Capitalization

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What is capitalization in writing?

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Capitalization is the use of uppercase letters at the beginning of sentences, proper nouns, and certain other words to indicate importance or to follow grammatical rules.

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When should you capitalize the names of places?

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You should capitalize the names of specific places, such as cities, countries, and landmarks (e.g., Paris, Lake Erie).

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized (e.g., John, France, Microsoft).

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What is the rule for capitalizing the first word in a sentence?

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The first word of a sentence should always be capitalized.

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Should the word 'lake' be capitalized in 'Lake Erie'?

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Yes, 'Lake' should be capitalized because it is part of the proper noun 'Lake Erie'.

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What is the capitalization rule for titles of works (books, movies, etc.)?

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In titles, capitalize the first and last words, as well as all major words in between (e.g., 'The Great Gatsby').

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When do you capitalize the names of days and months?

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You should capitalize the names of days of the week and months of the year (e.g., Monday, January).

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What is the capitalization rule for the word 'school' in 'Mill Middle School'?

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'School' should be capitalized because it is part of the proper noun 'Mill Middle School'.

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What is the capitalization rule for historical events or periods?

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Historical events or periods should be capitalized (e.g., the Renaissance, World War II).

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Should the word 'chorus' be capitalized in 'the chorus will perform'?

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No, 'chorus' should not be capitalized in this context because it is not a proper noun.