Capitalizing and Punctuating Titles

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What is the correct punctuation for a title of a song in a sentence?

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Use quotation marks around the title, e.g., I liked Olivia Rodrigo's "All I Want".

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CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.5.2D

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What types of works should be italicized or underlined?

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Major works such as novels, books, and TV/drama series should be italicized or underlined.

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CCSS.L.5.2D

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How do you capitalize the title of a song in a sentence?

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Capitalize the first and last words, as well as all major words in the title, e.g., "How Far I'll Go."

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CCSS.L.1.2A

CCSS.L.2.2A

CCSS.L.3.2A

CCSS.L.4.2A

CCSS.L.K.2A

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What is the correct way to format the title of a TV show?

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Italicize the title, e.g., The Young and the Restless.

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CCSS.L.5.2D

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How should you punctuate the title of an anime series in a sentence?

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Italicize the title, e.g., Mikayla enjoys Attack on Titan.

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CCSS.L.5.2D

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What is the rule for capitalizing titles in English?

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Capitalize the first and last words, and all major words in between.

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CCSS.L.1.2A

CCSS.L.2.2A

CCSS.L.3.2A

CCSS.L.4.2A

CCSS.L.K.2A

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When should you use quotation marks for titles?

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Use quotation marks for shorter works like songs, articles, and poems.

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CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.5.2D

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What is the difference between italicizing and using quotation marks for titles?

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Italicize major works (books, movies) and use quotation marks for shorter works (songs, articles).

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CCSS.L.5.2D

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How do you format a title that includes a subtitle?

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Capitalize the first word of the subtitle and italicize the entire title, e.g., Understanding Psychology: A Comprehensive Guide.

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CCSS.L.5.2D

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What is the correct way to cite a title in a bibliography?

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Italicize the title of books and major works, and use quotation marks for articles and shorter works.

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CCSS.L.5.2D