Extended Response Essay Guidelines

This video tutorial provides an overview of the GED test's extended response section, explaining its significance and format. It guides viewers on how to navigate the test interface, emphasizing the importance of crafting a well-supported argument using evidence from provided passages. The video advises on essay length, encouraging original thought and analysis. It concludes with resources for practice, including sample responses and instructions.

What is the extended response section of the GED test?

• A science experiment

• A math problem-solving section

• An essay portion

• A multiple-choice section

How much does the extended response contribute to the total score in the RLA section?

• 10%

• 40%

• 20%

• 30%

Where can you find the writing prompt on the test day interface?

• Bottom left side of the screen

• Bottom right side of the screen

• Upper right side of the screen

• Upper left side of the screen

What should you do with the passages on the left side of the screen?

• Copy them

• Analyze them

• Summarize them

• Ignore them

What tools can you use while writing your response on the test?

• Cut, copy, paste, undo, redo

• Dictionary

• Calculator

• Spell checker

What is the main task when writing the extended response?

• Give your opinion

• Rewrite the passages

• Summarize the passages

• Make an argument based on evidence

How should you use evidence from the passages?

• To support your argument

• To summarize the text

• To fill space

• To confuse the reader

What is the recommended length for the extended response essay?

• 500-700 words

• 300-500 words

• 200-300 words

• 100-200 words

Why is it important to include your own ideas in the essay?

• To summarize the passages

• To confuse the reader

• To fill the word count

• To show off your writing skills

What should you download to practice the extended response?

• Sample science experiments

• Sample extended response and instructions

• Sample reading passages

• Sample math problems