Grade 2 Science · Force, Motion, and Energy
Virginia SOL 2.2
Virginia SOL 2.2 is part of the Force, Motion, and Energy strand in Grade 2 Science (Science). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students investigate and understand that different types of forces may cause an object’s motion to change. Below is what 2.2 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 2.2 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 2.2 means
Investigate and understand that different types of forces may cause an object’s motion to change.
Skills you’ll practice for 2.2
- Investigate how forces from direct contact can cause an object to move.
- Recognize that some forces, including gravity and magnetism, can cause objects to move from a distance.
- Identify real-world applications of forces in daily life.
Key concepts covered by 2.2
- contact forces
- object motion
- push
- pull
- force application
- non-contact forces
- gravity
- magnetism
- distance forces
- force applications
- real-world examples
- daily life
- motion changes
How to study and practice SOL 2.2
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 2.2 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.
Frequently asked questions about SOL 2.2
What is Virginia SOL 2.2?
SOL 2.2 is a Grade 2 Science Standard of Learning in the Force, Motion, and Energy strand. It expects students to investigate and understand that different types of forces may cause an object’s motion to change.
What skills does SOL 2.2 cover?
SOL 2.2 is assessed on 3 skills: investigate how forces from direct contact can cause an object to move; recognize that some forces, including gravity and magnetism, can cause objects to move from a distance; identify real-world applications of forces in daily life.
What strand of Grade 2 Science is SOL 2.2 in?
SOL 2.2 belongs to the Force, Motion, and Energy reporting strand of the Grade 2 Science Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 2.2?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 2.2 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.