GED Language Arts (RLA)

Comprehensive study of GED language arts (RLA), covering fundamental concepts and advanced applications.

Reading ComprehensionGrammar and Sentence StructureVocabulary and Word Analysis
Textual Analysis and Critical ThinkingWriting Arguments and Persuasive EssaysEditing and Revising Texts
Understanding Workplace DocumentsWriting Everyday CommunicationsUsing Language Arts in Civic Life
Active Reading TechniquesTime Management for the RLA TestElimination and Inference Strategies
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Advanced Topics

Textual Analysis and Critical Thinking

Digging Deeper Into Texts

Textual analysis means examining how and why an author writes the way they do. Critical thinking involves evaluating arguments, spotting bias, and distinguishing between fact and opinion.

Steps in Textual Analysis

  • Identifying literary devices like metaphor, irony, and symbolism
  • Analyzing the author's purpose and perspective
  • Evaluating evidence and reasoning

Real-World Application

These skills help you make sense of advertisements, news reports, and persuasive essays, empowering you to make informed decisions.

Examples

  • Spotting persuasive techniques in an advertisement.

  • Analyzing the author's point of view in a magazine article.

In a Nutshell

Textual analysis and critical thinking help you dig deeper and think smarter about what you read.

Key Terms

Bias
A prejudice in favor or against something, often in a way considered to be unfair.
Literary Device
A technique used by writers to convey meaning or create effects.
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