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13 Assessment Guide for Educators: RLA CHAPTER 2Item Types & Layouts Item T ypes in Reasoning Through Language Arts The GED® test uses a variety of item types, made possible through computer-based testing. The computer-based testing platform offers the opportunity to use interactive item types that are not possible on a pencil-and paper test. The item types are listed below. The GED® RLA test is composed of several passage sets. Each passage set includes texts ranging from 400-900 words and six to eight associated test questions (See Chapter Three: Passage Requirements and Exemplars for more detailed information on RLA passages). All items on the GED® RLA test are based on a source text or multiple source texts. There are no stand-alone items on the RLA test. The RLA test includes: • Multiple choice items • Drag-and-drop items (Technology-enhanced) • Drop-down items embedded in passages (Technology- enhanced) • One 45-minute extended response item These items assess the full depth and breadth of skills outlined in the GED® RLA Assessment Targets. Test- takers can apply different cognitive strategies with the wide variety of item types, demonstrating proficiency with the RLA content. This allows GED Testing Service to assess the targeted content at a number of Depth of Knowledge (DOK) levels. T echnology-Enhanced Items In technology-enhanced (TE) items, test-takers interact with the content in an authentic way. Test- takers may be asked to select blocks of text, select multiple answers from a list, drag an answer to a location, or manipulate symbols or other graphics. Chapter 2: Item Types & Layouts