RLA Structuring the Extended Response 2

Question 1

In the GED RLA Extended Response, which element should appear in every body paragraph to keep the argument focused?

Accepted Answer

A topic sentence that states the paragraph's main claim

Answer

Each body paragraph needs a topic sentence that clearly states the paragraph's main point and connects to the overall thesis.

Question 2

When writing a counterargument paragraph in the Extended Response, what should the writer do after acknowledging the opposing view?

Accepted Answer

Refute it using evidence from the source texts

Answer

After acknowledging a counterargument, the writer must rebut it with evidence to strengthen their own position.

Question 3

Which sentence structure best introduces textual evidence in an Extended Response?

Accepted Answer

According to the passage, [specific claim], which supports the argument that [thesis point].

Answer

A strong evidence introduction names the source, states the specific claim, and explicitly connects it to the thesis.

Question 4

How should the writer handle two source texts that present conflicting evidence in the Extended Response?

Accepted Answer

Analyze both sources and explain which evidence is stronger and why

Answer

Evaluating conflicting evidence and explaining why one position is better supported demonstrates critical thinking, which is scored in the Extended Response.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a concluding paragraph in the GED Extended Response?

Accepted Answer

To restate the thesis and summarize how the body paragraphs supported it

Answer

The conclusion synthesizes the argument by restating the thesis and briefly summarizing the supporting points made in the body.

RLA - Reasoning through Language Arts Practice Test

RLA - Reasoning through Language Arts Practice Test

RLA Structuring the Extended Response 2