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8+ years
Renae
The GED Language Arts section blends reading comprehension with on-demand writing, which means test-takers need to analyze passages and produce structured responses under real time pressure. Renae's MAT in Education and her background across reading, writing, and grammar let her tackle both halves i...
Temple University
Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Hampton University
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Psychology
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Claudia
Reading comprehension and argumentative writing are the twin pillars of GED Reasoning Through Language Arts, and both play to Claudia's strengths as a political science graduate and avid reader. She breaks the extended-response essay into a repeatable structure — claim, evidence, explanation — so st...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Bioengineering at Penn means Elias reads and synthesizes technical papers constantly — pulling out core arguments, evaluating evidence, and writing structured analyses — which is functionally what the GED RLA asks test-takers to do with informational passages and the extended response. He teaches a ...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Zachary
I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade levels and abilities (elementary school through college), and I have a good understanding of strategies...
Yale University
Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics
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Frequently Asked Questions
The GED RLA test assesses reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills across informational and literary texts. You'll encounter passages from history, social studies, literature, and science, then answer multiple-choice questions and write extended responses. The test also evaluates your ability to edit and revise written passages, making it a comprehensive measure of language arts proficiency.
Many students struggle with time management—the test requires reading complex passages quickly while maintaining comprehension. Grammar and punctuation rules often trip up test-takers, especially those who haven't studied English formally in years. The extended response portion can be particularly challenging, as it requires organizing thoughts clearly under time pressure while demonstrating proper writing mechanics.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific weak areas—whether that's grammar, reading speed, or essay structure—and focus on those gaps rather than generic test prep. Tutors can work at your pace, provide immediate feedback on practice essays, and develop strategies tailored to how you learn best. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement than classroom settings, where instruction must accommodate diverse skill levels.
Your first session typically involves an assessment of your current reading comprehension, grammar knowledge, and writing skills. A tutor will discuss your goals, timeline for taking the GED, and any specific areas where you feel less confident. This diagnostic helps create a customized study plan focused on your priorities and learning style.
Preparation timelines vary based on your starting skill level and how frequently you study, but most students benefit from 2-4 months of consistent preparation. Students with stronger foundational skills may need less time, while those needing significant grammar or reading comprehension work may benefit from longer preparation. Regular tutoring sessions combined with independent practice typically accelerates progress.
The extended response requires you to read a passage and write an essay analyzing the author's argument and use of evidence—not to share your personal opinion. Successful essays typically follow a clear structure: introduction with a thesis, body paragraphs with specific evidence from the text, and a conclusion. Tutors can help you practice outlining quickly, supporting claims with textual evidence, and editing for grammar and clarity under timed conditions.
Effective strategies include active reading (annotating, asking questions while reading), practicing with diverse text types, and learning to identify main ideas and supporting details quickly. Many students benefit from reading practice across multiple subjects—history, science, and literature—since the GED draws from all these areas. Personalized tutoring can teach you specific techniques for tackling complex passages and managing time while reading carefully.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in GED preparation and understand the specific challenges of the Reasoning Through Language Arts test. When you reach out, you'll be matched with a tutor whose expertise and teaching style align with your needs. Tutors work with students throughout the Philadelphia area and can provide personalized instruction tailored to your schedule and learning goals.
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