Grade 2 Science · Earth Resources
Virginia SOL 2.8
Virginia SOL 2.8 is part of the Earth Resources strand in Grade 2 Science (Science). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students investigate and understand that plants are important natural resources with various applications. Below is what 2.8 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 2.8 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 2.8 means
Investigate and understand that plants are important natural resources with various applications.
Skills you’ll practice for 2.8
- Explain how the availability of plant products affects the development of a geographic area.
- Identify how plants provide oxygen, homes, and food for many animals.
- Demonstrate how plants can help reduce the impact of wind and water.
Key concepts covered by 2.8
- plant products
- geographic development
- agriculture
- resource availability
- oxygen production
- habitat
- food source
- animal survival
- ecosystem services
- windbreak
- erosion control
- plant roots
- soil stabilization
- natural barriers
How to study and practice SOL 2.8
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 2.8 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.
Frequently asked questions about SOL 2.8
What is Virginia SOL 2.8?
SOL 2.8 is a Grade 2 Science Standard of Learning in the Earth Resources strand. It expects students to investigate and understand that plants are important natural resources with various applications.
What skills does SOL 2.8 cover?
SOL 2.8 is assessed on 3 skills: explain how the availability of plant products affects the development of a geographic area; identify how plants provide oxygen, homes, and food for many animals; demonstrate how plants can help reduce the impact of wind and water.
What strand of Grade 2 Science is SOL 2.8 in?
SOL 2.8 belongs to the Earth Resources reporting strand of the Grade 2 Science Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 2.8?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 2.8 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.