· Artikel 1
"Jealousy"
I want you to imagine that you are about to visit a small village. It doesn't matter which country it's in because all villages are the same whichever part of the world they are in. There were only about 300 inhabitants in total in this particular village and everyone knew everybody's business. A typical street conversation would run like this: "I hear Joan's going to have a baby next year. I expect it'll be a boy this time I wouldn't be surprised. She's having a nurse come next week to help her with her 5 girls and maybe a boy will make life easier for her!" In this village people usually help each other whenever they can. If someone is going to the "big" town — that is where there are more than a thousand people living in it — invariably they will say to their neighbours: "I'll get you some vegetables, if you like". But it's not all sweetness and light here because there is a longstanding feud going on between two families. I'll let the local gossip, Mary tell you the background. "It must be ten years ago when it all started. I doubt it'll ever stop", she laughed when she said that. "But then I've been told I am to tell you the beginning of it all and also you are to listen, remember. There are two women who are always arguing about something. One of them lives in that huge house over there. Don't look now because she'll open her front door in a minute. She's going to catch the 9.15 bus that goes in ten minutes from that stop there. Now, she's a fine lady, she is. She's due to become a councillor next month after the elections and she'll probably make a good job of it. Now hold on a second the other lady is leaving her house in a minute. Yes, what did I say? She's going to catch the bus too but she'll get on at the next stop to avoid meeting the councillor lady. Now the second lady runs a small restaurant, as a matter of fact I'm taking lunch there later today." I asked Mary why these two women didn't get on. She looked me straight in the eye and said: "Jealousy. One runs a successful restaurant and the councillor lady runs a small guesthouse. Both of them are going to make a lot of money this year because of the festival but the guesthouse lady will make more and she always has done and that's the cause of the trouble."
Now what I haven't told you", continued Mary, "and I'm just about to reveal it, is that there are two other people in the story. Namely the son of one of the ladies and the daughter of the other. And yes, they are getting married next year and the whole village will be invited. It's going to be a big affair" I interrupted Mary at this point and asked her what had happened to the feud. "Oh that doesn't matter much now" continued Mary "they'll be too busy making arrangements for the wedding. They're due to meet a catering firm this morning". "So what's all this about separate bus stops?" I asked. "Oh, that's just for the tourists who are coming here next month." I tried to understand but had one more question: "And what about jealousy?" — "Now, you're not to worry about her. There are plenty of villages round here and she'll soon find another one to visit and cause trouble in" I thanked Mary and walked away, totally confused thinking to myself; "I shall never understand village life."
· Artikel 2
Runners at the ready for BII Maybank international marathon in Bali
Running has become one of the most popular workouts in Indonesia. Identifying oneself as a runner is no longer confined to amateur athletes, but is a title proudly owned by people from different walks of life, including businesspeople and executives who have embraced running as part of their lifestyle.
Many take up running because they want to stay in shape, in addition to the relaxation of escaping their work routines. Every Sunday morning, they head to Jakarta’s central boulevards of Jl. Sudirman and Thamrin or Senayan Sports Stadium.
“Running is a product of the explosion of social entrepreneurship and also the growing middle class who take care of their health by doing sports,” said businessman and avid runner Sandiaga S. Uno.
He adds that running and especially marathons are used by individuals or companies as a medium for social outreach programs or corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts.
Sandiaga pioneered “Berlari Untuk Berbagi” (Running for Sharing), a charity program that raises funds for the needy through competing in marathons.
Unfortunately, international marathon races that are open to the public are rarely held in Indonesia, with the last organized way back in the 1980s. And compared to neighboring countries, Indonesia ranks the lowest in terms of hosting international marathon events. In 2011, for instance, no single international marathon event was held in the nation, compared to eight events in Thailand, six in Singapore, four in Malaysia and two in the Philippines.
Amateur runners have instead been forced to go abroad to compete in such events as the Singapore Marathon, KL Marathon, Gold Coast Australia Marathon, Berlin Marathon and New York Marathon.
The good news for runners is that Bank International Indonesia (BII) Maybank will organize an international open marathon on April 22 in Bali, with the Bali Safari Marine Park, Gianyar, designated as the starting and finishing point.
About 2,500 participants, both professional runners and amateur enthusiasts, are expected to take part in the BII Maybank Bali Marathon, with a full marathon (42.19 kilometers), half marathon (21.09-km) and 10-km race.
BII Maybank said its reasons for organizing the event were to meet the needs of the increasing numbers of marathon enthusiasts in Indonesia amid a dearth of competitions.
“Besides promoting Indonesia in general on the international athletic map, the marathon event is also part of BII’s CSR program,” said BII’s general legal counsel Satyo Haryo Wibowo, who is a co-race director.
Bali has been selected as the venue because it is one of the world’s top tourist destinations, offering cultural wealth and beautiful scenery to visitors. The route will allow the participants to enjoy Bali’s legendary vistas.
“It covers not only the main road, but participants will also see paddy fields, kampongs and Balinese temples, gamelan, dancers and other exotic scenery,” he said.
“Besides Bali has sufficient infrastructure and supporting facilities, hotels and adequate airport, which will meet the requirements for holding an international-scale marathon.”
To ensure that the marathon proceeds smoothly, BII Maybank has coordinated with the Bali governor, Denpasar mayor and Gianyar regent, and is also closely cooperating with several parties that have extensive experience in organizing sports events.
“Barbara Oravetz, founder of Jakarta Free Spirit, one of the running clubs in Jakarta, is assisting us in this regard,” he said, adding that Mark Clay, a triathlon ironman, and Bali Discovery Tour event organizer that organizes the Bali International Triathlon, are also involved in its organization.
According to Satyo, the marathon will be held in accordance with standards set by international practice. The BII Maybank organizing team has cooperated with the Association of International Marathon and Distance Races (AIMS) on ensuring the proper race course.
“The AIMS has sent Dave Cundy to conduct measurements on the distance of the race. Dave Cundy has extensive experience in conducting measurements on race distances and already holds Grade A as an IAAF-AIMS course measurer,” he said.
Participants will have a time chip attached to their leg, enabling the speed of each runner to be recorded.
BII Maybank is offering US$20,000 in prize money for the marathon champion and $10,000 for the 10-km race winner. “As a form of appreciation for their participation, all participants will be entitled to a medal as a finisher,” Satyo said.
To date, about 1,500, or more than 50 percent, of the targeted 2,500 runners have registered and confirmed their participation in the event. “Many of the participants are runners from other countries, such as Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Switzerland and the United States,” Satyo said.
The walk-in registration, which began in December 2011, will remain open until April 10, while online registration will be open until April 12.
Those interested in participating in the BII Maybank Bali Marathon should visit balimarathon.com for more information.
- Kalimat Future Tense (Verbal)
1. maybe a boy will make life easier for her
2. I'll get you some vegetables, if you like
3. I'll let the local gossip
4. I doubt it'll ever stop
5. Don't look now because she'll open her front door in a minute
6. she'll get on at the next stop to avoid meeting the councillor lady
7. The good news for runners is that Bank International Indonesia (BII) Maybank will organize an international open marathon on April 22 in Bali
8. The route will allow the participants to enjoy Bali’s legendary vistas
9. which will meet the requirements for holding an international-scale marathon.
- Kalimat Future Tense (Non Verbal)
1. I expect it'll be a boy this time I wouldn't be surprised
2. they are getting married next year and the whole village will be invited
3. they'll be too busy making arrangements for the wedding
4. the marathon will be held in accordance with standards set by international practice
5. all participants will be entitled to a medal as a finisher
6. while online registration will be open until April 12
Sumber :
Koran Jakarta Post Sunday, 8 April 2012
http://www.testden.com/challenge/free-toefl-gsa.as
