Jul 08, 2025 | 6 views
A. The house was a beautiful and well-maintained property.
B. The house was abandoned and potentially dangerous.
C. The house was a popular tourist attraction.
D. The house was completely destroyed by a fire.
Pembahasan :
Kalimat 'empty for years' dan 'windows were boarded up' mengindikasikan bahwa rumah tersebut ditinggalkan dan mungkin berbahaya, sehingga inferensi yang paling tepat adalah rumah itu ditinggalkan dan berpotensi berbahaya.
A. Sarah was disappointed that she couldn't afford to travel.
B. Sarah was anxious about traveling alone.
C. Sarah was prepared and enthusiastic about her trip.
D. Sarah was worried about getting lost in a foreign country.
Pembahasan :
Kata-kata seperti 'excited,' 'planning it for months,' 'saved diligently,' dan 'eager to experience' menunjukkan bahwa Sarah sangat bersemangat dan siap untuk perjalanannya.
A. The murder was likely a random act of violence.
B. The murder was premeditated and carefully planned.
C. The victim had a secret admirer.
D. The detective had already solved the case.
Pembahasan :
Ketiadaan tanda-tanda paksaan, kebersihan ruangan yang 'mencerminkan' pengaturan adegan, dan 'stain crimson' yang menonjol menunjukkan bahwa pembunuhan itu direncanakan dengan cermat.
A. The family was sad and lonely.
B. The family was celebrating a special occasion.
C. The family was comfortable and content.
D. The family was arguing about something important.
Pembahasan :
Frasa 'soothing rhythm' dari hujan, 'huddled together,' 'sharing stories and laughter,' dan 'completely at peace' mengindikasikan bahwa keluarga tersebut merasa nyaman dan bahagia.
A. Maria was confident and relaxed about her performance.
B. Maria was indifferent to the outcome of the audition.
C. Maria was anxious and worried about failing.
D. Maria was excited to perform in the play.
Pembahasan :
Kata-kata 'nervously,' 'shaking hands,' 'trembled slightly,' dan 'desperately hoped' menunjukkan bahwa Maria sangat cemas dan khawatir tentang hasilnya.
A. The village was run by corrupt officials.
B. The village was isolated and technologically backward.
C. The village was a vibrant center of trade and commerce.
D. The village was a dangerous and lawless place.
Pembahasan :
Deskripsi 'live in harmony with nature,' 'cultivating crops and raising livestock sustainably' mengindikasikan gaya hidup yang sederhana dan tidak bergantung pada teknologi modern.
A. John felt overwhelmed by the crowds in the park.
B. John felt lonely and peaceful.
C. John felt anxious about being alone.
D. John felt bored and restless.
Pembahasan :
Kata-kata 'exhausted,' 'didn't see a single other person,' 'rustling leaves and chirping of birds,' dan 'profound sense of solitude' menggambarkan perasaan damai dan tenang.
A. The family was unhappy and struggling financially.
B. The photograph was taken during a period of great hardship.
C. The photograph captured a moment of happiness and togetherness.
D. The photograph was taken by a professional photographer.
Pembahasan :
Kata-kata 'smiling brightly,' 'warmth,' dan 'nostalgia' menunjukkan bahwa foto tersebut membangkitkan perasaan bahagia dan kebersamaan.
A. The scientist was careless and disorganized.
B. The scientist was easily distracted.
C. The scientist was focused on scientific investigation.
D. The scientist was bored with her work.
Pembahasan :
Kata-kata 'meticulously recorded,' 'noted,' 'growth patterns,' 'leaf structure,' dan 'unique properties' menunjukkan bahwa ilmuwan tersebut berfokus pada penelitian ilmiah.
A. The shopkeeper was unhappy with his job.
B. The shopkeeper was indifferent to his customers.
C. The shopkeeper was a friendly and respected member of the community.
D. The shopkeeper was struggling to make a profit.
Pembahasan :
Kata-kata 'familiar face,' 'knew all his customers by name,' dan 'respected member of the community' mengindikasikan bahwa shopkeeper itu ramah dan dihormati.
