GED Reasoning Through Language Arts Course 2026

This course is for adults preparing for the Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA) test, one of the four subjects of the U.S. GED test. Five lessons explain the test format and teach reading informational texts and literature, editing, and the extended response essay, with practice prompts and model essays. Each lesson has an untimed topic quiz with explanations, and a timed 35-question final assessment unlocks a certificate of completion when you score 80% or more.

Formation
États-Unis
91 questions
Vérifié le 13 octobre 2026
Vérifié (faits) le 13 octobre 2026

En bref

Ce cours gratuit comprend environ 300 minutes de leçons, 5 quiz thématiques sans limite de temps (91 questions au total) et une évaluation finale chronométrée de 35 questions tirées au hasard. Obtenez 80 % ou plus à l’évaluation finale pour télécharger une attestation de réussite (privée, non accréditée). Vérifié à partir des sources officielles le 13 octobre 2026.

Commencez par les leçonsGED Reasoning Through Language Arts Course: Lessons : environ 300 minutes de lecture. Chaque question du test est traitée dans les leçons.

Ce que vous allez apprendre

Describe the time, sections, question types and passing score of the GED RLA test
Find the main idea, key details, purpose and structure of an informational text
Judge an argument by its claims, evidence and reasoning
Analyze character, setting, point of view, tone, figurative language and theme in fiction
Correct common errors in word usage, agreement, sentence structure, capitalization and punctuation
Plan and write a 300–500-word extended response that explains which position is better supported

Obtenez 80 % ou plus pour télécharger votre certificat.

Votre plan d’étude

Lisez chaque leçon, faites son quiz thématique (sans limite de temps, avec explications), puis l’évaluation finale chronométrée. Un nouveau mélange de questions est tiré à chaque fois. Votre progression est enregistrée dans ce navigateur.

Quiz thématique 1 : How the GED RLA test works

À savoir avant l’examen

The RLA test takes 150 minutes, including 3 minutes for instructions and final review, 45 minutes for the written essay and a 10-minute break between parts 2 and 3.
The RLA test has three sections. Besides the essay, question types are multiple choice, drag and drop, select an area and drop-down.
The RLA content areas are Reading for Meaning, Identifying and Creating Arguments, and Grammar and Language, using literary and informational excerpts.
The passing score is 145 in each GED subject. Scores of 165–174 are College Ready, and 175–200 are College Ready + Credit.
In the extended response you decide which position in the passages is better supported by evidence and explain why, in no more than 45 minutes. The better-supported position is not necessarily the one you agree with.
The extended response is scored on three traits (arguments and evidence; development and organization; clarity and conventions), each worth 0, 1 or 2 points.
The official guidelines say a full response is often 4 to 7 paragraphs, or 300 to 500 words. A much shorter response risks a score of 0.
GED Ready, the official practice test, is half the length of the real test and is timed. A score of 145–200 means Likely to Pass.

Questions fréquentes

Is this the official GED RLA test?

No. This is an independent practice course. All passages, questions and essay prompts are original. For official practice, use the free study guide or the GED Ready practice test on the GED website.

What does the certificate of completion show?

It shows that you finished this course and scored at least 80% on its final assessment. It is not a GED score or credential, and it cannot be used as proof of high school equivalency.

Is this the same as Canada's CAEC?

No. This course covers the U.S. GED test from GED Testing Service. The Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) is a different test; for example, it has replaced the GED program in Newfoundland and Labrador.

How is the GED essay scored?

The extended response is scored on three traits: creating an argument and using evidence, developing and organizing ideas, and clear, correct English. Each trait earns 0, 1 or 2 points.

Can my practice score predict my GED score?

No. Practice scores here are feedback only. The official GED Ready practice test is designed to show whether you are likely to pass.

How long is the final assessment?

It has 35 questions in 40 minutes, drawn at random from the whole course, so every attempt is different. You need 80% to earn the certificate. It does not include an essay; practice the essay with the prompts and model essays in Lesson 5.

L’attestation est-elle accréditée ou reconnue officiellement ?

Non. C’est une attestation de réussite privée, uniquement pour vos connaissances. Elle n’est reconnue, accréditée ni approuvée par aucun gouvernement, organisme de délivrance des permis, autorité de réglementation ou établissement d’enseignement, et elle ne remplace aucun permis, aucune certification ni aucune formation exigés par la loi.