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PEMERINTAH PROVINSI SUMATERA SELATAN

DINAS PENDIDIKAN
SMA Negeri Sumatera Selatan
Jl. Pangeran Ratu RT. 11 RW. 08 Kel. 8 Ulu Kec. Seberang Ulu 1
Palembang 30252
 (0711) 7539549

TES ESSAY BAHASA INGGRIS


SELEKSI PENERIMAAN SISWA BARU
SMAN SUMATERA SELATAN 2019/2020

Answer the following questions.

Passage 1

Read the following article about an unusual health treatment, and then answer the questions on the
opposite page.

FEED YOUR FEET TO THE FISH that suck your heels, toes and the bottoms of
your feet. These fish, members of the carp
When people visit a spa, they normally find hot family, are known as ‘doctor fish’ because they
water pools, scented water and coloured lights are naturally attracted to areas of the feet
to help them relax, or they get treatment for a where there are skin problems. They gently
variety of health problems. However, a visit to remove dead skin to leave feet soft and moist,
Wonderfish Spa in Hong Kong offers a very allowing healthy skin to grow again. A regular
different experience. visitor said, “One of my children was suffering
from a skin condition which was difficult to cure.
Wonderfish Spa, situated on The Peak in Hong After
Kong, specialises in an unforgettable type of regular treatment, however, there was a real
treatment. During the past few years it has improvement.”
become a big success in the city. It was created
by a spa enthusiast who thought that the Recommended treatment
unusual idea of using fish to cure foot problems Wonderfish Spa offers two pools that can
would be popular in Hong Kong. He had himself accommodate up to eight people each. You can
experienced the benefits of such treatment for choose between 30- and 60-minute sessions,
the first time when he visited friends in although some regular customers go for 90
Singapore. He had enjoyed the experience very minutes each time. Kathy Liu, the manager,
much and thought that others would also find it suggests just half an hour for beginners. “People
very helpful. of all ages come here – our youngest was a two
year-old child,” says Liu. “Some people are
How does a fish spa work? nervous at first, because the fish are dark and
The treatment in a fish spa is different. At they also create shadows at the bottom of the
Wonderfish, people sit on the edge of a shallow pool. But this treatment refreshes the feet and
pool instead of lying in deeper water, which is promotes better blood circulation. I think one
what they do in an ordinary spa. Visitors put session per week would be ideal.”
their feet into the water, which is full of small
fish. The fish soon crowd around the feet – in
effect, the people’s feet act as a form of live bait
to attract them. The treatment is essentially a
foot massage, with the work done by little fish
(a) According to the article, why do people go to spas?
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(b) When did the owner of the Wonderfish Spa try the treatment?
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(c) How is the water level different at Wonderfish?


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(d) How do the fish massage the feet?


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(e) What happens to skin after the treatment?


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(f) How many minutes are recommended for a beginner’s session?


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(g) Why might people be anxious about this type of treatment? Give two details.
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(h) Apart from helping with skin conditions, what other benefits does the treatment give?
Give two details.
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[Total: 9]
Passage 2.

Read the following brochure about an interactive science centre and then answer the questions that
follow.

Catalyst is an interactive science centre and Opening TimesWinter (November - February


museum devoted to chemistry and how the before half term week)
products of chemistry are used in every day life. Weekdays (Tuesday-Friday) 10.00am to 4.00pm.
Our key aim is to make science exciting and Last admission is at 3.00pm
accessible to people of all ages and to inform Weekends 11.00am to 4.00pm. Last admission
them about science based industries and their is at 3.30pm
role in our lives, past present and future.
Admission
Catalyst is a great action-packed family
attraction with an excellent educational focus. Adults £4.95
Schools visit during term time to take advantage
Children (5-16) £3.95
of our curriculum based education programme.
During school holidays everyone can take part in Children 4 years and under Free
our special events and activities.

We have something for all age groups and a


friendly welcome is guaranteed!
Finding out is fun at Catalyst. We have three
interactive galleries with over 100 different
exhibits to tug, tease and test. Enjoy panoramic
views across Cheshire from the rooftop
Observatory reached by a scenic glass lift, or
visit Scientrific, or Birth of an Industry. A World
of Opportunities is a unique careers gallery
where pupils can gain valuable insight into
careers in science through interactive displays
and DVD Clips.

Get to grips with real science and experience


the fantastic modern Catalytic Discovery Lab,
with activities such as "Spies and Codes" and the
"Catalyst Crime Scene Mystery". We specialise
in curriculum based activities in term time but in
school holidays, the whole family get to join in!

Take an unforgettable journey of discovery in


our Alchemy Theatre, interactive shows with 3D
and individual voting makes each showing
unique! Also on offer is free car parking, a shop
where you'll find a wide range of intriguing
scientific toys souvenirs and gifts and the
Elements Cafe, the perfect place to enjoy a tasty
meal, while admiring the riverside views.
1. Apart from being an interactive science centre what else is Catalyst?
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2. Give two objectives of the centre.
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3. What two activities you can do in the lab.
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4. When does the whole family get to visit Catalyst?
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5. What makes Alchemy Theatre unique? Give two details.
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……………………… Dan Seterusnya (DST).

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