Describing place Bogor

Describing Place

Mount Salak

A Study the following.

- Where is Mount Salak located?

Di mana Gunung Salak berada?

- Can you give me some information about

mount salak?

Bisa kamu beri saya informasi mengenai

gunung salak?

- Mount salak errupted in 1938.

Gunung salak meletus tahun 1938

- You can see waterfall, crsater, hot spring

Kamu bisa lihat air terjun, kawah, air panas

- The famous crater called Kawah Ratu.

Kawah yang terkenak di sebut kawah ratu

- Mount salak is considered an active volcano.

Gunung salak di anggap maaih aktip

- What is the view like from the top?

Seperti apa pemandangan dari puncaknya?

- Mount salak is about 2,211 meters

high.above sea level

Gunung salak Tingginya sekitar 2.211

meter.

- The trail to Kawah Ratu is quite

challenging.

jalur ke kawah ratu cukup menantang.

B. Vocabulary.

Mountain Peak -Puncak Gunung

Waterfall - Air Terjun

Hot Spring - Mata Air Panas

Crater - Kawah

Forest - Hutan

Hiking - Mendaki

Trekking - Trekking

Rock Climbing - Panjat Tebing

Camping Ground - Area Kemping

Guided - pemandu

Scenic View - Pemandangan Indah

Sunrise - Matahari Terbit

Sunset - Matahari Terbenam)l

Biodiversity Keanekaragaman Hayati

B. Dialogue.

Maunt Salak.

Kevin: Can you give me some information about Mount Salak?

- Bisa kamu beri informasi mengenai gunung salak?

Budi : Of course! Mount Salak is a volcano located in West Java, near Bogor. It is about 2,211 meters high.

- Tentu! Gunung Salak adalah gunung berapi yang terletak di Jawa Barat, dekat Bogor. Tingginya sekitar 2.211 meter.

Kevin : Is it still active?

- Apa kah masih Aktip?

Budi : Yes, it is considered an active volcano, but its last eruption was a long time ago.

Ya, gunung ini dianggap masih aktif, tetapi letusan terakhirnya sudah lama sekali.

Kevin : What can visitors see there?

- Apa yang bisa di lihat pengunjung disana?

Budi : Visitors can enjoy waterfalls such as Curug Seribu, hot springs, the crater called Kawah Ratu, and beautiful hiking trails.

- Pengunjung bisa menikmati air terjun seperti Curug Seribu, pemandian air panas, kawah yang disebut Kawah Ratu, dan jalur pendakian yang indah.

Kevin : That sounds great! Can beginners hike there?

- Kedengan nya bagus, bisakah pemula mendaki di sana ?

Budi : Yes, but some trails are quite challenging. It’s better to go with a local guide for safety.

- Ya, tapi beberapa jalur cukup menantang. Lebih baik pergi bersama pemandu lokal demi keamanan.

Kevin: Thank you for the information.

- Terima kasih atas informasinya?

Budi : You’re welcome! Enjoy your trip to Mount Salak.

- Sama-sama! Selamat menikmati perjalanan ke Gunung Salak.

C. Word and sentence.

1. Mount salak - Gunung salak

A mountain/volcano in West Java

Gunung berapi di Jawa Barat)

2.. Volcano - Gunung berapior release lava

A mountain with magma possible

eruptions

Gunung dengan magma dan kemungkinan

letusan

3. Eruption - Letusan

When a volcano explodes or releases lava Saat gunung meletus atau mengeluarkan

lava

4. Altitude/ height - ketinggian

How tall the mountain is ?

Seberapa tinggi gunung

5. Creater - kawah

A large hole at the top of a volcano

Lubang besar di puncak gunung berapi

6. Kawah ratu. Kawah ratu

A famous crater of Mount Salak

Kawah terkenal di Gunung Salak

7. Water fall - Air terjun

Falling water from a height

Air jatuh dari ketinggian

8. Curug seribu

Famous waterfall at Mount Salak

Air terjun terkenal di Gunung Salak

9. Hot spring - pemandian air panas

Natural warm water pool

Kolam air hangat alami

10. Trail/ hikking path - jalan pendakian

Path used by hikking

Jalur yg di gunakan pendaki

10. Challenging - manantang

Not easy require effort

Tidak mudah butuh usaha

11. Scenery - pemandangan/

It is bequtiful scenary

Pemandangan yang indah

12 Natural view - pemandangan alam.

From the top you see natural view

Dari atas kamu lihat pemandangan alm

13. Mist / fog - kabut

Cloudy air near the ground

Udara berkabut di sekitar gunung

14. Sacred mountain - gunung keramat

Some people believe mount salak has

mystical engerg

Sebagian orang percaya gunung salak

punya energi mistis

D. Exercise.

Question & Answer practice.

1.Budi : Can you give me some information

about mount salak?

Bisa kamu beri informasi mengenai gunung

salak?

Alwi : Yes, I can.

Ya, bisa

2. Budi : Where is Mount Salak located?

Di mana Gunung Salak berada?

Alwi : It is located in Bogor, Wes Java,

Lokasinya Bogor, Jawa Barat,

3. Budi : Can you tell me, How high is Mount

salak?

Bisa ceritakan, Seberapa tinggi gunung

salak

Alwi : it is about 2,211 meters high above

sea level

Itu tingginya sekitar 2.211 meter di atas

pemukaan laut.

4. Budi : What natural attractions can we see

around Mount Salak?

Apa Objek alam yang kita bisa lihat di

di sekitar Gunung Salak?

Alwi : We can see waterfalls, hot springs

and the famous crater Kawah Ratu.

Kita bisa lihat air terjun,pemandian, air -

panas, dan kawah terkenal Yaitu kawah

Ratu.

5. Budi : Is Mount Salak an active volcano?

Apakah Gunung Salak gunung api yang

aktif?

Alwi : Yes, it is an active volcano, but it

rarely errupt

ya, gunung salak gunung beapi aktip,

tetapi jarang meletus.

6. Budi : What is the weather like on Mount

salak?

Bagaimana cuaca di Gunung Salak?

Alwi : It is cool and sometimes rainy.

Cuacanya sejuk dan kadang hujan.

7. Budi : Has Mount Salak ever erupted?

Apakah Gunung Salak pernah meletus?

ALwi : Yes, it has erupted several times in the past

Ya, Gunung Salak pernah meletus bebera-

pa kali di masa lalu.

8. Budi : What are the popular hikking routes?

Apa jalur populer untuk pendaki?

Alwi : Routes are popular among hikkers,

Cimelati, Cidahu and Curug nangka.

9. Budi : How long does it take to climb

mount salak?

Berapa lama waktu untuk mendaki gunung

Salak?

Alwi : It usually takes about 6–8 hours to

reach the top.

Biasanya membutuhkan waktu sekitar 6- 8

Jam untuk mencapai puncak.

10. Budi : How many peaks does Mount

Salak have?

Berapa puncak yang dimiliki Gunung salak

Alwi: Mount Salak has several peaks, the

highest one is Salak 1.

Gunung Salak memiliki beberapa puncak

dan yang tertinggi adalah Salak 1.

11. Budi :What can you see from the top of

Mount salak?

Apa yang bisa dilihat dari puncak Gunung

Salak?

Alwi ; You can see Bogor city and

sometimes mount Gede.

Kamu bisa terlihat Kota Bogor dankadang

Gunung Gede

12. Budi : Is Mount Salak dangerous to

climb?

Apakah Gunung Salak berbahaya untuk

didaki?

Alwi : It can be dangerous during bad

weather.

Bisa berbahaya saat cuaca buruk.

13. Budi : Is hiking Mount Salak easy for

beginners?

Apakah mendaki Gunung Salak mudah

untuk pemula?

Alwi : Some trails are easy, but others are

challenging, so it is better to go with a

guide

Beberapa jalur mudah, tetapi yang lain

menantang, jadi lebih baik pergi dengan

pemandu.

E. Translate into Indonesia.

1. Welcome to Mount Salak!

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2. This is one of the most popular hiking

destination

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3. I have heard a lot about this mountain.

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4. What's the best way to hike up to the

summit?

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5. We have several trails to choose

..........................................................

6. but the most popular one is the Cibodas

trail

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7.It's about 4 hours hike to the summit.

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8.That sounds challenging.

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9. What's the view like from the top?

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10.The view from the summit is breathtaking

. ..........................................................

11..You can see the surrounding landscape,

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12.including the Jasinga valley and the Java

Sea

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B. Multiple Choice Questions.

1. Where is Mount Salak located?
(Di mana letak Gunung Salak?)
A. Central Java
B. East Java
C. West Java
D. North Sumatra
E. Bali

Answer:

2. How high is Mount Salak?

(Berapa tinggi Gunung Salak?)

A. 1,200 meters
B. 1,800 meters
C. 2,211 meters
D. 3,000 meters
E. 2,500 meters

Answer:

3. What can visitors do at Mount Salak?

(Apa yang bisa dilakukan pengunjung di Gunung Salak?)

A. Shopping and watching movies
B. Hiking and camping
C. Swimming in the sea
D. Playing football
E. Visiting a zoo

Answer:

4. What natural features surround Mount Salak?

(Apa saja yang mengelilingi Gunung Salak?)

A. Desert and lakes
B. Forests, rivers, and waterfalls
C. Ice and snow
D. Buildings and highways
E. Rice fields and markets

Answer:

5. What is Mount Salak also famous for?

(Apa lagi yang terkenal dari Gunung Salak?)

A. Shopping centers
B. Mystical stories and spiritual journeys
C. Amusement parks
D. Modern technology
E. Beaches

Answer:

6. What can visitors see from the top of Mount Salak?

(Apa yang dapat dilihat pengunjung dari puncak Gunung Salak?)

A. Jakarta and Bandung
B. Bogor and Sukabumi
C. Surabaya and Malang
D. Semarang and Solo
E. Yogyakarta and Magelang

Answer:

7. The air at Mount Salak is…

(Udara di Gunung Salak adalah…)

A. Hot and dry
B. Fresh and cool
C. Dirty and smoky
D. Windy and dusty
E. Warm and humid

Answer:

8. Which activity is NOT mentioned in the text?

(Aktivitas mana yang TIDAK disebutkan dalam bacaan?)

A. Hiking
B. Camping
C. Swimming in the sea
D. Enjoying fresh air
E. Spiritual journey

Answer:

9. What type of forest surrounds Mount Salak?

(Jenis hutan apa yang mengelilingi Gunung Salak?)

A. Tropical forest
B. Pine forest
C. Desert plants
D. Rain forest only
E. Bamboo forest

Answer:

10. The altitude of Mount Salak is measured in…

(Ketinggian Gunung Salak diukur dalam…)

A. Feet
B. Kilometers
C. Meters
D. Miles
E. Inches

Answer:

11. Why do many people visit Mount Salak?(Mengapa banyak orang mengunjungi Gunung Salak?)

A. To shop in the market
B. To do sports in the stadium
C. To hike, camp, and relax
D. To ride roller coasters
E. To watch concerts

Answer:

12. Mount Salak is located in which country?(Gunung Salak terletak di negara mana?)

A. Malaysia
B. Singapore
C. Indonesia
D. Thailand
E. Philippines

Answer:

13. What makes Mount Salak unique besides its nature?

(Apa yang membuat Gunung Salak unik selain alamnya?)

A. It has snow all year
B. It is a famous shopping area
C. It has mystical stories
D. It has a desert nearby
E. It is the tallest in Indonesia

Answer:

14. What is the meaning of “altitude” in the text?

(Apa arti kata “altitude” dalam bacaan?)

A. Temperature
B. Height
C. Length
D. Distance
E. Depth

Answer:

15. Which city is NOT mentioned in the text?(Kota mana yang TIDAK disebutkan dalam bacaan?)

A. Bogor
B. Sukabumi
C. Bandung
D. Both A and B
E. Both B and C

F. Bonus Dialogue.

Rina: Have you ever climbed Mount Salak?

Apakah kamu pernah mendaki Gunung Salak?

Andi: Yes, I have. The view from the top is amazing!

Ya, pernah. Pemandangan dari puncaknya luar biasa!

Rina: Was it difficult to reach the summit?

Apakah sulit mencapai puncaknya?

Andi: A little, but it was worth it. The forest was so green and cool.

Sedikit sulit, tapi sepadan. Hutannya sangat hijau dan sejuk.

Rina: I heard there are many waterfalls there.

Aku dengar ada banyak air terjun di sana.

Andi: That’s right! Curug Seribu is the most popular one.

Benar! Curug Seribu adalah yang paling populer.

Tourist: Is Mount Salak safe to visit now?

Apakah Gunung Salak aman untuk dikunjungi sekarang?

Guide: Yes, it’s safe. But always check the weather before you go.

Ya, aman. Tapi selalu periksa cuaca sebelum pergi.

Tourist: What can I see there?

Apa yang bisa saya lihat di sana?

Guide: You can see waterfalls, forests, and beautiful views of Bogor.

Anda bisa melihat air terjun, hutan, dan pemandangan indah kota Bogor.

Tourist: Sounds great! I can’t wait to visit.

Kedengarannya hebat! Saya tak sabar untuk berkunjung.

E. Reading Text

Mount Salak
Mount Salak is a beautiful mountain located in West Java, Indonesia. It has an altitude of about 2,211 meters above sea level. The mountain is surrounded by tropical forests, rivers, and waterfalls. Many people visit Mount Salak to enjoy hiking, camping, and the fresh air. The area is also famous for its mystical stories and spiritual journeys. From the top of the mountain, visitors can see a wide view of Bogor and Sukabumi.

Gunung Salak
Gunung Salak adalah gunung yang indah yang terletak di Jawa Barat, Indonesia. Gunung ini memiliki ketinggian sekitar 2.211 meter di atas permukaan laut. Gunung tersebut dikelilingi oleh hutan tropis, sungai, dan air terjun. Banyak orang berkunjung ke Gunung Salak untuk menikmati pendakian, berkemah, dan udara segar. Daerah ini juga terkenal dengan kisah mistis dan perjalanan spiritual. Dari puncak gunung, pengunjung dapat melihat pemandangan luas Bogor dan Sukabumi.

F. Answer there questions.

1. A : Where is Mount Salak located?

B : Mount Salak is located in West Java,

2. A : What is the altitude of Mount Salak?

B : The altitude of Mount Salak is about

2,211 meters above sea level.

3. A : What can visitors enjoy around Mount

Salak?

B :Visitors can enjoy tropical forests, rivers,

and waterfalls around Mount Salak.

4. A : Why do many people visit Mount Salak?

B: Many people visit Mount Salak to enjoy

hiking, camping, and the fresh air.

5. A : What is Mount Salak famous for besides

its natural beauty?

B : Mount Salak is famous for its mystical

stories and spiritual journeys.

6. A : What can visitors see from the top of

Mount Salak?

B : From the top of Mount Salak, visitors

can see a wide view of Bogor and

Sukabumi.

7. A : What activities can be done in Mount

Salak?

B : Visitors can do hiking, camping, and

other outdoor activities in Mount Salak.

8. A : How would you describe the

environment around Mount Salak?

B : The environment around Mount Salak is

tropical and surrounded by forests,

rivers, and waterfalls.

9. A : What makes Mount Salak a popular

destination?

B : Mount Salak's natural beauty, hiking

trails

and spiritual significance make it a

popular

destination.

10. A : Would you like to visit Mount Salak?

Why?*

B :Yes, I would like to visit Mount Salak to

enjoy its natural beauty, hike through

the tropical forests, and experience

the spiritual energy of the area.

The crater is about 1,437 meters above sea level.

Kawah ini berada di ketinggian sekitar 1.437 meter di atas permukaan laut.

Bonus Dialogue

Guide :

Welcome to Mount Salak! This is one of the most popular hiking destinations in West Java.

Selamat datang di Gunung Salak! Ini adalah salah satu tujuan pendakian paling populer di Jawa Barat.

Tourist: :

It is beautiful. I have heard a lot about this mountain. What's the best way to hike up to the summit?

Wah, indah sekali. Saya sudah banyak mendengar tentang gunung ini. Bagaimana cara terbaik untuk mendaki ke puncaknya?

Guide: :

We have several trails to choose from, but the most popular one is the Cibodas trail. It's about 4 hours hike to the summit.

Kami memiliki beberapa jalur untuk dipilih, tetapi yang paling populer adalah jalur Cibodas. Pendakiannya sekitar 4 jam ke puncak.

Tourist: :

That sounds challenging. What's the view like from the top?

Kedengarannya menantang. Seperti apa pemandangan dari puncaknya?

Guide :

The view from the summit is breathtaking. You can see the surrounding landscape, including the Jasinga valley and the Java Sea.

Pemandangan dari puncaknya sungguh menakjubkan. Anda dapat melihat pemandangan sekitarnya, termasuk lembah Jasinga dan Laut Jawa.

Tourist :

That sounds amazing. I have heard that Mount Salak is also known for its tea plantations. Can we visit one?

Kedengarannya menakjubkan. Saya dengar Gunung Salak juga terkenal dengan perkebunan tehnya. Bisakah kita mengunjungi salah satunya?

Guide: :

Yes, we can visit a tea plantation on the way down. It's a great opportunity to learn about the tea-making process and taste some of the local tea.

Ya, kita bisa mengunjungi perkebunan teh dalam perjalanan turun. Ini kesempatan bagus untuk mempelajari proses pembuatan teh dan mencicipi teh lokal.

Tourist :

That sounds great. I'm looking forward to it.

Kedengarannya bagus. Aku menantikannya

Part 2

Descriptive Text

Botanical Garden

The Botanical Garden in Bogor, West Java, is one of the oldest and most famous botanical gardens in Indonesia. It was founded in 1817 during the Dutch colonial era. The garden covers about 87 hectares and has thousands of plant species from Indonesia and other countries. Visitors can see big trees, beautiful flowers, orchids, and rare plants. There are also lakes, bridges, and greenhouses inside the garden.

The Botanical Garden is not only a place for recreation but also for research and education. Many scientists study plants and conservation here. Families and tourists often visit the garden to enjoy walking, relaxing, or having a picnic. It is a peaceful place with fresh air in the middle of the busy city of Bogor.

Kebun Raya
Kebun Raya Bogor di Jawa Barat adalah salah satu kebun raya tertua dan paling terkenal di Indonesia. Kebun ini didirikan pada tahun 1817 pada masa kolonial Belanda. Luasnya sekitar 87 hektar dan memiliki ribuan jenis tanaman dari Indonesia maupun luar negeri. Pengunjung dapat melihat pohon besar, bunga indah, anggrek, dan tanaman langka. Ada juga danau, jembatan, dan rumah kaca di dalam kebun raya.

Kebun Raya bukan hanya tempat rekreasi tetapi juga untuk penelitian dan pendidikan. Banyak ilmuwan meneliti tanaman dan konservasi di sini. Keluarga dan wisatawan sering mengunjungi kebun raya untuk berjalan-jalan, bersantai, atau piknik. Tempat ini sangat tenang dengan udara segar di tengah kesibukan Kota Bogor.

B. Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the Botanical Garden located?
(Di mana letak Kebun Raya?)
A. Jakarta
B. Bogor, West Java
C. Bandung
D. Yogyakarta
E. Surabaya

2. When was the Botanical Garden founded?
(Kapan Kebun Raya didirikan?)
A. 1917
B. 1718
C. 1817
D. 2017
E. 1617

3. How large is the Botanical Garden?
(Berapa luas Kebun Raya?)
A. 57 hectares
B. 67 hectares
C. 77 hectares
D. 87 hectares
E. 97 hectares

4. What can visitors see in the garden?
(Apa yang bisa dilihat pengunjung di kebun raya?)
A. Skyscrapers and cars
B. Big trees, flowers, orchids, rare plants
C. Beaches and sand
D. Mountains and volcanoes
E. Houses and markets

5. What facilities are inside the garden?
(Fasilitas apa yang ada di dalam kebun raya?)
A. Hotels and restaurants
B. Lakes, bridges, greenhouses
C. Stadium and mall
D. Airport and bus station
E. Zoo and amusement park

6. What is the purpose of the Botanical Garden besides recreation?
(Apa tujuan Kebun Raya selain rekreasi?)
A. Farming
B. Research and education
C. Housing development
D. Sports competition
E. Shopping

7. Who often studies in the Botanical Garden?
(Siapa yang sering meneliti di Kebun Raya?)
A. Teachers
B. Politicians
C. Scientists
D. Drivers
E. Artists

8. What activities can families do in the garden?
(Aktivitas apa yang bisa dilakukan keluarga di kebun raya?)
A. Shopping
B. Watching movies
C. Walking, relaxing, picnicking
D. Playing video games
E. Riding roller coasters

9. What makes the Botanical Garden peaceful?
(Apa yang membuat Kebun Raya terasa damai?)
A. Fresh air and green environment
B. Loud music
C. Heavy traffic
D. Crowded malls
E. Factories nearby

10. Which city is mentioned in the text?
(Kota mana yang disebutkan dalam bacaan?)
A. Bandung
B. Bogor
C. Surabaya
D. Bali
E. Medan

11. What is another name for Botanical Garden in Indonesian?
(Apa nama lain Botanical Garden dalam bahasa Indonesia?)
A. Kebun Raya
B. Kebun Bunga
C. Taman Kota
D. Hutan Kota
E. Taman Nasional

12. What year is NOT mentioned in the text?
(Tahun mana yang TIDAK disebutkan dalam bacaan?)
A. 1817
B. 1917
C. 2017
D. 1718
E. 2020

13. Which of the following is NOT found in the Botanical Garden?
(Manakah yang TIDAK ada di Kebun Raya?)
A. Greenhouse
B. Bridges
C. Lakes
D. Volcanoes
E. Orchids

14. Why do tourists visit the Botanical Garden?
(Mengapa wisatawan mengunjungi Kebun Raya?)
A. To relax and enjoy nature
B. To swim in the sea
C. To climb a mountain
D. To ride motorbikes
E. To go shopping

15. What makes the Botanical Garden special in Indonesia?
(Apa yang membuat Kebun Raya istimewa di Indonesia?)
A. It is the oldest and famous botanical garden
B. It is the highest mountain
C. It is the biggest shopping mall
D. It is the largest zoo
E. It is the newest amusement park

Answer Key / Kunci Jawaban

B. Bogor, West Java
C. 1817
D. 87 hectares
B. Big trees, flowers, orchids, rare plants
B. Lakes, bridges, greenhouses
B. Research and education
C. Scientists
C. Walking, relaxing, picnicking
A. Fresh air and green environment
B. Bogor
A. Kebun Raya
E. 2020
D. Volcanoes
A. To relax and enjoy nature
A. It is the oldest and famous botanical garden

Part 3

Botanical Garden

Botanical Garden
The Botanical Garden in Bogor, West Java, is one of the oldest and most famous botanical gardens in Indonesia. It was founded in 1817 during the Dutch colonial era. The garden covers about 87 hectares and has thousands of plant species from Indonesia and other countries. Visitors can see big trees, beautiful flowers, orchids, and rare plants. There are also lakes, bridges, and greenhouses inside the garden.

Multiple Choice Questions (Bilingual)