GED® Social Studies Prep
Learn how the US government works, the big events of US history, basic economics and geography — and the skills to read maps, charts, political cartoons and historical documents. About half of the GED® Social Studies test is about civics and government, so this course spends the most time there.
- 20 lessons in 6 units
- Final practice test + certificate of completion
- Help in your own language
Who this course is for
- Adults preparing for the GED® Social Studies test
- New Americans who want to understand US government and history
- Learners who want to read documents, maps and charts with confidence
What you get
- Strong focus on civics and government — about half of the test
- Practice with short documents, maps and charts
- Neutral, balanced explanations of history and politics
- A final practice test with explanations
How it works
1. Learn
Your AI teacher explains each lesson step by step, with examples.
2. Practice
Answer practice questions and see right away why an answer is right.
3. Ask
Stuck? Ask the teacher about any step, any time — in English or your own language.
4. Finish
Study most of the lessons, then pass the final practice test to earn your certificate.
What you will learn
Unit 1: Social studies skills (3 lessons)
- Primary and secondary sources
- Maps, charts and political cartoons
- Fact, opinion, bias and point of view
Unit 2: Civics and government (7 lessons)
- Types of government and democracy
- The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution
- Three branches and checks and balances
- The Bill of Rights and other amendments
- Federalism and state and local government
- Elections, parties and citizenship
- Civil rights
Unit 3: US history (5 lessons)
- Colonies and the American Revolution
- A growing nation, Civil War and Reconstruction
- Industry, immigration and reform
- World wars and the Great Depression
- The Cold War and modern America
Unit 4: Economics (3 lessons)
- Basic economics
- Money, banks and government
- Trade and the global economy
Unit 5: Geography and the world (1 lesson)
- Geography and people
Unit 6: Test strategy (1 lesson)
- GED® Social Studies test strategy
Questions
Is this the official GED® test?
No. Fluenra is an independent online school. This course helps you prepare, and its final test is Fluenra’s own practice test — not the official test. This is Fluenra’s own practice test, not the official GED® test. When you pass it, try the official GED Ready® practice test from GED Testing Service before you book your real test.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. When you pass the final practice test (70% or more) you get a Fluenra Certificate of Completion that anyone can check online. It is not a diploma, academic credit, license or certification.
Who is the teacher?
Your teacher is an AI teacher. It explains each lesson step by step, checks your practice and answers your questions any time. If you want a human teacher too, you can book a live class.
Can I learn in my own language?
Yes. Lessons are in simple English, and the AI teacher can explain the hard parts in your own language.
How much does it cost?
Create a free account and you get 20 AI credits to try the course. A lesson uses 5 credits and the final test 5. To continue, buy a credit pack or choose a monthly plan.
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