Grade 3 English · Language Usage
Virginia SOL 3.LU.1
Virginia SOL 3.LU.1 is part of the Language Usage strand in Grade 3 English (English). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students use conventions of Standard English grammar in speaking and writing. Below is what 3.LU.1 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 3.LU.1 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 3.LU.1 means
Use conventions of Standard English grammar in speaking and writing.
Practice Grade 3 English SOL questions
Free Grade 3 English questions from official Virginia Department of Education released SOL tests — good practice while you work on 3.LU.1 and the rest of the course. Pick an answer to check it instantly, or open “Show answer” to review.
1. Mr. Romo MOST likely chooses Jocelyn to be the Bunny Buddy because —
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Answer: F — he wants her to try something different
2. Why is Jocelyn worried about being Bunny Buddy?
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Answer: D — She does not want to make a mistake with Wiggles.
3. Why does Jocelyn like being Computer Helper?
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Answer: H — She likes to show other students how to use the computer.
4. Who would be MOST helped by reading this story?
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Answer: D — A student who is worried about trying something new
Skills you’ll practice for 3.LU.1
- Produce, expand, and rearrange simple and compound sentences.
- Distinguish between complete and incomplete sentences.
- Form and use comparative and superlative adjectives.
- Form and use regular and irregular verbs.
- Use subject-verb agreement in simple sentences.
- Eliminate double negatives in speaking and writing.
Key concepts covered by 3.LU.1
- sentence structure
- simple sentences
- compound sentences
- sentence completeness
- grammar
- adjectives
- comparative
- superlative
- verbs
- regular verbs
- irregular verbs
- subject-verb agreement
- double negatives
How to study and practice SOL 3.LU.1
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 3.LU.1 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 3 English standards in Language Usage
- 3.LU.2 — Use conventions of Standard English mechanics in writing.
Frequently asked questions about SOL 3.LU.1
What is Virginia SOL 3.LU.1?
SOL 3.LU.1 is a Grade 3 English Standard of Learning in the Language Usage strand. It expects students to use conventions of Standard English grammar in speaking and writing.
What skills does SOL 3.LU.1 cover?
SOL 3.LU.1 is assessed on 6 skills: produce, expand, and rearrange simple and compound sentences; distinguish between complete and incomplete sentences; form and use comparative and superlative adjectives; form and use regular and irregular verbs; use subject-verb agreement in simple sentences; eliminate double negatives in speaking and writing.
What strand of Grade 3 English is SOL 3.LU.1 in?
SOL 3.LU.1 belongs to the Language Usage reporting strand of the Grade 3 English Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 3.LU.1?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 3.LU.1 is already solid, then work the 6 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.