Which sentence contains figurative language?

My salvation came in the form of a ministering angel.

You have probably read an account.

Her sacrifices are extraordinary.

Her hand cramps from holding the pen.

Which image best illustrates a main focus of this selection?

Clara Barton tending wounded soldiers

Which sentence most clearly illustrates the time period?

She held lanterns so surgeons could work.

Your advice discouraging enlistment was well conceived.

She pressed a cool cloth to my shoulder.

Which situation is ironic?

A professor learned survival from uneducated youths.

Both were educators before the war.

Grade 12 English · Writing

Virginia SOL 12.W.3

Virginia SOL 12.W.3 is part of the Writing strand in Grade 12 English (English). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students revise and edit writing for clarity, conventions, and quality. Below is what 12.W.3 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 12.W.3 for the Virginia SOL test.

Practice 12.W.3 All Grade 12 English standards

What SOL 12.W.3 means

Revise and edit writing for clarity, conventions, and quality.

Practice Grade 12 English SOL questions

Free Grade 12 English questions from official Virginia Department of Education released SOL tests — good practice while you work on 12.W.3 and the rest of the course. Pick an answer to check it instantly, or open “Show answer” to review.

1. Which sentence contains figurative language?
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Answer: G — My salvation came in the form of a ministering angel.
2. Which image best illustrates a main focus of this selection?
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Answer: A — Clara Barton tending wounded soldiers
3. Which sentence most clearly illustrates the time period?
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Answer: J — She held lanterns so surgeons could work.
4. Which situation is ironic?
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Answer: C — A professor learned survival from uneducated youths.

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Skills you’ll practice for 12.W.3

Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy, and depth of information.
Use peer- and self-evaluation to edit writing for clarity and quality.
Edit writing for appropriate conventions, style, and language in informal and formal contexts.
Write and revise to standards acceptable in workplace and postsecondary education.

Key concepts covered by 12.W.3

revision
clarity
content accuracy
depth of information
peer evaluation
self-evaluation
editing
conventions
style
formal language
informal language
writing standards
workplace writing
postsecondary writing

How to study and practice SOL 12.W.3

Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 12.W.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.

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12.W.1 — Write extended and technical pieces for diverse audiences and purposes.
12.W.2 — Plan, organize, and compose writing with clear claims, evidence, and structure.

Frequently asked questions about SOL 12.W.3

What is Virginia SOL 12.W.3?

SOL 12.W.3 is a Grade 12 English Standard of Learning in the Writing strand. It expects students to revise and edit writing for clarity, conventions, and quality.

What skills does SOL 12.W.3 cover?

SOL 12.W.3 is assessed on 4 skills: revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy, and depth of information; use peer- and self-evaluation to edit writing for clarity and quality; edit writing for appropriate conventions, style, and language in informal and formal contexts; write and revise to standards acceptable in workplace and postsecondary education.

What strand of Grade 12 English is SOL 12.W.3 in?

SOL 12.W.3 belongs to the Writing reporting strand of the Grade 12 English Virginia Standards of Learning.

How do I study and practice for SOL 12.W.3?

Start with a diagnostic to see whether 12.W.3 is already solid, then work the 4 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.