Capitalization 11/15

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What is capitalization?

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Capitalization is the use of uppercase letters at the beginning of sentences and for proper nouns.

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When do we capitalize the first letter of a sentence?

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We capitalize the first letter of a sentence to show that it is the beginning of a new thought.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is the name of a specific person, place, or organization, and it always starts with a capital letter.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples of proper nouns include 'Millburn', 'Target', and 'Thanksgiving'.

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What should you do with the word 'I' in a sentence?

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The word 'I' should always be capitalized.

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How do we write the name of a day of the week?

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The names of the days of the week, like 'Monday' and 'Friday', should always start with a capital letter.

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What is the rule for capitalizing months?

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The names of the months, like 'January' and 'November', should always be capitalized.

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Should the word 'school' be capitalized?

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No, 'school' is a common noun and should not be capitalized unless it is part of a proper noun like 'Millburn School'.

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What is the correct way to write 'thanksgiving'?

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The correct way is 'Thanksgiving' with a capital 'T' because it is a holiday.

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When do we use an exclamation mark?

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We use an exclamation mark at the end of a sentence to show strong feelings or excitement.