22. He talks as if he …. everything.
a. Know
b. Knows
c. Knew
d. Known
23. I would rather you …. me the truth yesterday.
a. Tell
b. Told
c. Had told
d. Would tell
24. She acts as though she …. the boss.
a. Is
b. Was
c. Were
d. Been
25. I wish I …. studied harder when I was in high school.
a. Have
b. Has
c. Had
d. Having
26. It’s time we …. home. It’s getting late.
a. Go
b. Went
c. Gone
d. Going
F. Inversion
27. Not only …. intelligent, but she is also hardworking.
a. She is
b. Is she
c. She was
d. Was she
28. Never …. such a beautiful sunset.
a. I have seen
b. Have I seen
c. I see
d. Do I see
29. Seldom …. late to class.
a. He is
b. Is he
c. He was
d. Was he
30. Only after finishing the project …. go home.
a. We can
b. Can we
c. We could
d. Could we
31. Hardly …. arrived when it started to rain.
a. He had
b. Had he
c. He has
d. Has he
32. No sooner …. the news than she started crying.
a. She heard
b. She had heard
c. Had she heard
d. Did she hear
33. Little …. that he would become famous one day.
a. He knew
b. Did he know
c. He knows
d. Does he know
G. Noun Clause
34. I don’t know …. she lives.
a. Where
b. What
c. Which
d. Who
35. …. he said was not true.
a. Which
b. What
c. That
d. Where
36. Do you know …. time the meeting starts?
a. Which
b. What
c. That
d. Where
37. She asked me …. I had finished the assignment.
a. That
b. What
c. Whether
d. Which
38. …. happened at the party is still a mystery.
a. That
b. What
c. Which
d. Where
39. The fact …. he lied disappointed everyone.
a. Which
b. What
c. That
d. Where
40. I’m not sure …. the manager will approve the proposal.
a. That
b. What
c. Whether
d. Which
H. Reported Speech
41. “I am studying for the exam,” she said. She said that she …. for the exam.
a. Is studying
b. Was studying
c. Has been studying
d. Had been studying
42. “I will come tomorrow,” he said. He said that he …. the next day.
a. Will come
b. Would come
c. Came
d. Had come
43. “I have finished my homework,” she said. She said that she …. her homework.
a. Has finished
b. Had finished
c. Finished
d. Would finish
44. “Where do you live?” she asked. She asked me where I ….
a. Live
b. Lived
c. Had lived
d. Would live
45. “Don’t make noise,” the teacher said. The teacher told us …. make noise.
a. Don’t
b. Not to
c. To not
d. Didn’t
46. “Can you help me?” she asked. She asked me …. help her.
a. Can I
b. Could I
c. If I can
d. If I could
47. “I visited Bali last month,” he said. He said that he …. Bali the month before.
a. Visits
b. Visited
c. Had visited
d. Would visit
48. “Are you coming to the party?” she asked. She asked me …. to the party.
a. Am I coming
b. Was I coming
c. If I was coming
d. If I am coming
49. “Please close the door,” she said. She asked me …. the door.
a. Close
b. Closed
c. To close
d. Closing
50. “I didn’t see the accident,” he said. He said that he …. the accident.
a. Didn’t see
b. Hadn’t seen
c. Doesn’t see
d. Hasn’t seen
Kunci Jawaban
| No | Jawaban | No | Jawaban | No | Jawaban | No | Jawaban | No | Jawaban |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B | 11 | B | 21 | C | 31 | B | 41 | B |
| 2 | C | 12 | C | 22 | C | 32 | C | 42 | B |
| 3 | B | 13 | B | 23 | C | 33 | B | 43 | B |
| 4 | B | 14 | C | 24 | C | 34 | A | 44 | B |
| 5 | B | 15 | A | 25 | C | 35 | B | 45 | B |
| 6 | B | 16 | C | 26 | B | 36 | B | 46 | D |
| 7 | B | 17 | C | 27 | B | 37 | C | 47 | C |
| 8 | C | 18 | B | 28 | B | 38 | B | 48 | C |
| 9 | C | 19 | B | 29 | B | 39 | C | 49 | C |
| 10 | B | 20 | C | 30 | B | 40 | C | 50 | B |
Pembahasan Soal
Subjunctive
| Pola | Rumus | Contoh |
|---|---|---|
| Wish (sekarang) | wish + S + V2/were | I wish I were rich. |
| Wish (lampau) | wish + S + had + V3 | I wish I had studied harder. |
| As if/As though | as if + S + V2/were | He acts as if he knew everything. |
| Would rather | would rather + S + V2 | I would rather you stayed. |
| It’s time | it’s time + S + V2 | It’s time we went home. |
Inversion
Inversion digunakan setelah negative adverbs:
- Never have I seen…
- Seldom does he…
- Hardly had he…
- Not only is she…
- No sooner had she heard…
- Little did he know…
Rumus: Negative adverb + Auxiliary + Subject + Verb
Noun Clause
| Kata Penghubung | Fungsi |
|---|---|
| What | Apa (sebagai subject/object) |
| Where | Di mana |
| When | Kapan |
| Who | Siapa |
| Whether/If | Apakah |
| That | Bahwa |
Reported Speech
Perubahan Tenses:
| Direct | Reported |
|---|---|
| Simple Present | Simple Past |
| Present Continuous | Past Continuous |
| Simple Past | Past Perfect |
| Present Perfect | Past Perfect |
| Will | Would |
| Can | Could |
Perubahan Kata Keterangan:
| Direct | Reported |
|---|---|
| Today | That day |
| Tomorrow | The next day |
| Yesterday | The day before |
| Now | Then |
| Here | There |
Tips Mengerjakan Soal UAS Bahasa Inggris Kelas 12
- Pahami struktur teks – News Item, Review, Discussion
- Hafalkan pola subjunctive – wish, as if, would rather, it’s time
- Perhatikan pola inversion – negative adverbs di awal kalimat
- Pahami perubahan dalam reported speech – tenses dan kata keterangan
- Baca soal dengan teliti – Perhatikan kata kunci dalam pertanyaan
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