Latihan Soal Bahasa Inggris SMP Kelas 8 Bab 7: The Beauty of Comparison (bagian 1)

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Read the sentences: A smartphone is more practical than a laptop, but a laptop is the most powerful device for work. What is the writer’s main point?
1. The writer prefers laptops because they are smaller.
2. The writer believes smartphones are less useful than laptops.
3. The writer compares two devices based on usefulness and function.
4. The writer thinks both devices are equally powerful.
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Answer: C. The writer compares two devices based on usefulness and function. Explanation: The use of “more practical” and “most powerful” indicates a comparison based on how useful or functional each device is, not their size or equality.
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Which sentence correctly shows both comparative and superlative forms of an adjective?
1. My new shoes are comfortable, but my old ones are the most comfortable.
2. This chair is more comfortable than that one, and it’s the most comfortable in the room.
3. This chair is comfortabler than that one, and the most comfortable in the room.
4. This chair is comfort than that one, and the most comfortable in the room.
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Answer: B. This chair is more comfortable than that one, and it’s the most comfortable in the room. Explanation: The adjective “comfortable” requires “more” for the comparative and “most” for the superlative; the sentence in option B uses both correctly and fluently.
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Read the paragraph: Between all the sports, swimming is healthier than football. However, jogging is the most beneficial activity for maintaining health. Which statement is TRUE according to the text?
1. Swimming is less healthy than football.
2. Jogging is the best activity for staying healthy.
3. Football is the most beneficial sport.
4. Swimming and jogging are equally healthy.
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Answer: B. Jogging is the best activity for staying healthy. Explanation: The text uses “the most beneficial” to indicate that jogging has the highest level of benefit, meaning it is considered the best for health.
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Read the following statement: Among all the students in class, Rani is the most confident speaker, but Tia is more careful when presenting. What can we infer from this comparison?
1. Rani is less confident than Tia.
2. Tia speaks better than Rani.
3. Rani is the best at speaking confidently, while Tia focuses on accuracy.
4. Both Rani and Tia are the most confident students.
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Answer: C. Rani is the best at speaking confidently, while Tia focuses on accuracy. Explanation: The use of “the most confident” and “more careful” shows a contrast between their strengths—confidence versus accuracy.
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Which sentence expresses an opinion using a comparison?
1. The train is faster than the bus, and I think it’s more comfortable too.
2. The train moves faster than the bus.
3. The bus has forty seats.
4. The bus and train are both public transport.
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Answer: A. The train is faster than the bus, and I think it’s more comfortable too. Explanation: The phrase “I think” indicates a personal opinion, while “faster” and “more comfortable” show comparison.
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Choose the sentence that is most likely from a persuasive text.
1. The library is quiet.
2. The new library is bigger than the old one, and it’s the best place to study.
3. Students like to visit the library.
4. The library has many books.
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Answer: B. The new library is bigger than the old one, and it’s the best place to study. Explanation: The superlative “the best place to study” makes the sentence persuasive, showing strong opinion supported by comparison.
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Choose the sentence that is most likely from a persuasive text.
1. The library is quiet.
2. The new library is bigger than the old one, and it’s the best place to study.
3. Students like to visit the library.
4. The library has many books.
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Answer: B. The new library is bigger than the old one, and it’s the best place to study. Explanation: The superlative “the best place to study” makes the sentence persuasive, showing strong opinion supported by comparison.
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Which adjective follows the irregular comparison pattern?
1. tall – taller – tallest
2. good – better – best
3. large – larger – largest
4. happy – happier – happiest
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Answer: B. good – better – best Explanation: “Good” is an irregular adjective that changes form completely instead of adding –er or –est.
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Which sentence correctly compares three or more things?
1. This book is gooder than that one.
2. Of all the novels, this one is the most exciting.
3. This book is more exciting than all the novels.
4. This book is the excitingest in the library.
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Answer: B. Of all the novels, this one is the most exciting. Explanation: When comparing three or more things, we use the superlative form (the most + adjective). The phrase “of all the novels” signals a superlative comparison, making “the most exciting” the correct choice.
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Which one is incorrectly formed?
1. Today is hotter than yesterday, but tomorrow will be the hottest day this week.
2. This mountain is higher than that one, but Everest is the highest of all.
3. My car is the most fast among all vehicles.
4. The new park is cleaner than the old one.
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Answer: C. My car is the most fast among all vehicles. Explanation: The adjective fast is short and forms its superlative with -est, not with most. The correct form is “the fastest.” This rule applies to all one-syllable adjectives (e.g., tall → tallest, fast → fastest).
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Which one is the most appropriate to complete the sentence? Of all the performances, the dance by Group C was __________.
1. more energetic
2. the more energetic
3. most energetic
4. the most energetic
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Answer: D. the most energetic Explanation: When comparing three or more things, we use “the most + adjective” to show the highest level of quality. “The most energetic” is correct because it expresses that Group C’s performance was the best among all.
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Which sentence correctly compares two things?
1. This hotel is the most luxurious in the city.
2. This hotel is more luxurious than the one near the beach.
3. This hotel is luxurious than the other one.
4. This hotel is the luxuriousest in town.
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Answer: B. This hotel is more luxurious than the one near the beach. Explanation: The word more is used before long adjectives like luxurious to compare two things. The word than also signals a comparison between two.
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Which sentence uses the superlative form incorrectly?
1. The cheetah is the fastest animal on land.
2. This is the most delicious cake I’ve ever tasted.
3. Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world.
4. This road is the more narrow of all the streets.
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Answer: D. This road is the more narrow of all the streets. Explanation: The adjective “narrow” should use the -est ending for superlative: the narrowest, not the more narrow.
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Read the sentence: The classroom today is brighter than yesterday, and it feels the most cheerful in weeks. What does the comparison show?
1. The classroom looks worse than before.
2. The classroom is less bright than usual.
3. The classroom is being compared with other times.
4. The classroom is always the brightest place.
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Answer: C. The classroom is being compared with other times. Explanation: The adjectives “brighter” and “the most cheerful” compare the classroom now with how it was before, showing change over time.
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Which of the following adjectives follows a regular comparison pattern?
1. bad – worse – worst
2. far – farther – farthest
3. old – older – oldest
4. good – better – best
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Answer: C. old – older – oldest Explanation: The adjective old follows the regular pattern by adding -er and -est, while the others change irregularly.
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Which one is the most suitable to complete the sentence? Of all my friends, Lina is __________ at drawing.
1. the better
2. the best
3. better
4. more good
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Answer: B. the best Explanation: When comparing three or more, we use the superlative form here, the best to express the highest skill level.
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Which one correctly shows comparison in a real-life context?
1. I am the most taller person in the family.
2. Today is more hot than yesterday.
3. This coffee is stronger than the tea, and it tastes better too.
4. This food is delicious than that one.
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Answer: C. This coffee is stronger than the tea, and it tastes better too. Explanation: The adjectives “stronger” and “better” are used correctly to compare two items. “Stronger” adds -er (regular pattern), and “better” is an irregular comparative form of good.
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Read the text below carefully. Then, answer the following multiple-choice question. Comparing Two Cities Paris is often considered one of the most romantic cities in the world. Compared to London, Paris is smaller but feels much more intimate. London, however, is larger and offers more variety in its entertainment options, making it the most diverse city in Europe. While Paris has a more relaxed atmosphere, London is known for being busy and fast-paced, often seen as the more modern city of the two. Which of the following is a correct comparison between Paris and London?
1. London is smaller and more relaxed than Paris.
2. Paris is the most diverse city in Europe.
3. London is larger and faster-paced than Paris.
4. Paris offers more variety in entertainment than London.
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Answer: C. London is larger and faster-paced than Paris. Explanation: The text tells us that London is larger and has a faster-paced environment compared to Paris. So, C is the correct answer because it matches the comparison made in the text.
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Read the text below and select the correct answer to the question that follows. The Old vs. The New In many cultures, traditional foods are considered more delicious than modern, fast foods. Traditional dishes are made with fresh, local ingredients, while fast food tends to be more processed and less healthy. However, the speed of fast food makes it the most convenient option for busy people. Despite being less expensive than traditional food, fast food is often seen as the least nutritious choice. Which of the following statements is true according to the text?
1. Fast food is the most delicious and nutritious choice.
2. Traditional food is considered healthier and more delicious than fast food.
3. Fast food is the most expensive choice.
4. Traditional food is seen as the least convenient option.
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Answer: B. Traditional food is considered healthier and more delicious than fast food. Explanation: The text clearly says that traditional food is seen as healthier and more delicious than fast food, while fast food is considered more convenient but less nutritious. So B is the correct answer.
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Read the following passage and choose the correct answer based on the comparison made. Comparing Animals Elephants are the largest land animals, with some weighing over 6,000 kilograms. Lions, on the other hand, are more agile than elephants, allowing them to move quickly in pursuit of prey. While elephants are stronger in terms of size and power, lions are considered the most powerful in their hunting skills. Overall, elephants are the slowest of the two animals, but they are also the most social when it comes to family groups. Which of the following is true about the comparison of elephants and lions?
1. Elephants are faster than lions.
2. Lions are considered more powerful in hunting than elephants.
3. Elephants are the most agile animals.
4. Lions are the slowest animals.
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Answer: B. Lions are considered more powerful in hunting than elephants. Explanation: The passage explains that lions are more agile and the most powerful in hunting, while elephants are stronger in size but slower in movement. So B is the correct answer.
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Read the passage carefully. Answer the question based on what you understood. Make sure to focus on the comparative and superlative adjectives used in the text. The Speed of Transportation *When it comes to speed, airplanes are by far the fastest method of transportation. They can cover vast distances in a fraction of the time compared to any other mode of travel. A typical airplane can travel at speeds of over 500 miles per hour, easily outpacing trains and cars. However, while airplanes are undoubtedly the most efficient for long-distance travel, they come with the downside of being more expensive than trains or buses. Trains, on the other hand, are generally more affordable than flying, and they offer a comfortable, scenic journey, especially when traveling through countryside regions. Trains are the most convenient for mid-range trips, as they often run frequently and connect major cities seamlessly. They also provide the opportunity to relax or work during the journey, making them a better option for those who value comfort over speed. Buses, however, are the slowest mode of transportation, taking hours or even days to travel long distances. Despite being the least expensive, buses are often less reliable in terms of schedule and comfort. However, for short distances, especially in urban areas, buses are the most accessible, offering a cost-effective way to travel for those who may not afford more expensive transportation. While buses are the least fast, they remain the most sustainable for inner-city travel, contributing to lower emissions compared to other modes of transport. Which transportation method is described as the slowest?
1. Trains
2. Buses
3. Airplanes
4. Taxis
Lihat pembahasan
Answer: B. Buses Explanation: The text directly states that buses are the slowest transportation method, and while they are more affordable, they take much longer compared to airplanes and trains.
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Read the passage carefully. Answer the question based on what you understood. Make sure to focus on the comparative and superlative adjectives used in the text. The Speed of Transportation When it comes to speed, airplanes are by far the fastest method of transportation. They can cover vast distances in a fraction of the time compared to any other mode of travel. A typical airplane can travel at speeds of over 500 miles per hour, easily outpacing trains and cars. However, while airplanes are undoubtedly the most efficient for long-distance travel, they come with the downside of being more expensive than trains or buses. Trains, on the other hand, are generally more affordable than flying, and they offer a comfortable, scenic journey, especially when traveling through countryside regions. Trains are the most convenient for mid-range trips, as they often run frequently and connect major cities seamlessly. They also provide the opportunity to relax or work during the journey, making them a better option for those who value comfort over speed. Buses, however, are the slowest mode of transportation, taking hours or even days to travel long distances. Despite being the least expensive, buses are often less reliable in terms of schedule and comfort. However, for short distances, especially in urban areas, buses are the most accessible, offering a cost-effective way to travel for those who may not afford more expensive transportation. While buses are the least fast, they remain the most sustainable for inner-city travel, contributing to lower emissions compared to other modes of transport. Which transportation method is described as the slowest?
1. Trains
2. Buses
3. Airplanes
4. Taxis
Lihat pembahasan
Answer: B. Buses Explanation: The text directly states that buses are the slowest transportation method, and while they are more affordable, they take much longer compared to airplanes and trains.
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Which sentence correctly uses a comparative adjective?
1. This novel is the most interesting of all the books I have read.
2. This car is faster than that one, but not as fast as the red one.
3. This is the best idea I have heard so far.
4. This exam is more difficult than the last one.
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Answer: D. This exam is more difficult than the last one. Explanation: The comparative adjective “more difficult” is used to compare the difficulty of two exams. The other sentences either use superlative adjectives or incorrectly use comparatives.
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Which sentence correctly uses a comparative adjective?
1. This novel is the most interesting of all the books I have read.
2. This car is fast than that one, but not as fast as the red one.
3. This is the best idea I have heard so far.
4. This exam is more difficult than the last one.
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Answer: D. This exam is more difficult than the last one. Explanation: The comparative adjective “more difficult” is used to compare the difficulty of two exams. The other sentences either use superlative adjectives or incorrectly use comparatives.
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What makes a superlative adjective different from a comparative adjective?
1. Superlative adjectives compare two things, while comparative adjectives compare three or more things.
2. Superlative adjectives are always in the form -er, while comparative adjectives are not.
3. Superlative adjectives describe the highest or lowest degree, while comparative adjectives compare two or more things.
4. Superlative adjectives are only used for one-syllable adjectives.
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Answer: C. Superlative adjectives describe the highest or lowest degree, while comparative adjectives compare two or more things. Explanation: Superlatives compare the highest degree among three or more things, while comparatives are used to compare two items.

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