Free GED RLA Extended Response Writing Practice Test

Question 1

In an extended response, the most important thing to establish in your introduction is:

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A clear, arguable thesis that states your position

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Your personal background and qualifications

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A detailed summary of both passages

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The history of the topic

Question 2

When writing a GED Extended Response, what must all your claims be supported by?

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Evidence from the provided source text(s)

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Your personal opinions and experiences

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Facts you know from outside the passage

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Counterarguments from the opposing side

Question 3

Which of the following is the BEST thesis statement for an extended response arguing that renewable energy should replace fossil fuels?

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Renewable energy must replace fossil fuels because it reduces carbon emissions, lowers long-term costs, and ensures energy independence.

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Renewable energy is good.

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Fossil fuels have been used for a long time.

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Both renewable and fossil fuels have advantages and disadvantages.

Question 4

A student writes: 'This proves my point.' This sentence is weak in an extended response because:

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It lacks specificity about what is being proven and how the evidence connects to the argument

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It is too long

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It uses the word 'this'

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It is too formal

Question 5

Which sentence is the best example of using a direct quote from a source to support an argument?

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According to the author, 'Industrial emissions have increased atmospheric CO₂ by 45% since 1850,' demonstrating the direct link between industrial activity and climate change.

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The author says something about pollution.

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The author mentions the environment.

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I believe pollution is a problem based on what I read.

Question 6

When comparing two passages that present opposing arguments, the best approach in an extended response is to:

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Select the position better supported by evidence, state a thesis, and use evidence from both texts to support your argument

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Summarize both passages without taking a position

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Focus only on the passage you personally agree with

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Describe which author seems more intelligent

Question 7

What is the purpose of a body paragraph's topic sentence?

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To introduce the specific point the paragraph will develop and link it to the thesis

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To repeat the thesis word for word

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To summarize what was said in the previous paragraph

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To introduce a counterargument

Question 8

Which transition word BEST introduces a counterargument in an extended response?

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Admittedly

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Furthermore

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Therefore

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Specifically

Question 9

In an extended response, 'text-based evidence' means:

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Specific quotes, paraphrases, or examples drawn directly from the source passage(s)

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Evidence from textbooks in your field of study

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Evidence from texts stored on your phone

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Evidence from text messages

Question 10

Which of the following BEST describes an effective conclusion for an extended response?

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Restate the thesis in fresh language and summarize the key evidence without repeating everything verbatim

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Copy the thesis word for word one more time

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Introduce a new argument not covered in the body

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Simply write 'In conclusion, I believe my argument is correct'