30 Soal Literasi Bahasa Inggris UTBK 2026 dan Pembahasan Lengkap
Reading Comprehension – Text 1 (Soal 1-5)
Read the following text and answer questions 1-5.
Climate change is no longer a distant threat but a present reality affecting millions worldwide. Rising global temperatures have led to more frequent and severe weather events, including hurricanes, droughts, and floods. Scientists warn that without immediate action, the consequences will become irreversible within the next decade.
The primary cause of climate change is the emission of greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, from burning fossil fuels. Deforestation compounds the problem by reducing the planet’s capacity to absorb CO2. While some nations have committed to reducing emissions, progress remains slow and insufficient.
Individual actions, though important, cannot solve the crisis alone. Governments and corporations must implement systemic changes, including transitioning to renewable energy, protecting forests, and investing in green technology. The time for debate has passed; the time for action is now.
Soal 1
What is the main idea of the passage? A. Climate change is caused by deforestation B. Individual actions are sufficient to combat climate change C. Climate change is an urgent crisis requiring immediate collective action D. Renewable energy is too expensive E. Scientists disagree about climate change
Pembahasan: Main idea mencakup keseluruhan isi teks: climate change adalah realitas yang memerlukan tindakan segera dari pemerintah, korporasi, dan individu. Pilihan C paling tepat merangkum ini. Jawaban: C
Soal 2
According to the text, what is the primary cause of climate change? A. Natural disasters B. Greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels C. Population growth D. Nuclear energy E. Volcanic eruptions
Pembahasan: Paragraf kedua menyatakan dengan jelas: “The primary cause of climate change is the emission of greenhouse gases… from burning fossil fuels.” Jawaban: B
Soal 3
The word “compounds” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to… A. Reduces B. Solves C. Worsens D. Simplifies E. Explains
Pembahasan: “Compounds” dalam konteks ini berarti memperburuk/menambah masalah. Deforestasi memperparah masalah climate change. Jawaban: C
Soal 4
What can be inferred from the passage? A. Climate change will solve itself naturally B. Only rich countries are affected by climate change C. Current efforts to address climate change are inadequate D. Fossil fuels are the only energy source available E. Deforestation has no impact on climate
Pembahasan: Teks menyatakan “progress remains slow and insufficient” dan “Individual actions… cannot solve the crisis alone,” mengindikasikan upaya saat ini tidak cukup. Jawaban: C
Soal 5
The tone of the passage is best described as… A. Humorous and light B. Urgent and persuasive C. Neutral and detached D. Pessimistic and hopeless E. Casual and informal
Pembahasan: Tone teks mendesak (urgent) dengan kalimat seperti “The time for action is now” dan “without immediate action,” serta persuasif untuk mendorong tindakan. Jawaban: B
Reading Comprehension – Text 2 (Soal 6-10)
Read the following text and answer questions 6-10.
The concept of artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved dramatically over the past decade. What once seemed like science fiction is now an integral part of daily life, from virtual assistants on smartphones to recommendation algorithms on streaming platforms. However, the rapid advancement of AI technology raises important ethical questions.
One major concern is job displacement. As AI systems become more sophisticated, they can perform tasks traditionally done by humans, potentially leading to widespread unemployment in certain sectors. Another issue is algorithmic bias, where AI systems perpetuate or amplify existing prejudices present in their training data.
Despite these challenges, AI also offers tremendous potential benefits. In healthcare, AI can assist in early disease detection and personalized treatment plans. In education, adaptive learning systems can tailor instruction to individual student needs. The key lies in developing AI responsibly, with careful consideration of its societal impact.
Soal 6
What is the main purpose of this passage? A. To explain how AI works technically B. To discuss both benefits and concerns of AI development C. To argue that AI should be banned D. To prove AI is superior to human intelligence E. To describe the history of computing
Pembahasan: Teks membahas perkembangan AI dengan menyeimbangkan kekhawatiran (job displacement, bias) dan manfaat potensial (healthcare, education). Tujuannya adalah diskusi seimbang. Jawaban: B
Soal 7
According to the passage, algorithmic bias occurs when… A. AI systems are too expensive B. AI is used in healthcare C. AI reflects prejudices from its training data D. Humans refuse to use AI E. AI systems work too slowly
Pembahasan: Paragraf kedua menyatakan: “algorithmic bias, where AI systems perpetuate or amplify existing prejudices present in their training data.” Jawaban: C
Soal 8
The word “integral” in paragraph 1 means… A. Optional B. Essential C. Dangerous D. Temporary E. Expensive
Pembahasan: “Integral” berarti penting/esensial, menunjukkan AI sudah menjadi bagian penting dari kehidupan sehari-hari. Jawaban: B
Soal 9
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of AI? A. Early disease detection B. Personalized treatment C. Adaptive learning systems D. Reducing traffic congestion E. Tailored instruction
Pembahasan: Teks menyebutkan disease detection, personalized treatment, adaptive learning, dan tailored instruction sebagai manfaat AI. Traffic congestion tidak disebutkan. Jawaban: D
Soal 10
The author’s attitude toward AI can best be described as… A. Completely negative B. Unrealistically optimistic C. Balanced and cautiously optimistic D. Indifferent E. Confused
Pembahasan: Penulis menyajikan kedua sisi (concerns dan benefits) dan menyimpulkan dengan “developing AI responsibly,” menunjukkan sikap seimbang dan optimis dengan hati-hati. Jawaban: C
Vocabulary and Grammar (Soal 11-18)
Soal 11
The company has been ____ rapid growth over the past five years. A. experiencing B. experienced C. experience D. to experience E. experiences
Pembahasan: Present perfect continuous (has been + V-ing) untuk aksi yang dimulai di masa lalu dan berlanjut hingga sekarang. Jawaban: A
Soal 12
Choose the word that best completes the sentence: Despite the ____ weather, the outdoor concert was a huge success. A. favorable B. inclement C. pleasant D. mild E. warm
Pembahasan: “Despite” menunjukkan kontras. Jika konser sukses “despite” (meskipun) cuaca, berarti cuacanya buruk. “Inclement” = buruk/tidak bersahabat. Jawaban: B
Soal 13
Neither the students nor the teacher ____ aware of the schedule change. A. was B. were C. are D. have been E. being
Pembahasan: Dengan “neither… nor,” verb mengikuti subject terdekat. “The teacher” (singular) → was. Jawaban: A
Soal 14
The word “ubiquitous” most nearly means… A. Rare B. Everywhere C. Expensive D. Ancient E. Modern
Pembahasan: “Ubiquitous” berarti ada di mana-mana/merata. Jawaban: B
Soal 15
By the time you arrive, I ____ the report. A. will finish B. will have finished C. finish D. am finishing E. finished
Pembahasan: Future perfect (will have + V3) untuk aksi yang akan selesai sebelum waktu tertentu di masa depan. Jawaban: B
Soal 16
The research findings are ____ with our initial hypothesis. A. consistent B. consist C. consisting D. consisted E. consistency
Pembahasan: “Be consistent with” = sesuai dengan. Perlu adjective “consistent.” Jawaban: A
Soal 17
Choose the sentence with correct punctuation: A. The conference which was held in Tokyo attracted participants from 50 countries. B. The conference, which was held in Tokyo, attracted participants from 50 countries. C. The conference which was held in Tokyo, attracted participants from 50 countries. D. The conference, which was held in Tokyo attracted participants from 50 countries. E. The conference which, was held in Tokyo, attracted participants from 50 countries.
Pembahasan: Non-restrictive clause (memberikan info tambahan yang bisa dihilangkan) perlu koma sebelum dan sesudah “which was held in Tokyo.” Jawaban: B
Soal 18
The government implemented new policies ____ economic growth. A. promoting B. to promote C. promoted D. promotion E. promotes
Pembahasan: Infinitive “to promote” menunjukkan tujuan/purpose dari implemented policies. Jawaban: B
Reading Comprehension – Text 3 (Soal 19-23)
Read the following text and answer questions 19-23.
The gig economy, characterized by short-term contracts and freelance work rather than permanent jobs, has transformed the employment landscape. Digital platforms like Uber, TaskRabbit, and Upwork have made it easier than ever for individuals to find flexible work opportunities. Proponents argue that the gig economy offers freedom, autonomy, and the ability to be one’s own boss.
However, critics point out significant drawbacks. Gig workers often lack employment benefits such as health insurance, paid leave, and retirement plans. Job security is minimal, and income can be unpredictable. Furthermore, the relationship between workers and platforms raises questions about labor rights and proper classification of workers.
As the gig economy continues to expand, policymakers face the challenge of updating labor laws to protect workers while preserving the flexibility that makes gig work attractive. Finding this balance will be crucial for the future of work.
Soal 19
What is the primary characteristic of the gig economy mentioned in the text? A. Permanent employment with benefits B. Short-term contracts and freelance work C. Government-provided jobs D. Factory-based manufacturing E. Traditional office work
Pembahasan: Kalimat pertama mendefinisikan: “characterized by short-term contracts and freelance work rather than permanent jobs.” Jawaban: B
Soal 20
According to the passage, what do proponents of the gig economy emphasize? A. Job security and benefits B. High and stable income C. Freedom and autonomy D. Government protection E. Union membership
Pembahasan: Paragraf pertama menyatakan proponents argue bahwa gig economy menawarkan “freedom, autonomy, and the ability to be one’s own boss.” Jawaban: C
Soal 21
The word “drawbacks” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to… A. Advantages B. Disadvantages C. Features D. Opportunities E. Requirements
Pembahasan: “Drawbacks” = kekurangan/disadvantages. Konteks menunjukkan kritik terhadap gig economy. Jawaban: B
Soal 22
What challenge do policymakers face regarding the gig economy? A. Eliminating all gig work B. Forcing everyone into traditional jobs C. Balancing worker protection with flexibility D. Reducing digital platforms E. Increasing unemployment
Pembahasan: Paragraf terakhir menyatakan policymakers menghadapi tantangan “updating labor laws to protect workers while preserving the flexibility.” Jawaban: C
Soal 23
Which statement would the author most likely agree with? A. The gig economy is entirely positive B. The gig economy should be banned C. The gig economy has both advantages and disadvantages D. Traditional employment is obsolete E. Workers don’t need any protections
Pembahasan: Penulis menyajikan kedua sisi (proponents’ views dan critics’ concerns) secara seimbang, menunjukkan gig economy memiliki kelebihan dan kekurangan. Jawaban: C
Sentence Completion and Logic (Soal 24-30)
Soal 24
____ the heavy rain, the marathon continued as scheduled. A. Although B. Despite C. Because D. Since E. Due to
Pembahasan: “Despite” + noun phrase. “Although” memerlukan clause (subject + verb). Konteks menunjukkan kontras. Jawaban: B
Soal 25
The scientist’s hypothesis was ____ by subsequent experiments. A. confirmed B. denied C. ignored D. questioned E. forgotten
Pembahasan: Dalam konteks ilmiah, hypothesis di-“confirmed” (dikonfirmasi) oleh eksperimen. Ini adalah collocation yang tepat. Jawaban: A
Soal 26
Choose the best combination: The new technology is not only efficient ____ also environmentally friendly. A. and B. but C. or D. so E. yet
Pembahasan: Structure: “not only… but also” adalah paired conjunction yang benar. Jawaban: B
Soal 27
If I ____ about the meeting earlier, I would have attended. A. know B. knew C. had known D. have known E. knowing
Pembahasan: Third conditional (past unreal): If + had + V3, would have + V3. Untuk situasi yang tidak terjadi di masa lalu. Jawaban: C
Soal 28
The committee decided to ____ the decision until more information was available. A. defer B. refer C. prefer D. infer E. confer
Pembahasan: “Defer” = menunda. Konteks menunjukkan menunda keputusan sampai ada info lebih. Jawaban: A
Soal 29
Her presentation was ____ researched and professionally delivered. A. thorough B. through C. though D. thought E. thoroughly
Pembahasan: Perlu adverb “thoroughly” untuk memodifikasi past participle “researched.” Jawaban: E
Soal 30
The ancient ruins serve as a ____ to the region’s rich historical heritage. A. testament B. statement C. document D. monument E. experiment
Pembahasan: “Testament to” = bukti dari, kesaksian tentang. Idiom yang tepat dalam konteks ini. Jawaban: A
Penutup
Ringkasan Materi yang Diujikan:
Reading Comprehension:
- Main idea identification
- Detail comprehension
- Inference and implied meaning
- Author’s tone and purpose
- Vocabulary in context
Grammar & Structure:
- Verb tenses (present perfect continuous, future perfect, conditionals)
- Subject-verb agreement
- Parallel structure
- Punctuation (especially with relative clauses)
- Infinitives and gerunds
Vocabulary:
- Synonyms and contextual meaning
- Collocations
- Academic vocabulary
- Idiomatic expressions
Tips Mengerjakan:
- Baca pertanyaan dulu sebelum membaca teks (untuk reading comprehension)
- Cari keyword dari pertanyaan dalam teks
- Eliminasi jawaban yang jelas salah
- Perhatikan context clues untuk vocabulary questions
- Kelola waktu: jangan terlalu lama di satu soal (sekitar 1,5 menit per soal)
- Untuk grammar: identifikasi struktur kalimat yang dibutuhkan
- Baca seluruh kalimat sebelum memilih jawaban
Strategi Khusus Reading:
- Main idea biasanya di awal atau akhir paragraf
- Detail questions: scan untuk menemukan info spesifik
- Inference questions: tidak tersurat langsung, perlu deduksi logis
- Tone/attitude: perhatikan word choice penulis
Latihan rutin dengan berbagai jenis teks akan meningkatkan kecepatan dan akurasi!
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