Mini TO SMUP 2026 Bahasa Inggris [Soal Asli]

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Shirts which are wrinkle-free are now being produced in Japan and US. Until now, the only solution for people in hurry has been a permanent press shirts, which didn’t need ironing after washing or wearing. But they were made of polyester. The new ones don’t need ironing either, but they are a combination of the comfort of cotton and the wrinkle-free convenience of polyester.
Polyester shirts became popular in the 1960s because their threads stabilize fabrics. Wrinkles from when the space between the fabric’s molecules contracts during washing or wearing. Polyester acts as girders holding the fabric’s molecules in place. Unlike the most popular material for shirts, cotton, though, polyester doesn’t breathe, let through air, and it can’t absorb perspiration.
So the new blends of cotton and polyester and the specially treated cottons will be a big hit, having a much bigger impact than permanent press did. The only problem is the shirts still have a slightly rubbery feel, from the resin the fabric is coated in. however, manufacturers promise that eventually resin-treated cotton shirts will also feel just like cotton.

61. What is the main topic of this passage?

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Shirts which are wrinkle-free are now being produced in Japan and US. Until now, the only solution for people in hurry has been a permanent press shirts, which didn’t need ironing after washing or wearing. But they were made of polyester. The new ones don’t need ironing either, but they are a combination of the comfort of cotton and the wrinkle-free convenience of polyester.
Polyester shirts became popular in the 1960s because their threads stabilize fabrics. Wrinkles from when the space between the fabric’s molecules contracts during washing or wearing. Polyester acts as girders holding the fabric’s molecules in place. Unlike the most popular material for shirts, cotton, though, polyester doesn’t breathe, let through air, and it can’t absorb perspiration.
So the new blends of cotton and polyester and the specially treated cottons will be a big hit, having a much bigger impact than permanent press did. The only problem is the shirts still have a slightly rubbery feel, from the resin the fabric is coated in. however, manufacturers promise that eventually resin-treated cotton shirts will also feel just like cotton.

62. What is the main difference between the new and old shirts?

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Shirts which are wrinkle-free are now being produced in Japan and US. Until now, the only solution for people in hurry has been a permanent press shirts, which didn’t need ironing after washing or wearing. But they were made of polyester. The new ones don’t need ironing either, but they are a combination of the comfort of cotton and the wrinkle-free convenience of polyester.
Polyester shirts became popular in the 1960s because their threads stabilize fabrics. Wrinkles from when the space between the fabric’s molecules contracts during washing or wearing. Polyester acts as girders holding the fabric’s molecules in place. Unlike the most popular material for shirts, cotton, though, polyester doesn’t breathe, let through air, and it can’t absorb perspiration.
So the new blends of cotton and polyester and the specially treated cottons will be a big hit, having a much bigger impact than permanent press did. The only problem is the shirts still have a slightly rubbery feel, from the resin the fabric is coated in. however, manufacturers promise that eventually resin-treated cotton shirts will also feel just like cotton.

63. The phrase ‘the new ones’ in paragraph one refers to

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Shirts which are wrinkle-free are now being produced in Japan and US. Until now, the only solution for people in hurry has been a permanent press shirts, which didn’t need ironing after washing or wearing. But they were made of polyester. The new ones don’t need ironing either, but they are a combination of the comfort of cotton and the wrinkle-free convenience of polyester.
Polyester shirts became popular in the 1960s because their threads stabilize fabrics. Wrinkles from when the space between the fabric’s molecules contracts during washing or wearing. Polyester acts as girders holding the fabric’s molecules in place. Unlike the most popular material for shirts, cotton, though, polyester doesn’t breathe, let through air, and it can’t absorb perspiration.
So the new blends of cotton and polyester and the specially treated cottons will be a big hit, having a much bigger impact than permanent press did. The only problem is the shirts still have a slightly rubbery feel, from the resin the fabric is coated in. however, manufacturers promise that eventually resin-treated cotton shirts will also feel just like cotton.

64. An example of the advantages of cotton over polyester is

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Shirts which are wrinkle-free are now being produced in Japan and US. Until now, the only solution for people in hurry has been a permanent press shirts, which didn’t need ironing after washing or wearing. But they were made of polyester. The new ones don’t need ironing either, but they are a combination of the comfort of cotton and the wrinkle-free convenience of polyester.
Polyester shirts became popular in the 1960s because their threads stabilize fabrics. Wrinkles from when the space between the fabric’s molecules contracts during washing or wearing. Polyester acts as girders holding the fabric’s molecules in place. Unlike the most popular material for shirts, cotton, though, polyester doesn’t breathe, let through air, and it can’t absorb perspiration.
So the new blends of cotton and polyester and the specially treated cottons will be a big hit, having a much bigger impact than permanent press did. The only problem is the shirts still have a slightly rubbery feel, from the resin the fabric is coated in. however, manufacturers promise that eventually resin-treated cotton shirts will also feel just like cotton.

65. What is the author’s purpose in using the phrase ‘a big hit’ in paragraph three?

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Several studies have found a link between happiness and altruistic behaviour, however as with many behavioural traits, it is not always clear whether doing good makes you feel good, or whether happy people are more likely to be altruistic. Research done by Konow, an economist at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, found that the happier people are more likely to share. He also found that a single act of generosity did not make his subject happier, the cumulative effects of being a generous person did.

66. All of the following are true EXCEPT

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Several studies have found a link between happiness and altruistic behaviour, however as with many behavioural traits, it is not always clear whether doing good makes you feel good, or whether happy people are more likely to be altruistic. Research done by Konow, an economist at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, found that the happier people are more likely to share. He also found that a single act of generosity did not make his subject happier, the cumulative effects of being a generous person did.

67. The word ‘Altruistic’ in the text, is closest in meaning to

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Plants and spices, minerals and fruits – their powerful healing properties have been used for centuries. One of the most studied of all “kitchen cures” is ginger. It has been used medicinally for millennia. The chemicals that give ginger is zesty taste –mainly gingerol and shogaol– appear to reduce intestinal contractions, neutralize digestive acids and inhibit the “vomiting centre” in the brain. Danish researchers report that a third of teaspoon of fresh or powdered ginger, taken at the first sign of migraine, may reduce symptoms by blocking prostaglandins, chemicals that inflame blood vessels in the brain.

68. According to the passage, eating ginger is beneficial, EXCEPT

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Plants and spices, minerals and fruits – their powerful healing properties have been used for centuries. One of the most studied of all “kitchen cures” is ginger. It has been used medicinally for millennia. The chemicals that give ginger is zesty taste –mainly gingerol and shogaol– appear to reduce intestinal contractions, neutralize digestive acids and inhibit the “vomiting centre” in the brain. Danish researchers report that a third of teaspoon of fresh or powdered ginger, taken at the first sign of migraine, may reduce symptoms by blocking prostaglandins, chemicals that inflame blood vessels in the brain.

69. What is the name of chemicals that give ginger zesty taste?

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The food we eat seems to have profound effects on our health. Although science has made enormous steps in making food more fit to eat, it has, at the same time, made many foods unfit to eat. Some research has shown that perhaps eighty percent of all human illnesses are related to diet and forty percent of cancer is related to the diet as well, especially cancer of the colon. People of different cultures are more prone to contract certain illnesses because of the characteristic of foods they consume.

70. How has science done a disservice to people?

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The food we eat seems to have profound effects on our health. Although science has made enormous steps in making food more fit to eat, it has, at the same time, made many foods unfit to eat. Some research has shown that perhaps eighty percent of all human illnesses are related to diet and forty percent of cancer is related to the diet as well, especially cancer of the colon. People of different cultures are more prone to contract certain illnesses because of the characteristic of foods they consume.

71. Research has shown that how many percent of cancer is related to diet?

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After inventing dynamite, Swedish-born Alfred Nobel became a very rich man. However, he foresaw its universally destructive powers too late. Nobel preferred not to be remembered as an inventor of dynamite, so in late 1895, just two weeks before his death, he created a fund to be used for awarding prizes to people who had made worthwhile contributions to humanity.

72. The Nobel prize was established in order to

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After inventing dynamite, Swedish-born Alfred Nobel became a very rich man. However, he foresaw its universally destructive powers too late. Nobel preferred not to be remembered as an inventor of dynamite, so in late 1895, just two weeks before his death, he created a fund to be used for awarding prizes to people who had made worthwhile contributions to humanity.

73. It is implied that Nobel’s profession was in

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One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Giza was a monument of wisdom and prophecy built as a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops in 2720 B.C. Despite its antiquity, certain aspects of its construction make it one of the truly great wonders of the world. The thirteen-acre structure near the Nile River is a solid mass of stone blocks covered with limestone. Inside are a number of hidden passageways and the burial chamber for the pharaoh. It is the largest single structure in the world. The four sides of the pyramid are aligned almost exactly on true north, south, east, and west – an incredible engineering feat. The ancient Egyptians were sun worshipers and great astronomers, so computations for the Great Pyramid were based on astronomical observations.

74. Why was the Great Pyramid constructed?

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One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Giza was a monument of wisdom and prophecy built as a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops in 2720 B.C. Despite its antiquity, certain aspects of its construction make it one of the truly great wonders of the world. The thirteen-acre structure near the Nile River is a solid mass of stone blocks covered with limestone. Inside are a number of hidden passageways and the burial chamber for the pharaoh. It is the largest single structure in the world. The four sides of the pyramid are aligned almost exactly on true north, south, east, and west – an incredible engineering feat. The ancient Egyptians were sun worshipers and great astronomers, so computations for the Great Pyramid were based on astronomical observations.

75. Why is the Great Pyramid of Giza considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World?

76. The artist was asked to show some paintings at the contest because _____.

77. Having finished lunch, ____.

78. This car has many features including _____

79. I have an appointment _____ the morning, but I will be free _____ the afternoon.

80. Maman’s score on the test is the highest in the class; _____.

81. Tono will not be able to attend the meeting tonight because _____.

82. Sulaeman said that no other car could go _____.

83. It was not until she had arrived home _____ remembered her appointment with the doctor.

84. Rani hasn’t begun working on her PhD. _____ working on her master’s.

85. Our flight from Solo to Jakarta was delayed _____ the heavy frog.

86. Last year, Irfan earned _____ his brother, who has a better position.

87. Choose the redundant word in the following sentence:
The twins have the same identical birthmarks on their backs.

88. Harvey will wash the clothes, _____.

89. _____ , he would have signed his name in the corner.

90. The families were told to evacuate their houses immediately _____.