Learning on the Go! With The Literacy Project

 

Lesson 22:  Passing the GED Science Test

 

Introduction

 

This lesson provides an overview of the GED Science test.  In the GED Science Test, you will need to understand, analyze, and apply science information.  You will not be required to memorize science facts.  However, being familiar with key science concepts will help you pass the test.    The following are the main content areas to expect:

 

·        Life science (45%) – including cells, genetics, evolution, organisms, and ecosystems.

·        Earth and Space Science (20%) – including the universe, the solar system, Earth itself, and interactions between people and the environment. 

·        Physical Science (35%)

o       Chemistry – including the structure and states of matter, chemical bonds and reactions, and specifics types of substances such as solutions and hydrocarbons.

o       Physics – including the laws of motion, work, and heat; waves; nuclear physics; and electricity and magnetism.

 

Objectives

 

When you complete this lesson you will:

·        Be exposed to the skills and content on the GED Science test.

·        Investigate the types of questions that will be presented to you about science.

·        Experience how science questions are based in real-life situations.

 

Learning Activities

 

1.       Video: 

·        Watch Program 22 for an overview of the GED Science Test. 

·        As you watch, think about what motivates these men and women to devote their lives to science.    

 

2.      Workbook: 

 

·        Read pages 149 - 150 for the overview of “Passing the GED Science Test”.

·        Complete the GED Practice exercises on pages 151 - 155 in the GED Connection Science/Social Studies workbook.  Correct the exercises using the answer key in the back of the book.

 

3.       Internet:

    • Log on to your Home Space at http://litlink.ket.org and follow the links to GED Connection, Social Studies.
      • Under Internet Activities, open “22: Passing the GED Science Test” and read the page.

 

 

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