Language Usage

Virginia SOL 1.LU.2

Use conventions of Standard English mechanics in speaking and writing.

What students need to be able to do

  • Capitalize the first word in a sentence, proper nouns, and the pronoun I.
  • Identify statements and questions and use correct ending punctuation (e.g., period, question mark, and exclamation point).
  • Use conventional spelling of words with commonly taught spelling patterns and for frequently occurring irregular words.