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Virginia SOL 2.HI.2
Virginia SOL 2.HI.2 is part of the History strand in Grade 2 History (History). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students identify the geographic location, use of resources, and contributions of European explorers and their influence on North America. Below is what 2.HI.2 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 2.HI.2 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 2.HI.2 means
Identify the geographic location, use of resources, and contributions of European explorers and their influence on North America.
Skills you’ll practice for 2.HI.2
- Identify the geographic location and contributions of English explorers.
- Identify the geographic location and contributions of French explorers.
- Identify the geographic location and contributions of Spanish explorers.
- Explain the influence of European explorers on the development of North America.
Key concepts covered by 2.HI.2
- English explorers
- geographic location
- French explorers
- Spanish explorers
- European explorers
- North America development
How to study and practice SOL 2.HI.2
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 2.HI.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.
Related Grade 2 History standards in History
- 2.HI.1 — Identify the geographic location, use of resources, and contributions of Indigenous people past and present.
- 2.HI.3 — Describe the revolutionaries who fought for America's freedom (1764–1781).
- 2.HI.4 — Understand the principles of American democracy and relate them to the founding of the nation.
- 2.HI.5 — Understand key events in United States history.
- 2.HI.6 — Describe the contributions and roles of changemakers in United States history.
Frequently asked questions about SOL 2.HI.2
What is Virginia SOL 2.HI.2?
SOL 2.HI.2 is a Grade 2 History Standard of Learning in the History strand. It expects students to identify the geographic location, use of resources, and contributions of European explorers and their influence on North America.
What skills does SOL 2.HI.2 cover?
SOL 2.HI.2 is assessed on 4 skills: identify the geographic location and contributions of English explorers; identify the geographic location and contributions of French explorers; identify the geographic location and contributions of Spanish explorers; explain the influence of European explorers on the development of North America.
What strand of Grade 2 History is SOL 2.HI.2 in?
SOL 2.HI.2 belongs to the History reporting strand of the Grade 2 History Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 2.HI.2?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 2.HI.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.