Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present · The Changing Role of the United States from the Late 19th Century through World War I
Virginia SOL USII.4
Virginia SOL USII.4 is part of the The Changing Role of the United States from the Late 19th Century through World War I strand in Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present (History). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students explain the changing role of the United States from the late 19th century through World War I. Below is what USII.4 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice USII.4 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL USII.4 means
Explain the changing role of the United States from the late 19th century through World War I.
Practice Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present SOL questions
Free Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present questions from official Virginia Department of Education released SOL tests — good practice while you work on USII.4 and the rest of the course. Pick an answer to check it instantly, or open “Show answer” to review.
1. After the Civil War, Confederate currency was —
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Answer: D — worthless in economic value
2. A person with the following accomplishments: Served as a Union naval captain Was decorated for heroism Served as a congressman after the Civil War Which person is described by this list?
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Answer: D — Robert Smalls
3. Statue of Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson A statue was built to honor Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson for his role in the Civil War. The statue honors Jackson because he was —
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Answer: B — a skilled Confederate general
4. Ships sailing from New York to San Francisco in the mid-1800s often traveled around Cape Horn, at the southern tip of South America. Which ocean did ships enter after rounding Cape Horn?
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Answer: B — Pacific
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Skills you’ll practice for USII.4
- Explain the legacy of Theodore Roosevelt, including conservation, progressivism, the Panama Canal, and the Spanish-American War.
- Explain the reasons for and results of the Spanish-American War, including the Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine.
- Analyze the major causes and consequences of World War I and examine the roles of key leaders and groups.
- Examine the evolution of warfare tactics and technology, including cavalry, air, submarine, chemical, and trench warfare.
- Explain how World War I was a catalyst for the United States gaining international power and expanding its sphere of influence.
- Examine how post-war sanctions and the failure of the League of Nations set the stage for World War II.
Key concepts covered by USII.4
- Theodore Roosevelt
- conservation
- Progressive Era
- Panama Canal
- Spanish-American War
- Monroe Doctrine
- Roosevelt Corollary
- imperialism
- territorial expansion
- World War I
- causes of war
- Allied Powers
- Central Powers
- Woodrow Wilson
- military technology
- cavalry
- trench warfare
- chemical weapons
- submarine warfare
- U.S. global influence
- international power
- sphere of influence
- post-war diplomacy
- Treaty of Versailles
- League of Nations
- post-war sanctions
- interwar period
How to study and practice SOL USII.4
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether USII.4 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 USII.4
What is Virginia SOL USII.4?
SOL USII.4 is a Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present Standard of Learning in the The Changing Role of the United States from the Late 19th Century through World War I strand. It expects students to explain the changing role of the United States from the late 19th century through World War I.
What skills does SOL USII.4 cover?
SOL USII.4 is assessed on 6 skills: explain the legacy of Theodore Roosevelt, including conservation, progressivism, the Panama Canal, and the Spanish-American War; explain the reasons for and results of the Spanish-American War, including the Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine; analyze the major causes and consequences of World War I and examine the roles of key leaders and groups; examine the evolution of warfare tactics and technology, including cavalry, air, submarine, chemical, and trench warfare; explain how World War I was a catalyst for the United States gaining international power and expanding its sphere of influence; examine how post-war sanctions and the failure of the League of Nations set the stage for World War II.
What strand of Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present is SOL USII.4 in?
SOL USII.4 belongs to the The Changing Role of the United States from the Late 19th Century through World War I reporting strand of the Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL USII.4?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether USII.4 is already solid, then work the 6 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.