TRIBUNNEWS.COM - Dalam pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris Tingkat Lanjut kelas 12, keterampilan menulis menjadi salah satu aspek penting yang perlu dikembangkan siswa. 

Kemampuan ini tidak hanya berkaitan dengan penyusunan kalimat yang tepat, tetapi juga mencakup keterampilan mengembangkan gagasan, menyampaikan pendapat, serta menyusun argumen secara logis dan sistematis.

Salah satu topik yang dibahas dalam materi kali ini adalah preferensi berbelanja secara daring (online shopping) dan berbelanja langsung di toko (in-store shopping). 

Kedua metode tersebut memiliki kelebihan dan kekurangan.

Mulai dari kemudahan bertransaksi dan efisiensi waktu hingga kesempatan untuk memeriksa barang secara langsung sebelum melakukan pembelian.

Materi ini terdapat dalam buku Bahasa Inggris: Train of Thoughts untuk SMA/MA Kelas XII Tingkat Lanjut, yang ditulis oleh Sunengsih, Trisnendri Syahrizal, dan rekan-rekan, serta diterbitkan oleh Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi.

Soal yang dibahas berada pada Unit 3 bertajuk Get in Touch With Nature, tepatnya bagian While Writing halaman 167. 

Dalam kegiatan ini, siswa diminta mengamati ilustrasi tentang alasan masyarakat memilih berbelanja secara daring maupun langsung di toko, kemudian menjawab sejumlah pertanyaan berdasarkan informasi yang disajikan.

Tidak hanya menjawab pertanyaan, siswa juga ditugaskan menyusun teks diskusi (discussion text) yang menguraikan kelebihan dan kekurangan dari kedua pilihan berbelanja tersebut. 

Dalam penulisannya, siswa perlu menyertakan alasan yang relevan serta menjelaskan dampak pilihan berbelanja terhadap konsumen dan masyarakat.

Latihan ini bertujuan melatih kemampuan siswa dalam memahami informasi visual, membandingkan dua sudut pandang, menyampaikan argumen yang didukung fakta, serta merumuskan kesimpulan secara jelas. 

Baca juga: Kunci Jawaban Bahasa Inggris Tingkat Lanjut Kelas 12 Halaman 156 157 Kurikulum Merdeka, Activity B.9

Data persentase dalam ilustrasi juga dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai bukti pendukung untuk memperkuat pembahasan.

Pembahasan berikut dapat menjadi referensi bagi siswa untuk memeriksa hasil pengerjaan sekaligus memahami cara menyusun teks diskusi dalam bahasa Inggris. 

Agar proses belajar lebih optimal, siswa disarankan mengerjakan soal secara mandiri terlebih dahulu sebelum mencocokkan jawabannya dengan pembahasan yang tersedia.

Berikut kunci jawaban Bahasa Inggris Tingkat Lanjut kelas 12 halaman 167 Kurikulum Merdeka, khususnya Unit 3 Get in Touch With Nature, bagian While Writing.

Kunci Jawaban Bahasa Inggris Tingkat Lanjut Kelas 12 Halaman 167 Kurikulum Merdeka

While Writing

Answer the following questions based on the illustration above.

1. What is the main reason for people to shop online?

Jawaban:

The main reason is convenience, with 85 persen of people choosing online shopping for this reason.

2. What is the main reason for people to shop in-store?

Jawaban:

The main reason is that people can see and touch items before purchasing them, with 73 persen choosing this reason.

3. What impacts online shopping brings to society?

Jawaban: 

Online shopping makes shopping easier, saves time, and allows people to compare prices and buy products that are not available locally. However, it may reduce face-to-face interactions, affect traditional shops, and increase packaging waste and delivery traffic.

4. Do you prefer to shop online or in-store? Explain

Jawaban:

I prefer online shopping because it is convenient, saves time, and allows me to compare prices easily. I can also shop from home without traveling to a store. However, I sometimes prefer shopping in-store when I need to check the quality or size of a product directly.

Online shopping is becoming more popular nowadays. However, some people still prefer to shop in-store.

Write a discussion text (pro and cons) about shopping preferences.

Give also some reasons and impacts from the shopping preferences in your elaboration. Apply the following activities in drafting your essay

Jawaban:

Online Shopping vs. In-Store Shopping

Introduction

Nowadays, online shopping is becoming more popular because of the development of technology and the internet. People can buy various products using their smartphones without leaving their homes. However, some people still prefer shopping in physical stores. Both online and in-store shopping have advantages and disadvantages.

Arguments for Online Shopping

On the one hand, online shopping offers many benefits. According to the illustration, 85 persen of people prefer online shopping because it is convenient, while 72% choose it because of price comparisons. Online shopping also saves time, allows people to read product reviews, and provides access to products that are unavailable in local stores. As a result, people can shop more easily and compare different products before making a decision.

However, online shopping also has some disadvantages. Customers cannot touch or try products before purchasing them. Sometimes, the products they receive do not match the pictures or descriptions. In addition, online shopping may increase packaging waste and delivery traffic. It can also reduce direct communication between buyers and sellers.

Arguments for In-Store Shopping

On the other hand, in-store shopping has its own advantages. The illustration shows that 73% of people prefer shopping in-store because they can see and touch items before purchasing them. Furthermore, 72% like being able to take their products home immediately. Customers can check product quality, try on clothes, and ask salespeople for advice. This shopping method can also support local businesses and create jobs for store employees.

Nevertheless, shopping in-store can be less convenient. People need to travel to the store, spend time looking for products, and sometimes pay for transportation. Physical stores may also have limited product choices and higher prices than online shops.

Conclusion

In conclusion, both online and in-store shopping have advantages and disadvantages. Online shopping is convenient and saves time, while in-store shopping allows customers to examine products directly and take them home immediately. Each method also has different social and environmental impacts. In my opinion, online shopping is more practical for everyday purchases, but in-store shopping is better when product quality and fit are important. Therefore, people should choose the shopping method that best suits their needs and circumstances.

C. Reasons and Impacts from the Illustration

1. Online Shopping

• Convenience (85%): People prefer online shopping because it is easy and can be done from home. The impact is that people can save time and effort.
• Price comparisons (72%): People can compare prices from different sellers. The impact is that consumers can find cheaper products and save money.
• Avoiding crowds (54%): People can shop without visiting crowded places. The impact is that shopping becomes more comfortable and convenient.
• Reading product reviews (54%): People can read other customers’ reviews before buying products. The impact is that they can make better purchasing decisions.
• Products unavailable locally (49%): People can buy products that are not sold in nearby stores. The impact is that consumers have more choices.

2. In-Store Shopping

• Seeing and touching products (73%): People prefer shopping in-store because they can examine products before buying them. The impact is that they can check product quality and avoid disappointment.
• Immediate product availability (72%): People can take their purchases home immediately. The impact is that they do not have to wait for delivery.
• Avoiding shipping costs (52%): People can avoid paying delivery fees. The impact is that they may save money on additional expenses.
• Trying products first (50%): People can try products before purchasing them. The impact is that they can choose products that fit their needs.
• Talking to salespeople (12%): People can ask salespeople for information and advice. The impact is that they can better understand the products they want to buy.

D. Suggested Activities for Drafting the Essay

• Identify the issue: Online shopping versus in-store shopping.
• Collect supporting information: Use the percentages in the illustration as evidence.
• Write arguments for both sides: Explain the benefits and disadvantages of each shopping method.
• Explain the impacts: Discuss effects on consumers, local businesses, society, and the environment.
• Write a conclusion: Summarize both sides and state your personal opinion.

*) Disclaimer

• Jawaban di atas hanya digunakan oleh orang tua untuk memandu proses belajar anak.
• Soal ini berupa pertanyaan terbuka yang artinya ada beberapa jawaban tidak terpaku seperti di atas.

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