Grade 2 Math · Measurement and Geometry
Virginia SOL 2.MG.3
Virginia SOL 2.MG.3 is part of the Measurement and Geometry strand in Grade 2 Math (Math). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students identify, describe, and create plane figures with at least one line of symmetry and explain its relationship with congruency. Below is what 2.MG.3 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 2.MG.3 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 2.MG.3 means
Identify, describe, and create plane figures with at least one line of symmetry and explain its relationship with congruency.
Skills you’ll practice for 2.MG.3
- Explore a figure using tools (e.g., paper folding, geoboards, drawings) to show and justify a line of symmetry, if one exists.
- Create figures with at least one line of symmetry using various concrete and pictorial representations.
- Describe the two resulting figures formed by a line of symmetry as being congruent (having the same shape and size).
Key concepts covered by 2.MG.3
- line of symmetry
- paper folding
- geoboards
- justify symmetry
- create figures
- concrete representations
- pictorial representations
- congruent figures
- same shape
- same size
How to study and practice SOL 2.MG.3
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 2.MG.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 Math standards in Measurement and Geometry
- 2.MG.1 — Reason mathematically using standard U.S. Customary units to estimate, measure, and compare objects by length, weight, and liquid volume.
- 2.MG.2 — Demonstrate understanding of the concept of time to the nearest five minutes using analog and digital clocks.
- 2.MG.4 — Describe, name, compare, and contrast plane and solid figures.
Frequently asked questions about SOL 2.MG.3
What is Virginia SOL 2.MG.3?
SOL 2.MG.3 is a Grade 2 Math Standard of Learning in the Measurement and Geometry strand. It expects students to identify, describe, and create plane figures with at least one line of symmetry and explain its relationship with congruency.
What skills does SOL 2.MG.3 cover?
SOL 2.MG.3 is assessed on 3 skills: explore a figure using tools (e.g., paper folding, geoboards, drawings) to show and justify a line of symmetry, if one exists; create figures with at least one line of symmetry using various concrete and pictorial representations; describe the two resulting figures formed by a line of symmetry as being congruent (having the same shape and size).
What strand of Grade 2 Math is SOL 2.MG.3 in?
SOL 2.MG.3 belongs to the Measurement and Geometry reporting strand of the Grade 2 Math Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 2.MG.3?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 2.MG.3 is already solid, then work the 3 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.