đź“— DESCRIPTIVE TEXT – 20 Multiple-Choice Questions
Text 1: Parangtritis Beach
Parangtritis Beach is located on the southern coast of Yogyakarta. This beach is famous for its large waves and strong winds. The wide stretch of black sand extends as far as the eye can see, adorned by a row of rocky cliffs in the distance. In the afternoon, the sun slowly sets behind the horizon, creating a stunning sunset panorama. Many tourists come to enjoy the beach atmosphere, ride horse carts, or fly kites along the shore.
*Questions:*
1. What is the main attraction of Parangtritis Beach based on the text?
A. Dense tropical forest
B. Big waves and sunset views
C. Shopping areas and entertainment spots
D. Rivers and natural waterfalls
2. Which sentence describes the sunset atmosphere at the beach?
A. In the afternoon, the sun slowly sets...
B. Many tourists come to fly kites
C. This beach has modern facilities
D. Located on the northern coast of Yogyakarta
3. What is the purpose of the descriptive text above?
A. To convince readers to vacation at the beach
B. To describe the beach in detail
C. To explain the history of Parangtritis Beach
D. To explain how to get to the beach
4. The language style used in the text is...
A. Informative and scientific
B. Persuasive and technical
C. Descriptive and imaginative
D. Critical and objective
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Text 2: My School Library
My school library is located on the second floor of the main building. The room is quite spacious and filled with neatly arranged bookshelves. To the right of the entrance, there is a circulation desk where students can borrow and return books. In the corner of the room, there are several reading tables with comfortable chairs. The air feels cool because of the air conditioner. In addition to textbooks, there are also storybooks, magazines, and encyclopedias. The quiet atmosphere makes reading more enjoyable.
*Questions:*
5. What shows that the library supports reading comfort?
A. There are many staff members
B. It is on the second floor
C. There is air conditioning and a quiet atmosphere
D. Students are required to read
6. The function of the paragraph above in a descriptive text is...
A. To explain the steps to enter the library
B. To describe the object in detail
C. To give instructions on how to use books
D. To express the writer’s opinion
7. Which word is an adjective in the text?
A. reading
B. enjoyable
C. library
D. student
8. A language feature of descriptive texts evident in the passage is...
A. The use of invitation sentences
B. Commands and prohibitions
C. Use of many adjectives and sensory details
D. Cause-effect sentences
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Text 3: My Persian Cat
I have a very cute Persian cat. Its fur is pure white and very soft to the touch. Its eyes are big and round, colored blue, with the flat nose typical of Persian breeds. Every morning, it always sits by the window, watching birds fly while meowing softly. It is very spoiled and loves to be held. When invited to play, it runs around and jumps onto the sofa. This cat is my loyal friend during study time.
*Questions:*
9. Which body parts of the cat are described in the text?
A. Claws and tail
B. Eyes and fur
C. Ears and tongue
D. Nails and nose
10. Based on the text, what is the behavior of the Persian cat?
A. Aggressive and wild
B. Calm and sleepy
C. Spoiled and playful
D. Quiet and solitary
11. Which word describes texture in the text?
A. Soft
B. Blue
C. Cute
D. Big
12. The common structure of a descriptive text is...
A. Introduction, body, conclusion
B. Identification, description of parts, closing
C. Title, table of contents, summary
D. Orientation, complication, resolution
13. The main feature of a descriptive text is...
A. Use of command sentences
B. Presenting logical arguments
C. Describing an object in detail
D. Explaining steps
14. Objects described in a descriptive text can include...
A. Opinions and arguments
B. Scientific facts and data
C. People, places, or things
D. Procedural steps
15. The words “clean,” “beautiful,” and “comfortable” are examples of...
A. Active verbs
B. Adjectives
C. Concrete nouns
D. Personal pronouns
16. Which sentence is descriptive?
A. That cat is very cute and playful with a small ball.
B. If you want to play with it, come in the morning.
C. A cat is a common pet.
D. I prefer dogs to cats.
17. The purpose of a descriptive text is...
A. To convince the reader to do something
B. To describe an object so the reader can imagine seeing or feeling it
C. To organize data chronologically
D. To explain steps in detail
18. “Its eyes are big and round and blue.” This sentence describes...
A. Behavior
B. Activity
C. Physical appearance
D. Surroundings
19. Which descriptive sentence uses the sense of smell?
A. The air in the garden smells fragrant from jasmine flowers
B. The color is bright and striking
C. The sound is loud and sharp
D. He looks tall and strong
20. The main difference between descriptive and expository texts is...
A. Descriptive texts portray objects, expository texts explain ideas
B. Descriptive texts present data, expository texts are imaginative
C. Descriptive texts are not factual, expository ones are
D. Descriptive texts contain commands, expository ones are narrative
Here are the answers to all 20 questions.
1. B
2. A
3. B
4. C
5. C
6. B
7. B
8. C
9. B
10. C
11. A
12. B
13. C
14. C
15. B
16. A
17. B
18. C
19. A
20. A
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