Factual Report is a text that describes something based on facts, not opinions. It tells about things as they really are.
Factual Report adalah teks yang menjelaskan sesuatu berdasarkan fakta, bukan pendapat. Teks ini menjelaskan hal-hal sebagaimana adanya.
A. Study the following.
Famous - terkenal
Locate - berlokqsi
Establish - didirikan
Dutch - belanda
Goverment - pemerintah
Cover - mencakup
Species of plants -
Rare - langka
Giant tree - pohon raksasa
Orchid - anggrek
Water lilies - teratai
Research - penelitian
Scientis - ilmuan
Historical - bersrjarah
Palace - istana
Biodiversity - keanekaragaman hayati.
B. Example of Factual Report Text
Bogor Botanical Garden
Bogor Botanical Garden is one of the oldest and most famous botanical gardens in Indonesia. It is located in the center of Bogor city, West Java, and was established in 1817 by the Dutch government.
The garden covers about 87 hectares and has more than 15,000 species of plants, including rare and endangered plants. Visitors can find giant trees, orchids, palms, and water lilies.
Bogor Botanical Garden is not only a tourist attraction but also a research and education center. Scientists from around the world come to study plants and conservation here.
The garden also has historical buildings, such as the Presidential Palace of Bogor. It is a perfect place for recreation, walking, and learning about biodiversity.
Kebun Raya Bogor
Kebun Raya Bogor adalah salah satu kebun botani tertua dan paling terkenal di Indonesia. Kebun ini terletak di pusat kota Bogor, Jawa Barat, dan didirikan pada tahun 1817 oleh pemerintah Belanda.
Luas kebun ini sekitar 87 hektare dan memiliki lebih dari 15.000 spesies tanaman, termasuk tanaman langka dan yang hampir punah. Pengunjung dapat menemukan pohon raksasa, anggrek, palem, dan bunga teratai.
Kebun Raya Bogor bukan hanya tempat wisata, tetapi juga pusat penelitian dan pendidikan. Ilmuwan dari seluruh dunia datang untuk mempelajari tanaman dan konservasi di sini.
Di dalam kebun ini juga terdapat bangunan bersejarah, seperti Istana Presiden Bogor. Tempat ini sangat cocok untuk rekreasi, berjalan-jalan, dan belajar tentang keanekaragaman hayati.
B..Exercises
2. When was the garden established?
a. 1817
b. 1917
c. 2000
d. 1945
3. How large is the garden?
a. 57 hectares
b. 77 hectares
c. 87 hectares
d. 100 hectares
4. How many species of plants are there?
a. More than 5,000
b. More than 10,000
c. More than 15,000
d. More than 20,000
5. What other building is inside the garden?
a. Jakarta Cathedral
b. Bogor Presidential Palace
c. National Monument
d. Museum Gajah
D. Example of Factual Report Text
Mount Salak
Mount Salak is a volcano located in West Java, Indonesia, near the city of Bogor. It is one of the most well-known mountains in the region. Mount Salak is about 2,211 meters high above sea level.
This mountain has a unique ecosystem. The lower area is covered with tropical rainforest, while the upper part has a cooler climate with pine trees. Many rivers and waterfalls come from this mountain, such as Curug Nangka and Curug Seribu.
Mount Salak is also home to various kinds of animals, including birds, monkeys, and insects. In addition, it has cultural and historical value. Local people consider the mountain sacred and often visit it for traditional ceremonies.
Although it is not very high compared to other volcanoes in Indonesia, Mount Salak is famous for its natural beauty and biodiversity. It is a popular destination for hiking, camping, and research.
Gunung Salak
Gunung Salak adalah gunung berapi yang terletak di Jawa Barat, Indonesia, dekat kota Bogor. Gunung ini merupakan salah satu gunung yang terkenal di daerah tersebut. Tinggi Gunung Salak sekitar 2.211 meter di atas permukaan laut.
Gunung ini memiliki ekosistem yang unik. Bagian bawahnya ditutupi hutan hujan tropis, sedangkan bagian atas memiliki iklim lebih sejuk dengan pohon pinus. Banyak sungai dan air terjun yang berasal dari gunung ini, seperti Curug Nangka dan Curug Seribu.
Gunung Salak juga menjadi rumah bagi berbagai jenis hewan, termasuk burung, monyet, dan serangga. Selain itu, gunung ini memiliki nilai budaya dan sejarah. Masyarakat setempat menganggap gunung ini keramat dan sering mengunjunginya untuk upacara tradisional.
Meskipun tidak terlalu tinggi dibandingkan gunung berapi lain di Indonesia, Gunung Salak terkenal karena keindahan alam dan keanekaragaman hayatinya. Gunung ini menjadi tujuan populer untuk mendaki, berkemah, dan penelitian.
Struktur Teks:
- General Classification: paragraf 1 (tentang Gunung Salak secara umum)
- Description: paragraf 2–4 (ekosistem, hewan, budaya, fungsi
1. Where is Mount Salak located?
(Di mana Gunung Salak berada?)
a. Central Java
b. West Java
c. East Java
d. North Sumatra
👉 Answer: b. West Java
2. How high is Mount Salak?
(Berapa tinggi Gunung Salak?)
a. 1,500 meters
b. 2,111 meters
c. 2,211 meters
d. 3,211 meters
👉 Answer: c. 2,211 meters
3. What covers the lower area of Mount Salak?
(Apa yang menutupi bagian bawah Gunung Salak?)
a. Pine forest
b. Tropical rainforest
c. Savanna
d. Tea plantation
👉 Answer: b. Tropical rainforest
4. What is found in the upper part of Mount Salak?
(Apa yang ada di bagian atas Gunung Salak?)
a. Hot springs
b. Pine trees
c. Desert
d. Rice fields
👉 Answer: b. Pine trees
5. Which waterfalls come from Mount Salak?
(Air terjun mana yang berasal dari Gunung Salak?)
a. Curug Nangka and Curug Seribu
b. Curug Cimahi and Curug Dago
c. Curug Tumpak Sewu and Curug Madakaripura
d. Curug Lawe and Curug Semirang
👉 Answer: a. Curug Nangka and Curug Seribu
6. What animals can be found in Mount Salak?
(Hewan apa yang bisa ditemukan di Gunung Salak?)
a. Elephants and tigers
b. Birds, monkeys, and insects
c. Snakes and crocodiles
d. Horses and cows
👉 Answer: b. Birds, monkeys, and insects
7. How do local people consider Mount Salak?
(Bagaimana masyarakat setempat menganggap Gunung Salak?)
a. Dangerous
b. Sacred
c. Ordinary
d. Useless
👉 Answer: b. Sacred
8. What activities can tourists do in Mount Salak?
(Aktivitas apa yang bisa dilakukan wisatawan di Gunung Salak?)
a. Skiing and diving
b. Shopping and dancing
c. Hiking, camping, and research
d. Farming and fishing
👉 Answer: c. Hiking, camping, and research
9. The generic structure “General Classification” can be found in …
(Struktur teks “General Classification” dapat ditemukan di …)
a. Paragraph 1
b. Paragraph 2
c. Paragraph 3
d. Paragraph 4
👉 Answer: a. Paragraph 1
10. The purpose of the text about Mount Salak is …
(Tujuan teks tentang Gunung Salak adalah …)
a. To tell a funny story about Mount Salak
b. To describe Mount Salak based on facts
c. To explain how to climb Mount Salak
d. To entertain readers with a legend
👉 Answer: b. To describe Mount Salak based on factsm
Example topics: animals, plants, natural phenomena, places, objects, etc.
Contoh topik: hewan, tumbuhan, fenomena alam, tempat, benda, dan sebagainya.2
2. Social Function (Fungsi Sosial)
- To give factual information about something.
- Untuk memberikan informasi faktual tentang sesuatu.
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General Classification (Klasifikasi Umum)
→ States the group or class of the subject being discussed.
→ Menyatakan kelompok atau kelas dari subjek yang dibahas. -
Description (Deskripsi)
→ Gives details about the subject, such as parts, behavior, use, or qualities.
→ Memberikan rincian tentang subjek, seperti bagian, perilaku, kegunaan, atau sifat.
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Use of general nouns (contoh: Tigers, Water, The Earth).
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Penggunaan kata benda umum (contoh: Harimau, Air, Bumi).
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Use of present tense (contoh: The sun rises in the east).
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Penggunaan present tense (contoh: Matahari terbit di timur).
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Use of linking verbs: is, are, has, have.
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Penggunaan kata kerja penghubung: is, are, has, have.
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Use of technical terms (contoh: photosynthesis, mammals, habitat).
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Penggunaan istilah teknis (contoh: fotosintesis, mamalia, habitat
(Contoh Teks Factual Report)
English
The Elephant
Elephants are the largest land animals in the world. They belong to the family of mammals.
Elephants have big ears, long trunks, and tusks. They use their trunks to eat, drink, and carry things.
Elephants live in forests and grasslands in Africa and Asia. They usually live in groups.
Indonesia
Gajah
Gajah adalah hewan darat terbesar di dunia. Mereka termasuk dalam keluarga mamalia.
Gajah memiliki telinga besar, belalai panjang, dan gading. Mereka menggunakan belalai untuk makan, minum, dan membawa benda.
Gajah hidup di hutan dan padang rumput di Afrika dan Asia. Mereka biasanya hidup berkelompok.
6. Exercises.
A. Identify the structure (Identifikasi struktur)
Read the text about Elephant above. Which part is:
(Bacalah teks tentang Gajah di atas. Bagian mana yang termasuk:)
- General Classification
- Description
- The sun is a star in the center of the Solar System.
- Whales are the largest animals in the ocean.
Choose one topic (Pilih salah satu topik):
- Cat (Kucing)
- Rose (Mawar)
- Volcano (Gunung Berapi)
- The Moon (Bulan)
Exercises – Factual Report Text
Text for questions 1–5
English
The Sun
The Sun is the star at the center of the Solar System. It is the most important source of energy for life on Earth. The Sun is a medium-sized star and it looks bigger than other stars because it is the closest star to Earth.
Indonesia
Matahari
Matahari adalah bintang di pusat Tata Surya. Matahari adalah sumber energi terpenting bagi kehidupan di Bumi. Matahari adalah bintang berukuran sedang dan terlihat lebih besar dari bintang lain karena letaknya paling dekat dengan Bumi.
1. What is the Sun?
(Apa itu Matahari?)
a. A planet
b. A star
c. A moon
d. An asteroid
👉 Answer: b. A star
2. Why does the Sun look bigger than other stars?
(Mengapa Matahari terlihat lebih besar dari bintang lain?)
a. Because it is very hot
b. Because it is very bright
c. Because it is closest to Earth
d. Because it is the only star
👉 Answer: c. Because it is closest to Earth
3. What is the function of the Sun?
(Apa fungsi Matahari?)
a. To shine in the night
b. To give light to the Moon
c. To give energy for life on Earth
d. To move the planets
👉 Answer: c. To give energy for life on Earth
4. The text above is a …
(Teks di atas adalah …)
a. Narrative
b. Factual Report
c. Recount
d. Procedure
👉 Answer: b. Factual Report
5. Which tense is mostly used in the text?
(Tense apa yang paling banyak digunakan dalam teks?)
a. Past tense
b. Future tense
c. Present tense
d. Past continuous tense
👉 Answer: c. Present tense
B. Part B. Vocabulary (Kosakata)
6. “Mammals” in Indonesian is …
a. Mamalia
b. Reptil
c. Burung
d. Amfibi
👉 Answer: a. Mamalia
7. The word “habitat” means …
a. Makanan (food)
b. Tempat hidup (living place)
c. Perjalanan (journey)
d. Warna (color)
👉 Answer: b. Tempat hidup (living place)
8. “Whales are aquatic animals.” The underlined word means …
(Kata “aquatic” artinya …)
a. Hewan darat
b. Hewan laut
c. Hewan udara
d. Hewan hutan
👉 Answer: b. Hewan laut
9. “The Earth rotates on its axis.” The word “axis” means …
(Kata “axis” artinya …)
a. Lintasan
b. Sumbu
c. Cahaya
d. Lapisan
👉 Answer: b. Sumbu
10. “Volcanoes can erupt anytime.” The word “erupt” means …
(Kata “erupt” artinya …)
a. Meletus
b. Membeku
c. Mencair
d. Mengering
👉 Answer: a. Meletus
Part C. Identifying Structure (Mengidentifikasi Struktur)
11. Which part of a factual report introduces the subject?
(Bagian mana dari factual report yang memperkenalkan subjek?)
a. Description
b. General Classification
c. Orientation
d. Resolution
👉 Answer: b. General Classification
12. Which part gives details?
(Bagian mana yang memberikan rincian?)
a. Description
b. General Classification
c. Orientation
d. Identification
👉 Answer: a. Description
13. “Elephants are the largest land animals.” This sentence belongs to …
(Kalimat ini termasuk …)
a. Description
b. General Classification
c. Orientation
d. Reorientation
👉 Answer: b. General Classification
14. “They have trunks, tusks, and big ears.” This sentence belongs to …
(Kalimat ini termasuk …)
a. Description
b. Orientation
c. Complication
d. Identification
👉 Answer: a. Description
15. Which is NOT used in factual report text?
(Manakah yang BUKAN digunakan dalam teks factual report?)
a. Present tense
b. General nouns
c. Technical terms
d. Past tense
👉 Answer: d. Past tense
C. Part D. Translation (Terjemahan)
16. Translate into English: “Gunung berapi adalah gunung yang dapat meletus dan mengeluarkan lava.”
👉 Answer: Volcano is a mountain that can erupt and produce lava.
17. Translate into Indonesian: “The Moon is the Earth’s only natural satellite.”
👉 Answer: Bulan adalah satu-satunya satelit alami Bumi.
18. Translate into English: “Harimau adalah hewan karnivora yang hidup di hutan.”
👉 Answer: Tigers are carnivorous animals that live in the forest.
19. Translate into Indonesian: “Roses are flowering plants that have beautiful colors and fragrance.”
👉 Answer: Mawar adalah tanaman berbunga yang memiliki warna indah dan wangi.
20. Translate into English: “Paus adalah hewan terbesar di lautan.”
👉 Answer: Whales are the largest animals in the ocean.
Hot Springs in Mount Salak
Mount Salak in Bogor, West Java, is not only famous for its forests and waterfalls but also for its natural hot springs. These hot springs come from geothermal activity beneath the volcano. The heat from the Earth warms the underground water, which then rises to the surface as hot mineral water.
The hot springs in Mount Salak contain minerals such as sulfur, which are believed to have health benefits. Many people visit the hot springs to relax, refresh their bodies, and treat skin problems.
Hot springs can be found in several areas around Mount Salak, especially in popular tourist spots. Local people manage some of these hot springs as public bathing places. They become attractive destinations for both local and international visitors.
Versi Indonesia
Pemandian Air Panas di Gunung Salak
Gunung Salak di Bogor, Jawa Barat, tidak hanya terkenal dengan hutan dan air terjunnya, tetapi juga dengan pemandian air panas alaminya. Pemandian air panas ini berasal dari aktivitas geotermal di bawah gunung berapi. Panas dari dalam bumi memanaskan air tanah, yang kemudian muncul ke permukaan sebagai air mineral panas.
Pemandian air panas di Gunung Salak mengandung mineral seperti belerang, yang dipercaya memiliki manfaat kesehatan. Banyak orang mengunjungi pemandian air panas untuk bersantai, menyegarkan tubuh, dan mengobati masalah kulit.
Pemandian air panas dapat ditemukan di beberapa daerah sekitar Gunung Salak, terutama di tempat wisata populer. Masyarakat setempat mengelola sebagian pemandian air panas ini sebagai tempat pemandian umum. Tempat ini menjadi destinasi menarik bagi wisatawan lokal maupun mancanegara
N. Exercises – Hot Springs in Mount Salak
(Latihan – Pemandian Air Panas di Gunung Salak)
1. What makes hot springs in Mount Salak?
(Apa yang menyebabkan adanya pemandian air panas di Gunung Salak?)
a. Rainwater
b. Geothermal activity
c. River flow
d. Human activity
👉 Answer: b. Geothermal activity
2. What minerals are mentioned in the hot springs?
(Mineral apa yang disebutkan ada di pemandian air panas?)
a. Salt
b. Iron
c. Sulfur
d. Gold
👉 Answer: c. Sulfur
3. What do people usually do in hot springs?
(Apa yang biasanya dilakukan orang di pemandian air panas?)
a. Fishing and swimming
b. Hiking and climbing
c. Relaxing and treating skin problems
d. Cooking and washing
👉 Answer: c. Relaxing and treating skin problems
4. Where can the hot springs be found?
(Di mana pemandian air panas bisa ditemukan?)
a. Only in the city center
b. Around Mount Salak, in tourist spots
c. Inside caves
d. In the ocean
👉 Answer: b. Around Mount Salak, in tourist spots
5. Who manages some of the hot springs?
(Siapa yang mengelola sebagian pemandian air panas?)
a. International companies
b. Local people
c. The government only
d. Foreign tourists
👉 Answer: b. Local people
6. The word “geothermal” means …
(Kata “geothermal” artinya …)
a. Panas bumi
b. Panas udara
c. Panas laut
d. Panas api
👉 Answer: a. Panas bumi
7. What is the social function of the text?
(Apa fungsi sosial dari teks ini?)
a. To tell a funny story
b. To describe hot springs based on facts
c. To explain how to build a hot spring
d. To persuade people to swim
👉 Answer: b. To describe hot springs based on facts
8. Which part of the text gives general information about hot springs?
(Bagian teks mana yang memberi informasi umum tentang pemandian air panas?)
a. Paragraph 1
b. Paragraph 2
c. Paragraph 3
d. Paragraph 4
👉 Answer: a. Paragraph 1
9. “They become attractive destinations …” The word “they” refers to …
(Kata “they” merujuk pada …)
a. Local people
b. Hot springs
c. Tourists
d. Waterfalls
👉 Answer: b. Hot springs
Factual Report Text
English Version
Curug Seribu in Mount Salak
Curug Seribu is one of the most famous waterfalls located in the Mount Salak area, Bogor, West Java. The name “Curug Seribu” means “A Thousand Waterfalls.” It is the largest waterfall in the Mount Salak region.
The waterfall is about 100 meters high and surrounded by dense tropical forest. The air around the waterfall is cool and fresh, making it a favorite place for nature lovers. The sound of falling water can be heard from a distance.
Curug Seribu is also part of Mount Halimun-Salak National Park. Visitors must walk through natural tracks to reach the waterfall. Along the way, they can enjoy the beauty of the forest, birds, and fresh air.
This waterfall is popular for tourism, photography, and relaxation. However, because the water flow is very strong, visitors are advised to be careful and not to swim directly under the waterfall.
Versi Indonesia
Curug Seribu di Gunung Salak
Curug Seribu adalah salah satu air terjun paling terkenal yang terletak di kawasan Gunung Salak, Bogor, Jawa Barat. Nama “Curug Seribu” berarti “Seribu Air Terjun.” Ini adalah air terjun terbesar di kawasan Gunung Salak.
Air terjun ini memiliki ketinggian sekitar 100 meter dan dikelilingi hutan hujan tropis yang lebat. Udara di sekitar air terjun sejuk dan segar, menjadikannya tempat favorit bagi pecinta alam. Suara air yang jatuh bisa terdengar dari kejauhan.
Curug Seribu juga merupakan bagian dari Taman Nasional Halimun-Salak. Pengunjung harus berjalan melewati jalur alami untuk mencapai air terjun. Di sepanjang perjalanan, mereka bisa menikmati keindahan hutan, burung, dan udara segar.
Air terjun ini populer untuk wisata, fotografi, dan relaksasi. Namun, karena aliran airnya sangat deras, pengunjung disarankan berhati-hati dan tidak berenang langsung di bawah air terjun.
Exercises – Curug Seribu
(Latihan – Curug Seribu)
1. Where is Curug Seribu located?
(Di mana Curug Seribu berada?)
a. Bandung, West Java
b. Mount Salak, Bogor
c. Mount Bromo, East Java
d. Central Kalimantan
👉 Answer: b. Mount Salak, Bogor
2. What does “Curug Seribu” mean?
(Apa arti “Curug Seribu”?)
a. A Hundred Waterfalls
b. A Thousand Waterfalls
c. Big Waterfall
d. Sacred Waterfall
👉 Answer: b. A Thousand Waterfalls
3. How high is Curug Seribu?
(Berapa tinggi Curug Seribu?)
a. 50 meters
b. 75 meters
c. 100 meters
d. 150 meters
👉 Answer: c. 100 meters
4. What surrounds the waterfall?
(Apa yang mengelilingi air terjun?)
a. Desert
b. Rice fields
c. Tropical forest
d. Villages
👉 Answer: c. Tropical forest
5. Which national park includes Curug Seribu?
(Taman nasional apa yang mencakup Curug Seribu?)
a. Ujung Kulon National Park
b. Halimun-Salak National Park
c. Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park
d. Baluran National Park
👉 Answer: b. Halimun-Salak National Park
6. What must visitors do to reach Curug Seribu?
(Apa yang harus dilakukan pengunjung untuk sampai ke Curug Seribu?)
a. Take a boat
b. Walk through natural tracks
c. Ride a bus
d. Fly by helicopter
👉 Answer: b. Walk through natural tracks
7. What is the function of Curug Seribu for tourists?
(Apa fungsi Curug Seribu bagi wisatawan?)
a. For farming
b. For relaxation and tourism
c. For mining
d. For transportation
👉 Answer: b. For relaxation and tourism8
8. Why are visitors advised not to swim under the waterfall?
(Mengapa pengunjung disarankan tidak berenang di bawah air terjun?)
a. Because the water is dirty
b. Because the flow is very strong
c. Because the water is cold
d. Because it is too shallow
👉 Answer: b. Because the flow is very strong
9. Which part of the text is the General Classification?
(Bagian mana dari teks yang merupakan General Classification?)
a. Paragraph 1
b. Paragraph 2
c. Paragraph 3
d. Paragraph 4
👉 Answer: a. Paragraph 1
10. Translate into English:
“Curug Seribu adalah destinasi wisata populer di Bogor
👉 Answer: Curug Seribu is a popular tourist destination in Bogor.
1. Factual Report: Kawah Ratu (Queen Crater), Mount Salak
Kawah Ratu
Kawah Ratu, or Queen Crater, is one of the most popular natural attractions in Mount Salak, Bogor, West Java. It is an active volcanic crater that still releases smoke and sulfur gas.
The crater is located about 1,400 meters above sea level. To reach it, visitors usually hike through forest tracks. The journey takes several hours, but the scenery along the way is beautiful, with rivers, trees, and fresh air.
Kawah Ratu is not only a geological site but also has historical and cultural value. Local people believe the crater has mystical energy. Because of its volcanic activity, visitors are advised to be careful and not to get too close to the smoke.
Versi Indonesia
Kawah Ratu
Kawah Ratu adalah salah satu objek wisata alam paling populer di Gunung Salak, Bogor, Jawa Barat. Kawah ini merupakan kawah vulkanik aktif yang masih mengeluarkan asap dan gas belerang.
Kawah ini berada di ketinggian sekitar 1.400 meter di atas permukaan laut. Untuk mencapainya, pengunjung biasanya mendaki melalui jalur hutan. Perjalanan memakan waktu beberapa jam, namun pemandangan sepanjang jalan indah, dengan sungai, pepohonan, dan udara segar.
Kawah Ratu bukan hanya situs geologi, tetapi juga memiliki nilai sejarah dan budaya. Masyarakat setempat percaya kawah ini memiliki energi mistis. Karena aktivitas vulkaniknya, pengunjung disarankan berhati-hati dan tidak terlalu dekat dengan asap.
Exercises – Kawah Ratu
1. Where is Kawah Ratu located?
a. Bandung
b. Mount Salak, Bogor
c. Mount Bromo
d. Central Kalimantan
👉 Answer: b
2. What does Kawah Ratu still release?
a. Water and lava
b. Smoke and sulfur gas
c. Ice and snow
d. Wind and rain
👉 Answer: b
3. How high is Kawah Ratu?
a. 1000 m
b. 1200 m
c. 1400 m
d. 2000 m
👉 Answer: c
4. What must visitors do to reach Kawah Ratu?
a. Take a bus
b. Hike through the forest
c. Ride a car
d. Use a boat
👉 Answer: b
5. Why must visitors be careful at Kawah Ratu?
a. Because of strong wind
b. Because of volcanic activity
c. Because of wild animals
d. Because of deep rivers
👉 Answer: b
2. Factual Report: Bogor Botanical Garden
MINI MODUL
Factual Report Text – Bogor Tourism & Nature
(Teks Factual Report – Wisata & Alam Bogor)
🎯 Learning Objectives (Tujuan Pembelajaran)
- Students understand the structure and purpose of factual report text.
- Students can identify general classification and description.
- Students practice reading comprehension through texts about Bogor.
- Students build vocabulary about nature and tourism.
📖 What is a Factual Report?
English:
A factual report is a text that describes things, places, animals, or phenomena based on facts. It usually consists of:
- General Classification – introducing the topic generally.
- Description – explaining details such as features, functions, or uniqueness.
Indonesian:
Factual report adalah teks yang menjelaskan sesuatu (benda, tempat, hewan, fenomena) berdasarkan fakta. Biasanya terdiri dari:
- Klasifikasi Umum – pengenalan topik secara umum.
- Deskripsi – penjelasan detail tentang ciri, fungsi, atau keunikannya.
📌 Examples of Factual Reports
1. Mount Salak
(Gunung Salak)
Gunung berapi terkenal di Bogor dengan ketinggian 2.211 m, memiliki hutan hujan tropis, pinus, air terjun, serta nilai budaya.
2. Curug Seribu (A Thousand Waterfalls)
Air terjun terbesar di Gunung Salak dengan tinggi ±100 m, berada di Taman Nasional Halimun-Salak, populer untuk wisata alam.
3. Kawah Ratu (Queen Crater)
Kawah vulkanik aktif di Gunung Salak, mengeluarkan asap dan gas belerang. Berada di ketinggian ±1.400 m, memiliki nilai geologi dan budaya.
4. Bogor Botanical Garden
Kebun botani tertua di Indonesia (1817), luas 87 hektare, memiliki 15.000 spesies tanaman, berfungsi untuk wisata, penelitian, dan konservasi.
📘 Vocabulary Bank (Kosa Kata Penting)
| English | Indonesian |
|---|---|
| Volcano | Gunung berapi |
| Waterfall | Air terjun |
| Crater | Kawah |
| Botanical garden | Kebun raya/botani |
| Tropical rainforest | Hutan hujan tropis |
| Biodiversity | Keanekaragaman hayati |
| Hiking | Mendaki |
| Conservation | Konservasi |
| Mineral | Mineral |
| Sacred | Keramat |
📝 Exercises
A. Multiple Choice – Mount Salak & Curug Seribu
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How high is Mount Salak?
(Berapa tinggi Gunung Salak?)
a. 1,500 m
b. 2,211 m ✅
c. 3,000 m
d. 2,500 m -
What covers the lower area of Mount Salak?
(Apa yang menutupi bagian bawah Gunung Salak?)
a. Pine forest
b. Tropical rainforest ✅
c. Desert
d. Rice fields -
How high is Curug Seribu?
(Berapa tinggi Curug Seribu?)
a. 50 m
b. 75 m
c. 100 m ✅
d. 120 m -
Which national park includes Curug Seribu?
(Taman nasional apa yang mencakup Curug Seribu?)
a. Ujung Kulon
b. Halimun-Salak ✅
c. Bromo-Tengger
d. Baluran
B. Multiple Choice – Kawah Ratu & Botanical Garden
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What does Kawah Ratu still release?
(Apa yang masih dikeluarkan Kawah Ratu?)
a. Water
b. Smoke and sulfur gas ✅
c. Ice
d. Rain -
How high is Kawah Ratu?
(Berapa ketinggiannya?)
a. 1000 m
b. 1200 m
c. 1400 m ✅
d. 2000 m -
When was Bogor Botanical Garden established?
(Kapan Kebun Raya Bogor didirikan?)
a. 1817 ✅
b. 1917
c. 2000
d. 1945 -
How many plant species are in the Botanical Garden?
(Berapa spesies tanaman di Kebun Raya Bogor?)
a. 5,000
b. 10,000
c. 15,000+ ✅
d. 20,000
C. Translation
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Translate into English:
“Curug Seribu adalah air terjun terbesar di kawasan Gunung Salak.”
👉 Curug Seribu is the largest waterfall in the Mount Salak area. -
Translate into Indonesian:
“Bogor Botanical Garden is a center for tourism, education, and research.”
👉 Kebun Raya Bogor adalah pusat wisata, pendidikan, dan penelitian.
🎯 Summary
- Factual Report Text is used to describe places, animals, or phenomena based on facts.
- General Classification = introduction, Description = detailed explanation.
- Examples in Bogor: Mount Salak, Curug Seribu, Kawah Ratu, Botanical Garden.
👉 Modul ini sudah siap dipakai untuk mengajar siswa SMP/SMA.
Apakah kamu mau saya tambahkan juga aktivitas menulis (Writing Task), misalnya: “Write your own factual report about a tourist place in your town” agar siswa bisa praktik membuat teks mereka sendiri?
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