Paragraphs 11–14 show that Callie’s mother —

believes Callie can solve her own problems

thinks Mrs. Baker is an excellent neighbor

agrees that the girls should go to Fun World

knows that neighborhood gardens are useful

Paragraph 15 is mostly about the way Callie —

struggles with her promise to her neighbor

refuses to speak to her friend at school

spends an evening talking to her mother

knows she will enjoy going to Fun World

Why does Mrs. Baker need Callie’s help?

The neighborhood wants to start a garden in an empty lot filled with trash.

The neighbors do not have time to clean the lot.

The other children will not help because Fun World is opening.

The city is asking people to clear the empty lots near their homes.

Grade 4 English · Foundations for Writing

Virginia SOL 4.FFW.1

Virginia SOL 4.FFW.1 is part of the Foundations for Writing strand in Grade 4 English (English). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students maintain legible handwriting in manuscript and cursive. Below is what 4.FFW.1 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 4.FFW.1 for the Virginia SOL test.

Practice 4.FFW.1 All Grade 4 English standards

What SOL 4.FFW.1 means

Maintain legible handwriting in manuscript and cursive.

Practice Grade 4 English SOL questions

Free Grade 4 English questions from official Virginia Department of Education released SOL tests — good practice while you work on 4.FFW.1 and the rest of the course. Pick an answer to check it instantly, or open “Show answer” to review.

1. Paragraphs 11–14 show that Callie’s mother —
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Answer: H — believes Callie can solve her own problems
2. Paragraph 15 is mostly about the way Callie —
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Answer: D — struggles with her promise to her neighbor
3. Why does Mrs. Baker need Callie’s help?
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Answer: G — The neighborhood wants to start a garden in an empty lot filled with trash.
4. Which heading would be best for paragraph 2?
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Answer: C — A Swedish Hotel

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Skills you’ll practice for 4.FFW.1

Maintain legible printing.
Maintain legible cursive.
Sign first and last name.

Key concepts covered by 4.FFW.1

legible printing
legible cursive
signature
first name
last name

How to study and practice SOL 4.FFW.1

Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 4.FFW.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.

→ Take the free Grade 4 English SOL practice test

4.FFW.2 — Apply grade-level word knowledge to spell words correctly.

Frequently asked questions about SOL 4.FFW.1

What is Virginia SOL 4.FFW.1?

SOL 4.FFW.1 is a Grade 4 English Standard of Learning in the Foundations for Writing strand. It expects students to maintain legible handwriting in manuscript and cursive.

What skills does SOL 4.FFW.1 cover?

SOL 4.FFW.1 is assessed on 3 skills: maintain legible printing; maintain legible cursive; sign first and last name.

What strand of Grade 4 English is SOL 4.FFW.1 in?

SOL 4.FFW.1 belongs to the Foundations for Writing reporting strand of the Grade 4 English Virginia Standards of Learning.

How do I study and practice for SOL 4.FFW.1?

Start with a diagnostic to see whether 4.FFW.1 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.