PRACTICE NARRATIVE TEXT

1. Read the following text

Hercules
Hercules was a famous hero in Greek mythology, known for his strength and bravery.
He was the son of the god Zeus and a mortal woman, making him half-god and half-human.
As a young man, Hercules was tricked by the goddess Hera, who despised him
because he was the illegitimate son of her husband. Hera made Hercules go mad and he killed
his own wife and children in a fit of rage.
Hercules was overcome with grief and regret for his actions. To make amends, he was
given twelve impossible tasks, known as the Twelve Labors of Hercules. These included
slaying the Nemean Lion, capturing the Erymanthian Boar, and cleaning the Augean Stables.
Hercules completed all the labors and became a legendary hero. He eventually found
happiness and was allowed to live among the gods on Mount Olympus.

What are the language features in the text?

A. Specific participant, simple past tense (active and passive), and past continuous tense.
B. Specific participant, simple present tense (active and passive), and present continuous
tense.
C. Orientation, complications/problems, and reorientation.
D. Orientation, reorientation, and complication.
E. Simple present tense, simple past tense, and past continuous tense.

2. Read the following text

Arachne
In ancient Greece, there was a young woman named Arachne who was known for her
exceptional weaving skills. She was so proud of her talent that she boasted that she was a
better weaver than the goddess Athena.
Athena was outraged by this claim and challenged Arachne to a weaving contest. The
two women each created a tapestry, and when the judging was complete, Athena’s tapestry
was declared the winner.
Arachne was devastated by the loss and felt ashamed of her prideful behavior. In her
despair, she tried to hang herself, but Athena took pity on her and turned her into a spider.
From that day on, Arachne spent her days spinning webs and creating intricate
designs. She was a reminder of the dangers of pride and the importance of humility.

Why did Arachne feel hopeless and sad?

A. Because Arachne was jealous of Athena's sculpting ability.
B. Because Arachne lost the weaving contest to Athena.
C. Because Athena was jealous of Arachne's weaving ability.
D. Because Arachne felt there was cheating and could not accept the results of the weaving
contest.
E. Because Athena showed off her victory in the weaving contest in front of Arachne.
3. Read the following text
Arachne
In ancient Greece, there was a young woman named Arachne who was known for her
exceptional weaving skills. She was so proud of her talent that she boasted that she was a
better weaver than the goddess Athena.
Athena was outraged by this claim and challenged Arachne to a weaving contest. The
two women each created a tapestry, and when the judging was complete, Athena’s tapestry
was declared the winner.
Arachne was devastated by the loss and felt ashamed of her prideful behavior. In her
despair, she tried to hang herself, but Athena took pity on her and turned her into a spider.
From that day on, Arachne spent her days spinning webs and creating intricate
designs. She was a reminder of the dangers of pride and the importance of humility.

What was Arachne known for in ancient Greece?

A. Her beauty
B. Her strength
C. Her exceptional weaving skills
D. Her intelligence
E. Her singing talent

4. Read the following text

Arachne
In ancient Greece, there was a young woman named Arachne who was known for her
exceptional weaving skills. She was so proud of her talent that she boasted that she was a
better weaver than the goddess Athena.
Athena was outraged by this claim and challenged Arachne to a weaving contest. The
two women each created a tapestry, and when the judging was complete, Athena’s tapestry
was declared the winner.
Arachne was devastated by the loss and felt ashamed of her prideful behavior. In her
despair, she tried to hang herself, but Athena took pity on her and turned her into a spider.
From that day on, Arachne spent her days spinning webs and creating intricate
designs. She was a reminder of the dangers of pride and the importance of humility.

“Athena was outraged by this claim and challenged Arachne to a weaving contest.”
What is the synonym of the underlined word?
A. Exuberant
B. Excited
C. Horrify
D. Happy
E. Elated

5. Read the following text

Arachne
 In ancient Greece, there was a young woman named Arachne who was known for her
exceptional weaving skills. She was so proud of her talent that she boasted that she was a
better weaver than the goddess Athena.
Athena was outraged by this claim and challenged Arachne to a weaving contest. The
two women each created a tapestry, and when the judging was complete, Athena’s tapestry
was declared the winner.
Arachne was devastated by the loss and felt ashamed of her prideful behavior. In her
despair, she tried to hang herself, but Athena took pity on her and turned her into a spider.
From that day on, Arachne spent her days spinning webs and creating intricate
designs. She was a reminder of the dangers of pride and the importance of humility.

The purpose or function of the text is?

A. To describe the story of Arachne and Athena to the reader.
B. To tell the readers the stages of Arachne becoming a spider.
C. To entertain and provide a moral value to the readers.
D. To retell the story of Arachne and Athena in the past.
E. To suggest to the readers to do the same thing as Arachne and Athena.

6. Read the following text

Arachne
In ancient Greece, there was a young woman named Arachne who was known for her
exceptional weaving skills. She was so proud of her talent that she boasted that she was a
better weaver than the goddess Athena.
Athena was outraged by this claim and challenged Arachne to a weaving contest. The
two women each created a tapestry, and when the judging was complete, Athena’s tapestry
was declared the winner.
Arachne was devastated by the loss and felt ashamed of her prideful behavior. In her
despair, she tried to hang herself, but Athena took pity on her and turned her into a spider.
From that day on, Arachne spent her days spinning webs and creating intricate
designs. She was a reminder of the dangers of pride and the importance of humility.

What is the main point or conclusion of this story?

A. Arachne, who was arrogant with her weaving skills, was defeated by Athena, and Athena
helped Arachne when she was desperate by turning Arachne into a spider.
B. Athena, who was arrogant with her weaving skills, was defeated by Arachne, and Arachne
helped Athena when she was desperate by turning Arachne into a spider.
C. Arachne won the weaving contest because she worked hard and did not give up easily in
practicing her skills.
D. Athena showed off her weaving skills, so that Arachne wanted to beat her even though it was
by cheating.
E. Athena defeated Arachne in the weaving contest, and Athena turned Arachne into a spider
because Athena wanted revenge on Arachne.

7. Read the following text

 Arachne
In ancient Greece, there was a young woman named Arachne who was known for her
exceptional weaving skills. She was so proud of her talent that she boasted that she was a
better weaver than the goddess Athena.
Athena was outraged by this claim and challenged Arachne to a weaving contest. The
two women each created a tapestry, and when the judging was complete, Athena’s tapestry
was declared the winner.
Arachne was devastated by the loss and felt ashamed of her prideful behavior. In her
despair, she tried to hang herself, but Athena took pity on her and turned her into a spider.
From that day on, Arachne spent her days spinning webs and creating intricate
designs. She was a reminder of the dangers of pride and the importance of humility.

What is the moral message in the text?

A. Be careful of your opponent because your opponent can destroy you.
B. Show off your skills so that people know your extraordinary skills.
C. Don't be arrogant and stay humble even though we have good skills
D. Train your skills continuously and don't let anyone beat you.
E. Don't share knowledge with your opponent and keep your knowledge to yourself.