Grade 2 History · History
Virginia SOL 2.HI.3
Virginia SOL 2.HI.3 is part of the History strand in Grade 2 History (History). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students describe the revolutionaries who fought for America's freedom (1764–1781). Below is what 2.HI.3 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 2.HI.3 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 2.HI.3 means
Describe the revolutionaries who fought for America's freedom (1764–1781).
Skills you’ll practice for 2.HI.3
- Describe the contributions of John Adams.
- Describe the contributions of Benjamin Franklin.
- Describe the contributions of Alexander Hamilton.
- Describe the contributions of Patrick Henry.
- Describe the contributions of Thomas Jefferson.
- Describe the contributions of James Madison.
- Describe the contributions of Paul Revere.
- Describe the contributions of George Washington.
Key concepts covered by 2.HI.3
- John Adams
- American Revolution
- Benjamin Franklin
- Alexander Hamilton
- Patrick Henry
- Thomas Jefferson
- James Madison
- Father of the Constitution
- Paul Revere
- George Washington
- Father of our Country
How to study and practice SOL 2.HI.3
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 2.HI.3 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.2 — Identify the geographic location, use of resources, and contributions of European explorers and their influence on North America.
- 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.3
What is Virginia SOL 2.HI.3?
SOL 2.HI.3 is a Grade 2 History Standard of Learning in the History strand. It expects students to describe the revolutionaries who fought for America's freedom (1764–1781).
What skills does SOL 2.HI.3 cover?
SOL 2.HI.3 is assessed on 8 skills: describe the contributions of John Adams; describe the contributions of Benjamin Franklin; describe the contributions of Alexander Hamilton; describe the contributions of Patrick Henry; describe the contributions of Thomas Jefferson; describe the contributions of James Madison; describe the contributions of Paul Revere; describe the contributions of George Washington.
What strand of Grade 2 History is SOL 2.HI.3 in?
SOL 2.HI.3 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.3?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 2.HI.3 is already solid, then work the 8 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.