Grade 4 - Virginia Studies · Virginia: 1900 to Present
Virginia SOL VS.17
Virginia SOL VS.17 is part of the Virginia: 1900 to Present strand in Grade 4 - Virginia Studies (History). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students explain Virginia's role in the global economy in the 21st century. Below is what VS.17 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice VS.17 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL VS.17 means
Explain Virginia's role in the global economy in the 21st century.
Practice Grade 4 - Virginia Studies SOL questions
Free Grade 4 - Virginia Studies questions from official Virginia Department of Education released SOL tests — good practice while you work on VS.17 and the rest of the course. Pick an answer to check it instantly, or open “Show answer” to review.
1. Which of these happened last?
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Answer: B — Native peoples saw the settlers as invaders taking their land.
2. What is the best example of a cultural landscape (a human-made feature of the land)?
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Answer: C — Barn
3. The arrival of European settlers changed the lives of American Indians by forcing them to —
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Answer: C — move inland
4. The area of West Virginia became a state because —
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Answer: A — its people opposed slavery
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Skills you’ll practice for VS.17
- Examine major products and industries important to Virginia.
- Examine the impact of the ideas, innovations, and advancements of Virginians on a global market.
Key concepts covered by VS.17
- economic sectors
- industrial output
- agricultural products
- manufacturing base
- global influence
- technological innovations
- entrepreneurial ventures
- economic contributions
How to study and practice SOL VS.17
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether VS.17 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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Related Grade 4 - Virginia Studies standards in Virginia: 1900 to Present
- VS.13 — Understand the ways in which Virginia became interconnected and diverse.
- VS.14 — Understand the role Virginians played in American history during World War I and World War II.
- VS.15 — Understand the Civil Rights Movement in Virginia.
- VS.16 — Use history and social science skills to recognize why Virginia is known as the "Mother of Presidents."
Frequently asked questions about SOL VS.17
What is Virginia SOL VS.17?
SOL VS.17 is a Grade 4 - Virginia Studies Standard of Learning in the Virginia: 1900 to Present strand. It expects students to explain Virginia's role in the global economy in the 21st century.
What skills does SOL VS.17 cover?
SOL VS.17 is assessed on 2 skills: examine major products and industries important to Virginia; examine the impact of the ideas, innovations, and advancements of Virginians on a global market.
What strand of Grade 4 - Virginia Studies is SOL VS.17 in?
SOL VS.17 belongs to the Virginia: 1900 to Present reporting strand of the Grade 4 - Virginia Studies Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL VS.17?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether VS.17 is already solid, then work the 2 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.