Read the question carefully and begin to take notes on how you wish to answer the question. Write down key buzz words that highlight the topics you wish to discuss. Make sure that your ideas are true and original, as this will make the essay stand out and achieve a higher score.
Organize your buzz words and ideas into a clear order. Make sure that the natural progression of the essay makes sense. Write from your point of view and do not worry about what you think the GED test scorer is looking for.
Write down an outline for the essay. Remember the essay is intended to be 200 words, so only talk about one to two points, making each its own paragraph.
Begin to write your essay. Remember your buzz words, the outline and write down each paragraph. Don't worry about writing everything down perfectly at this point as the ideas is to get your ideas down on paper. There should be an opening paragraph that contains a thesis statement, which is the main point of the essay, supporting paragraphs and a conclusion that summarizes your work.
Read through each paragraph. Rewrite any points that do not make sense, check your grammar and use and write in complete sentences.
Rewrite the final copy of the essay. Remember that it should be 200 words, watch your grammar and spelling and write in a clear and concise manner.