The GED Language Arts, Reading Test is a 65-minute long test composed of 40 multiple-choice questions based on different types of reading passages. Reading is an important skill. The GED Language Arts, Reading Test requires that individuals be able to not only comprehend what they are reading, but also that they can interpret different types of passages. The test uses reading materials such as:

	poetry
	drama/plays
	fictional works from all different time periods
	nonfiction prose
	critical reviews
	workplace and community documents, such as legal documents, letters, manuals, etc.

Diverse ages, multicultural and ethnic backgrounds, gender, socioeconomic groups, and regional differences are considered when reading passages are selected.

Individuals taking the Reading Test must use higher-order thinking skills in order to successfully respond to the questions. Some questions will require that the person demonstrate an understanding of the use of figurative language, tone, or literary themes. This test is much more than just reading a passage and answering a comprehension question.

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Want to visit some interesting reading sites? For more information on reading and the wonderful world of words, go to:

Vocabulary University
http://www.vocabulary.com/

The Wacky World of Words
http://www.gecdsb.on.ca/d&g/jan00/web4.htm

Critical Reading
http://www.criticalreading.com

Literature - What Makes a Good Story
http://www.learner.org/exhibits/literature/index.html