Grade 1 English · Reading Literary Text
Virginia SOL 1.RL.3
Virginia SOL 1.RL.3 is part of the Reading Literary Text strand in Grade 1 English (English). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students integrate concepts from literary texts by making connections and comparisons between story elements. Below is what 1.RL.3 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 1.RL.3 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 1.RL.3 means
Integrate concepts from literary texts by making connections and comparisons between story elements.
Skills you’ll practice for 1.RL.3
- Set a purpose for reading by providing a guiding question and activating prior knowledge.
- Make connections between characters, settings, and major events in stories using key details.
- Compare and contrast the adventures or experiences of characters in stories using key details.
Key concepts covered by 1.RL.3
- purpose for reading
- guiding questions
- prior knowledge
- text connections
- character analysis
- setting analysis
- character comparison
- story comparison
- key details
How to study and practice SOL 1.RL.3
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 1.RL.3 is already solid, then work each skill above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide and how to study for the SOL test.
Related Grade 1 English standards in Reading Literary Text
- 1.RL.1 — Demonstrate comprehension of literary texts by identifying key ideas, plot details, and story elements.
Frequently asked questions about SOL 1.RL.3
What is Virginia SOL 1.RL.3?
SOL 1.RL.3 is a Grade 1 English Standard of Learning in the Reading Literary Text strand. It expects students to integrate concepts from literary texts by making connections and comparisons between story elements.
What skills does SOL 1.RL.3 cover?
SOL 1.RL.3 is assessed on 3 skills: set a purpose for reading by providing a guiding question and activating prior knowledge; make connections between characters, settings, and major events in stories using key details; compare and contrast the adventures or experiences of characters in stories using key details.
What strand of Grade 1 English is SOL 1.RL.3 in?
SOL 1.RL.3 belongs to the Reading Literary Text reporting strand of the Grade 1 English Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 1.RL.3?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 1.RL.3 is already solid, then work the 3 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.