50 Contoh Soal PAS Bahasa Inggris Kelas 8 Semester 1 Kurikulum Merdeka dan Kunci Jawaban

18. What is the goal of the marble in spoon race?
a. To be the first to reach the finish line without dropping the marble.
b. To be the last to reach the finish line without dropping the marble.
c. To be the first to reach the finish line with the marble in the spoon.
d. To be the last to reach the finish line with the marble in the spoon.
JAWABAN : A

19. What is the most important skill to have in the marble in spoon race?
a. Balance
b. Speed
c. Coordination
d. All of the above
JAWABAN : D

20. What is the best way to prepare for the marble in spoon race?
a. Practice balancing a marble on a spoon.
b. Run as fast as you can.
c. Both a and b.
d. Neither a nor b.
JAWABAN : C

Parade Independence Day

The Independence Day parade was amazing! There were floats, marching bands, and even a flyover by the Air Force. It was a great way to celebrate our country's birthday.

I woke up early that morning, excited to see the parade. I met up with my family and we headed to the parade route. We found a spot near the front and waited for the parade to start.

The parade started with a group of veterans marching in formation. They were followed by a float with a giant American flag. Then came the marching bands. They were all so talented, and it was so much fun to watch them play and march.

After the marching bands, there were a few floats from local businesses. Then came the grand finale: the flyover by the Air Force. The planes flew overhead in formation, and it was so impressive.

The parade was over in just a few hours, but it was a lot of fun. It was a great way to celebrate our country's birthday and to show our patriotism.

I'm glad I got to experience the Independence Day parade. It was a truly memorable event.

21. What was the main event of the Independence Day parade?
a. A group of veterans marching in formation
b. A float with a giant American flag
c. Marching bands
d. A flyover by the Air Force
JAWABAN : D

22. What did the author do on the morning of the parade?
a. Woke up early and met up with their family
b. Found a spot near the front of the parade route
c. Watched the parade start with a group of veterans marching in formation
d. Saw a float with a giant American flag
JAWABAN : A

23. What was the author's favorite part of the parade?
a. The marching bands
b. The floats from local businesses
c. The flyover by the Air Force
d. The whole experience
JAWABAN : C

24. Why was the author glad they got to experience the Independence Day parade?
a. It was a great way to celebrate our country's birthday
b. It was a chance to show their patriotism
c. It was a truly memorable event
d. All of the above
JAWABAN : D

"The National Flag Hoisting Ceremony on Independence Day":

The national flag hoisting ceremony on Independence Day is a solemn and patriotic event. It is a time to remember the sacrifices that have been made for our country, and to celebrate our freedom.

The ceremony usually takes place at a public square or other prominent location. The flag is hoisted up a flagpole, and everyone sings the national anthem. There may also be a speech by a government official or a veteran.

I attended the national flag hoisting ceremony on Independence Day last year. It was a beautiful day, and the square was packed with people. The flag was hoisted up the flagpole, and everyone sang the national anthem with great pride. It was a moving experience, and it made me feel very patriotic.

The national flag hoisting ceremony is a reminder of the importance of freedom and democracy. It is a time to celebrate our country's achievements, and to reaffirm our commitment to its ideals.

25. What is the main purpose of the national flag hoisting ceremony on Independence Day?
a. To celebrate the country's independence.
b. To remember the sacrifices that have been made for the country.
c. To reaffirm the country's commitment to its ideals.
d. All of the above.
JAWABAN : D

26. What are some of the things that typically happen during the national flag hoisting ceremony?
a. The flag is hoisted up a flagpole.
b. The national anthem is sung.
c. A speech is given by a government official or a veteran.
d. All of the above.
JAWABAN : D

27. Why is the national flag hoisting ceremony a solemn and patriotic event?
a. Because it is a time to remember the sacrifices that have been made for the country.
b. Because it is a time to celebrate the country's independence.
c. Because it is a time to reaffirm the country's commitment to its ideals.
d. All of the above.
JAWABAN : A,B,C

28. What are some of the values that are celebrated during the national flag hoisting ceremony?
a. Freedom
b. Democracy
c. Patriotism
d. All of the above.
JAWABAN : D

Galang : Dad, please tell me more about the Panjat Pinang. 
Pak Rahmansyah : At that time, the committee put a lot of prizes like sarong, groceries, radio, TV, and even a bike on the top of the tree.
Galang : Wow! It’s really hard to climb the tree, isn’t it? 
Pak Rahmansyah : Yes, it is. The tree was full of grease. 
Galang : Did you get to the top of the tree?
Pak Rahmansyah : At first, I didn’t. Many climbers also failed to climb up because the tree was slippery. That was the funniest part, though. 
Galang : Did you give up?
Pak Rahmansyah : No, we never gave up.
Galang : So, what did you do then?
Pak Rahmansyah : First, we made a human ladder and wiped off the grease bit by bit. 
Galang : Then, what?
Pak Rahmansyah : One of us finally got to the top and threw the prizes to the ground.

29. What were the prizes that were put on the top of the tree?
a. Sarong, groceries, radio, TV, and even a bike
b. A sarong, a radio, and a TV
c. A sarong and a radio
d. A sarong
JAWABAN : A

30. Why was it hard to climb the tree?
a. The tree was slippery.
b. The tree was too tall.
c. The tree was covered in prizes.
d. The tree was covered in grease.
JAWABAN : D

31. Did Pak Rahmansyah and his team give up when they couldn't climb the tree at first?
a. Yes, they gave up.
b. No, they never gave up.
c. They gave up at first, but then they tried again.
d. They gave up after a few tries.
JAWABAN : B

32. What did Pak Rahmansyah and his team do to finally get to the top of the tree?
a. They made a human ladder and wiped off the grease bit by bit.
b. They climbed the tree one by one.
c. They threw the prizes to the ground.
d. They gave up.
JAWABAN : A

A Parade in My Hometown

When I was a child, I always waited for Independence Day. My father used to ask me to watch a parade together. We saw it from our front yard. I remember how attractive the parade was.

In the first line of the parade, I saw the people dressed up uniquely. Some people wore Indonesian heroes' costumes. Some others dressed like local ghosts. They were scary but they were funny, too.

Next, I remembered that a lot of people marched in the second line. They waved a mini Indonesian flag. They walked around the village and sang the 'Hari Merdeka' song. Their singing was accompanied by traditional instruments like angklung, suling, and rebana.

At last, I also saw that many children rode their bicycles in the parade. They decorated their bicycles creatively.

I always wanted to join the parade but I was too shy. Luckily, I have the chance to join a parade at my school next week. I am really looking forward to it.

33. What did the people in the parade wear?
a. Animal costumes
b. Indonesian heroes' costumes
c. Superhero costumes
d. Traditional wedding attire
JAWABAN : B

34. Which song did the people in the parade sing?
a. Jingle Bells
b. Happy Birthday
c. Hari Merdeka
d. The Star-Spangled Banner
JAWABAN : C

35. What instruments accompanied the singing in the parade?
a. Guitar and drums
b. Piano and violin
c. Angklung, suling, and rebana
d. Trumpet and saxophone
JAWABAN : C

36. Who participated in the parade riding their bicycles?
a. Adults in traditional attire
b. Ghosts and ghouls
c. Students from the local school
d. Famous celebrities
JAWABAN : C

SMP Merdeka’s School Parade

On August 17th, SMP Merdeka held a school parade to celebrate Independence Day. All students joined the event and so did Galang and his friends. They dressed up like the Indonesian freedom fighters during the Independence war. Some of them brought guns, spiked bamboos, swords, and many more. They also wore many red and white attributes making the event more patriotic. 

In the beginning, as instructed, all participants lined up and started to march. Then, they marched along the decided route passing some villages near SMP Merdeka. The villagers were very excited to watch the parade pass their houses. Many of them stood along the street welcoming and cheering the parade.

Not so long after, the parade reached the rest post. It was the place for participants to draw a door prize coupon and have some drinks. After drawing a coupon, they continued to parade to their school as the final destination.

After returning to school, all participants took some rest while waiting for the door prize announcement. Finally, the headmaster announced the winner. There were ten students who got the door prize and Galang was one of them. Everyone felt happy with the events.

37. What was the purpose of the school parade at SMP Merdeka?
a. To celebrate Independence Day
b. To showcase the students' costumes
c. To honor Indonesian freedom fighters
d. To distribute door prizes
JAWABAN : A

38. What did Galang and his friends dress up as during the parade?
a. Indonesian freedom fighters
b. Villagers from nearby villages
c. School mascots
d. Participants of a costume contest
JAWABAN : A

39. What did the villagers do when the parade passed their houses?
a. Joined the parade
b. Gave speeches about Independence Day
c. Stood along the street and cheered
d. Ignored the parade completely
JAWABAN : C

40. What happened at the rest post during the parade?
a. Participants had a picnic
b. Participants drew door prize coupons
c. Participants took a break to rest
d. Participants performed traditional dances
JAWABAN : B

A school parade

Hi, readers.
How did you celebrate your Independence Day? I celebrated it by joining a school parade. We had so much fun before and during the parade. Let me tell you how it went. 

In the beginning, we prepared our costumes. Every class had to choose one student to dress as an Indonesian hero. I was chosen as the class representative. I dressed as Cut Nyak Dien. Other students wore red and white clothes. 

After I dressed up, I went around the school with all the students. During the parade, we sang the ‘Hari Merdeka’ song. There was a marching band following us. Suddenly, it started to rain. We ran back to our classroom.

Finally, after the rain stopped, we gathered back at the schoolyard. The headmaster announced the winner of the best costume. A student from the other class won. He dressed up as Tuanku Imam Bonjol. 

The school parade was fun and made us remember our national heroes. I was so proud. I could not wait to join this again next year.

41. Who did the author dress up as during the school parade?
a. Cut Nyak Dien
b. Tuanku Imam Bonjol
c. An Indonesian hero
d. The author's choice
JAWABAN : A

42. What colors did the students wear during the parade?
a. Red and blue
b. Red and white
c. Green and yellow
d. Orange and black
JAWABAN : B

43. What happened during the parade?
a. The author won the best costume award.
b. The author's class won the best costume award.
c. The parade got canceled due to rain.
d. The students performed a dance routine.
JAWABAN : C

44. Who won the best costume award?
a. The author
b. Cut Nyak Dien
c. Tuanku Imam Bonjol
d. The headmaster
JAWABAN : C

On August 17th, SMP Merdeka held a school parade to celebrate Independence Day. All students joined the event and so did Galang and his friends. They dressed like the Indonesian freedom fighters during the Independence war. Some of them brought guns, spiked bamboos, swords, and many more. They also wore many red and white attributes making the event more patriotic.

In the beginning, as instructed, all participants lined up and started to march. Then, they marched along the decided route passing some villages near SMP Merdeka. The villagers were very excited to watch the parade passing their houses. Many of them stood along the street welcoming and cheering the parade.

Not so long after, the parade reached the rest post. It was the place for participants to draw a door prizes coupon and have some drinks. After drawing a coupon, they continued to parade to their school as the final destination. After returning to school, all participants took some rest while waiting for the door prizes announcement. Finally, the headmaster announced the winner. There were ten students who got the door prize and Galang was one of them.

Everyone felt happy with the events.

45. What was the purpose of the parade held by SMP Merdeka?
a. To celebrate Independence Day
b. To showcase Indonesian culture
c. To honor the school's achievements
d. To promote physical fitness
JAWABAN : A

46. What did Galang and his friends dress up as during the parade?
a. Indonesian freedom fighters
b. Superheroes
c. Students from another school
d. Traditional dancers
JAWABAN : A

47. What did some participants bring during the parade?
a. Guns, spiked bamboos, and swords
b. Musical instruments
c. Flags and banners
d. Balloons and confetti
JAWABAN : A

48. Where did the parade pass after leaving SMP Merdeka?
a. The school's sports field
b. The nearby park
c. Some villages near SMP Merdeka
d. The city center
JAWABAN : C

Two years ago, I had a tour of Kota Tua or Jakarta’s Old City. I went there with my team after we participated in a wheelchair basketball competition in Jakarta. The competition was conducted to celebrate Indonesia’s Independence Day. To get to Kota Tua, we took the MRT and TransJakarta.

When we arrived at Kota Tua, a security guard checked our temperature and asked us to keep our masks on. She also made sure we checked in using our Peduli Lindungi.

The first place we explored was the Jakarta History Museum. Then, we went to the Maritime Museum, Bank Museum, and Puppetry Museum. My favorite one was the Jakarta History Museum. I learned a lot about Batavia or known as Jakarta at present.

The next destination was Fatahillah square. Some people rode colorful bikes and some others took pictures of Dutch Architecture. The last place was the oldest building in Kota Tua named Batavia cafe to grab something to eat. After all, I enjoyed the tour, especially since the facilities were friendly for people with disabilities like me.

49. What was the purpose of the wheelchair basketball competition in Jakarta?
a. To promote wheelchair basketball internationally
b. To celebrate Indonesia's Independence Day
c. To raise funds for disabled individuals
d. To showcase Jakarta's sporting facilities
JAWABAN : B

50. How did the group travel to Kota Tua?
a. By car
b. By bus
c. By MRT and TransJakarta
d. By taxi
JAWABAN : C