Grade 8 English · Writing
Virginia SOL 8.W
Virginia SOL 8.W is part of the Writing strand in Grade 8 English (English). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students compose various works for diverse audiences and purposes, linked to grade eight content and texts. Below is what 8.W covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 8.W for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 8.W means
Compose various works for diverse audiences and purposes, linked to grade eight content and texts.
Practice Grade 8 English SOL questions
Free Grade 8 English questions from official Virginia Department of Education released SOL tests — good practice while you work on 8.W and the rest of the course. Pick an answer to check it instantly, or open “Show answer” to review.
1. Which sentence contains a metaphor?
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Answer: A — The moon was a gleaming silver coin in the sky.
2. In paragraph 2, the author’s use of the words “distinguish” and “like” indicates that the information is organized by —
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Answer: D — comparing and contrasting similar subjects
3. Based on paragraph 8, the reader may best infer that the kinkajou —
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Answer: A — is unsuited for domestic life
4. According to the article, which sense best helps a kinkajou locate another kinkajou’s territory?
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Answer: B — Smell
How to study and practice SOL 8.W
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 8.W 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 8 English standards in Writing
- 8.W.1 — Write narratives, expository texts, persuasive texts, and reflective texts for specific purposes.
- 8.W.2 — Generate, organize, and compose multi-paragraph texts using the writing process, focusing on thesis, central idea, evidence, transitions, voice, and conclusions.
- 8.W.3 — Revise and edit writing for usage and mechanics.
Frequently asked questions about SOL 8.W
What is Virginia SOL 8.W?
SOL 8.W is a Grade 8 English Standard of Learning in the Writing strand. It expects students to compose various works for diverse audiences and purposes, linked to grade eight content and texts.
What strand of Grade 8 English is SOL 8.W in?
SOL 8.W belongs to the Writing reporting strand of the Grade 8 English Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 8.W?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 8.W is already solid, then work the 0 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.