Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present · Late 20th to Early 21st Century
Virginia SOL USII.8
Virginia SOL USII.8 is part of the Late 20th to Early 21st Century strand in Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present (History). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students analyze key changing patterns of society during the second half of the 20th and early 21st centuries. Below is what USII.8 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice USII.8 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL USII.8 means
Analyze key changing patterns of society during the second half of the 20th and early 21st centuries.
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.8 and the rest of the course. Pick an answer to check it instantly, or open “Show answer” to review.
1. “IN THE NAME OF GOD, AMEN. We … the Loyal Subjects of … King James, by the Grace of God … Having undertaken for the Glory of God, and Advancement of the Christian Faith, a Voyage …” — Mayflower Compact This document was most likely written by the colonists of —
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Answer: J — Plymouth
2. The recovery and analysis of evidence from the past are most important in the study of —
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Answer: C — archaeology
3. A navigational tool used by sailors to determine direction and location at sea was commonly used to —
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Answer: J — aid European exploration
4. A map of North America shows a darker-shaded region located primarily in present-day Mexico, the southwestern United States, and parts of Central America. This region includes areas settled by Spain, where Catholic missions were established. What was one reason that Europeans explored this darker-shaded area?
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Answer: C — To spread religion
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Skills you’ll practice for USII.8
- Examine the contributions of key leaders and events during the Civil Rights Era.
- Explain the significance of urban renewal plans, such as Jackson Ward in Richmond and Vinegar Hill in Charlottesville.
- Examine key events of the 1960s and 1970s, including the Apollo missions, the moon landing, and the Watergate scandal.
- Describe the impact of the baby boom, changing demographics, and the ending of the military draft.
- Describe the protections and provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Describe the similarities and differences between the objectives of the women's movement of the early and mid-20th century.
- Describe expanded educational and economic opportunities for military veterans, women, and minorities.
- Describe how the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, impacted domestic policies and American society.
Key concepts covered by USII.8
- Civil Rights Movement
- Martin Luther King Jr.
- Rosa Parks
- Malcolm X
- Selma march
- urban renewal
- Jackson Ward
- Vinegar Hill
- community development
- Apollo missions
- moon landing
- Watergate scandal
- 1960s events
- 1970s politics
- baby boom
- demographic changes
- military draft
- Vietnam War draft
- Americans with Disabilities Act
- ADA
- disability rights
- inclusion
- women's movement
- suffrage
- feminism
- gender equality
- veteran benefits
- educational opportunities
- economic inclusion
- minority rights
- September 11 attacks
- war on terror
- domestic policy changes
- Flight 93
How to study and practice SOL USII.8
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether USII.8 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.8
What is Virginia SOL USII.8?
SOL USII.8 is a Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present Standard of Learning in the Late 20th to Early 21st Century strand. It expects students to analyze key changing patterns of society during the second half of the 20th and early 21st centuries.
What skills does SOL USII.8 cover?
SOL USII.8 is assessed on 8 skills: examine the contributions of key leaders and events during the Civil Rights Era; explain the significance of urban renewal plans, such as Jackson Ward in Richmond and Vinegar Hill in Charlottesville; examine key events of the 1960s and 1970s, including the Apollo missions, the moon landing, and the Watergate scandal; describe the impact of the baby boom, changing demographics, and the ending of the military draft; describe the protections and provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); describe the similarities and differences between the objectives of the women's movement of the early and mid-20th century; describe expanded educational and economic opportunities for military veterans, women, and minorities; describe how the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, impacted domestic policies and American society.
What strand of Grade 6 - United States History: 1865 to the Present is SOL USII.8 in?
SOL USII.8 belongs to the Late 20th to Early 21st Century 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.8?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether USII.8 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.