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The GED Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA) section tests reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills across fiction, non-fiction, and workplace documents. You'll need to read passages and answer questions about main ideas, details, and author's purpose, plus edit sentences for grammar and punctuation. The test also includes an extended response (essay) where you analyze arguments in provided texts.
Many students struggle with time management—the test requires reading, analyzing, and writing within strict time limits. Grammar and punctuation rules often trip up test-takers who haven't studied formal English in years. Additionally, understanding complex texts and identifying author's purpose requires careful reading skills that improve significantly with targeted practice and feedback.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction lets tutors identify your specific weak areas—whether that's grammar, reading comprehension, or essay writing—and focus on those gaps rather than reviewing material you already know. You'll get immediate feedback on practice essays, targeted grammar drills, and strategies tailored to your learning style, which accelerates improvement faster than self-study or group classes.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of consistent preparation, though this varies based on your starting point and how frequently you study. If you're working on multiple GED sections simultaneously or have significant gaps in grammar and reading skills, you may need more time. A tutor can assess your current level and create a realistic timeline based on your goals and availability.
The extended response requires you to analyze two opposing arguments and explain which is better supported—it's not a traditional persuasive essay. Practice reading arguments critically, identifying evidence and reasoning, and writing concise analyses under timed conditions. Working with a tutor on essay structure, time management, and getting feedback on multiple practice essays significantly improves your ability to score well on this section.
Grammar improvement comes from understanding the rules, not just memorizing them. Focus on the most commonly tested areas: subject-verb agreement, pronoun usage, comma placement, and sentence fragments. Spaced repetition—practicing the same concepts over multiple sessions—combined with immediate correction helps these rules stick. Personalized tutoring targets your specific grammar weaknesses rather than having you review rules you've already mastered.
Effective strategies include annotating text as you read, identifying the main idea before diving into details, and understanding question types so you know what to look for. Many students benefit from reading the questions first, then reading the passage with those questions in mind. Practice with actual GED passages and timed conditions helps you develop speed and accuracy, and a tutor can teach you strategies specific to your reading style.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors in Columbus who specialize in GED preparation and understand the specific demands of the RLA section. You can share your goals and timeline, and we'll match you with someone experienced in helping students build reading, writing, and grammar skills for test success. The personalized approach means your tutor will focus on your unique needs rather than a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
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