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Extended Response Scoring Tools

The Extended Response item on the Reasoning Through Language Arts test gives students a chance to demonstrate important critical thinking skills. These scoring tools will help you understand how the Extended Response is scored.

Videos: How to write a great GED extended response

  • Overview of the GED Extended Response Format (1:28)

  • Video 1 of 8: How to Pass the GED Extended Response (3:14)

  • Video 2 of 8: How to Determine Which Position is Best Supported (2:49)

  • Video 3 of 8: How to Write a Well-Supported Argument (4:21)

  • Video 4 of 8: How to Make a Plan and Write an Introduction (3:25)

  • Video 5 of 8: How to Write the Body and Conclusion (4:47)

  • Video 6 of 8: How to Write a Fully Supported Response (3:34)

  • Video 7 of 8: How to Check and Revise Your Response (2:58)

  • Video 8 of 8: Understand How Your Response is Scored (3:14)

Reasoning Through Language Arts – Extended Response Scoring Tools

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