Grade 10 - World History and Geography: 1500 A.D. to the Present · Emergence of a Global Age
Virginia SOL WHII.2
Virginia SOL WHII.2 is part of the Emergence of a Global Age strand in Grade 10 - World History and Geography: 1500 A.D. to the Present (History). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students analyze the Renaissance and Protestant Reformation and their impacts on western civilization. Below is what WHII.2 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice WHII.2 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL WHII.2 means
Analyze the Renaissance and Protestant Reformation and their impacts on western civilization.
Practice Grade 10 - World History and Geography: 1500 A.D. to the Present SOL questions
Free Grade 10 - World History and Geography: 1500 A.D. to the Present questions from official Virginia Department of Education released SOL tests — good practice while you work on WHII.2 and the rest of the course. Pick an answer to check it instantly, or open “Show answer” to review.
1. Elizabeth I supported Protestantism in England by —
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Answer: B — making the Anglican Church the official national church
2. Which form of literature was introduced to Europe during the Enlightenment?
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Answer: B — Novel
3. A transatlantic trade route is shown connecting Spanish colonies in the Americas to Europe. This route was most likely used to export —
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Answer: B — silver from New Spain
4. The Mexican state of Hidalgo, a district in Mexico City named Miguel Hidalgo, and Hidalgo County in New Mexico were all named after a man who —
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Answer: C — started the movement for Mexican independence
Skills you’ll practice for WHII.2
- Explain the effects of theological, political, and economic differences during the Renaissance and Reformation.
- Describe the views and actions of Martin Luther, John Calvin, Henry VIII, and Elizabeth I.
- Explain how the Renaissance and Reformation led to changing cultural values, traditions, and philosophies.
- Describe the effect of religious conflicts on society and government actions including the Inquisition and Catholic Reformation.
Key concepts covered by WHII.2
- theological differences
- political conflicts
- economic changes
- Renaissance
- Protestant Reformation
- Martin Luther
- John Calvin
- Henry VIII
- Elizabeth I
- Reformation leaders
- cultural change
- Renaissance values
- Reformation philosophies
- printing press
- religious conflicts
- Inquisition
- Catholic Reformation
- government actions
How to study and practice SOL WHII.2
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether WHII.2 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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Frequently asked questions about SOL WHII.2
What is Virginia SOL WHII.2?
SOL WHII.2 is a Grade 10 - World History and Geography: 1500 A.D. to the Present Standard of Learning in the Emergence of a Global Age strand. It expects students to analyze the Renaissance and Protestant Reformation and their impacts on western civilization.
What skills does SOL WHII.2 cover?
SOL WHII.2 is assessed on 4 skills: explain the effects of theological, political, and economic differences during the Renaissance and Reformation; describe the views and actions of Martin Luther, John Calvin, Henry VIII, and Elizabeth I; explain how the Renaissance and Reformation led to changing cultural values, traditions, and philosophies; describe the effect of religious conflicts on society and government actions including the Inquisition and Catholic Reformation.
What strand of Grade 10 - World History and Geography: 1500 A.D. to the Present is SOL WHII.2 in?
SOL WHII.2 belongs to the Emergence of a Global Age reporting strand of the Grade 10 - World History and Geography: 1500 A.D. to the Present Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL WHII.2?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether WHII.2 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.