Acing the GED Language Arts Extended Response

What is the primary focus of the GED Language Arts essay?

• To test mathematical skills

• To evaluate writing and argumentation skills

• To assess scientific knowledge

• To measure reading comprehension

According to the video, what should you do if you completely bomb the essay but do well on the multiple-choice questions?

• You should focus only on the essay

• You need to retake the test

• You still have a good chance of passing

• You will fail the test

How many paragraphs should a good GED essay have?

• 1-2 paragraphs

• 2-3 paragraphs

• 4-7 paragraphs

• 8-10 paragraphs

What is the recommended word count for each paragraph in the GED essay?

• 10-20 words

• 100-150 words

• 30-50 words

• 70-80 words

Which of the following is NOT a sign of a strong argument?

• Opinions without evidence

• Recent dates

• Facts and data

• Specific examples

What should you look for when identifying the stronger argument in the GED essay passages?

• The number of opinions

• The use of facts, data, and expert quotes

• The author's writing style

• The length of the passage

What is the first step in the recommended four-phase approach to writing the GED essay?

• Start writing immediately

• Read the two passages

• Submit the essay

• Edit your essay

In the five-paragraph essay format, what should the introduction paragraph include?

• A detailed analysis of both passages

• A summary of the entire essay

• The topic sentence, both authors' positions, and your claim

• Only the topic sentence

What is the purpose of the conclusion paragraph in the five-paragraph essay format?

• To introduce new arguments

• To restate the main ideas and summarize the essay

• To provide a detailed analysis

• To list all the sources used

What should you focus on during the final editing phase of your essay?

• Checking for grammar mistakes and ensuring clarity

• Adding more paragraphs

• Changing the topic

• Rewriting the entire essay