ged-reasoning-through-language-arts Practice Questions
Prepare for ged-reasoning-through-language-arts with more than an answer.
- Exam fee
- $30 USD
- Time limit
- 150 minutes
- Questions on the exam
- 46
- Level
- High School Equivalency
- Valid for
- Lifetime
Domains covered on the exam 3
- Reading for Meaning45%
- Writing and Editing (Language Conventions)35%
- Extended Response (Essay Writing)20%
- 1
A passage describes the process of photosynthesis, starting with how a plant absorbs sunlight and concluding with the production of glucose and oxygen.
How is this passage primarily organized?
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Correct answer: C
The passage describes a process with distinct steps that occur in a specific order (absorbing light, converting energy, producing glucose). This step-by-step description is characteristic of a sequential or chronological text structure.
flowchart TD A[Absorbs Sunlight & CO2] --> B{Photosynthesis Process}; B --> C[Produces Glucose]; B --> D[Releases Oxygen]; - 2
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
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Correct answer: B
This sentence correctly uses a semicolon to join two independent clauses. The conjunctive adverb 'however' is properly placed after the semicolon and is followed by a comma. This structure effectively connects the two contrasting ideas.
- 3
Read the following excerpt from a short story:
"The old house stood on a hill overlooking the town, its windows like vacant eyes. For years, children had dared each other to touch the peeling paint of its front door, but none ever lingered. They spoke of a coldness that had nothing to do with the wind, a silence that felt heavier than mere quiet."
What is the primary mood established by this passage?
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Correct answer: B
The author uses words and phrases like 'vacant eyes,' 'peeling paint,' 'coldness,' and 'silence that felt heavier' to create a sense of unease and foreboding. These details combine to establish an ominous and unsettling mood.
- 4
The company's new wellness program encourages ______ employees to take regular breaks.
Which form of the pronoun is correct for the blank?
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Correct answer: C
'Its' is the possessive form of the pronoun 'it'. The sentence requires a possessive pronoun to modify 'employees' (the employees belonging to the company/program). 'It's' is a contraction for 'it is'. 'Its'' is not a standard English word.
- 5
A political analyst states: "The senator's speech was a masterclass in rhetoric; he used powerful emotional appeals to sidestep the complex economic data that contradicted his position."
What can be inferred about the analyst's view of the senator's speech?
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Correct answer: C
The analyst acknowledges the speech was a 'masterclass in rhetoric' (skillfully delivered) but points out that this skill was used to 'sidestep' contradictory data. This implies that while the performance was impressive, it was used to mislead the audience and avoid factual substance, making it intellectually deceptive.
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Case Study:
A technology company, Innovate Inc., has experienced rapid growth. To manage its expanding workforce, it implemented a new project management software. A memo was sent to all employees detailing the transition.
Two months later, a survey was conducted to gauge employee sentiment. The results showed a sharp divide. The engineering department reported a 40% increase in productivity and praised the software's advanced features for tracking complex tasks. They found the transition smooth and the benefits immediate.
Conversely, the creative department reported a 20% decrease in productivity. They found the software's rigid structure stifling to their collaborative and fluid workflow. Many reported spending more time on data entry than on creative work, leading to frustration and burnout. The company is now considering how to address this disparity.
What is the central conflict described in this scenario?
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Correct answer: C
The core issue is that a single software solution, while highly effective for the structured work of the engineering department, was detrimental to the flexible workflow of the creative department. This highlights a classic organizational problem where a standardized tool does not accommodate the varied operational needs across the company.
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A student is planning an argumentative essay. The following diagram shows the structure of their argument. Which element is missing from the designated spot?
flowchart TD A[Introduction with Thesis] --> B{Body Paragraph 1: Main Point} B --> C[Supporting Evidence from Text] C --> D[Analysis of Evidence] D --> E{Body Paragraph 2: Second Point} E --> F[Supporting Evidence from Text] F --> G[Analysis of Evidence] G --> H("???") H --> I[Conclusion]Show answer details
Correct answer: C
A well-rounded argumentative essay does not just present its own points; it also acknowledges and refutes opposing viewpoints (counterclaims). This step demonstrates a deeper level of analysis and strengthens the overall argument before moving to the conclusion.
- 8
Read the following excerpt from a workplace memo:
Subject: Updated Procedure for Supply Requisitions
To All Department Heads,
Effective immediately, all requests for office supplies must be submitted through the new online portal, accessible via the company intranet. The previous paper-based form (Form 2B) will no longer be accepted. This change is part of our ongoing initiative to enhance operational efficiency and improve tracking of departmental expenditures. Please ensure your teams are briefed on this new protocol by the end of the week. While we understand this represents a shift in routine, the long-term benefits of streamlined processing and real-time budget visibility will be substantial for everyone.
Which statement best summarizes the main purpose of this memo?
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Correct answer: B
The memo's primary purpose is to inform all department heads about the immediate implementation of a new online system for supply requisitions and the discontinuation of the old paper form. The text explicitly states the change is 'Effective immediately' and that the old form 'will no longer be accepted.'
- 9
A city council member is reviewing a proposal for a new public park. The proposal states: "The introduction of green spaces is invariably linked to a reduction in crime rates and an increase in property values."
What underlying assumption is made in this statement?
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Correct answer: C
The statement assumes that because green spaces are 'linked to' (correlated with) lower crime and higher property values, creating a new green space will directly cause these outcomes. This is a classic assumption of causation from correlation, which is not always logically valid without further evidence.
- 10
Review the following sentence:
Each of the contestants ________ prepared their own unique presentation for the judges.
Which word or phrase correctly completes the sentence?
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Correct answer: B
The subject of the sentence is the indefinite pronoun 'Each'. 'Each' is always singular and requires a singular verb. Therefore, 'has' is the correct verb form. The phrase 'of the contestants' is a prepositional phrase and does not affect the subject-verb agreement.
