Capitalization STAAR Review

Capitalization STAAR Review

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English

10th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a proper noun?

Back

A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized. Examples include 'Monterey Bay Aquarium' and 'Pacific Ocean.'

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a common noun?

Back

A common noun is a general name for a person, place, or thing and is not capitalized unless it starts a sentence. Examples include 'dog,' 'city,' and 'car.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Should the name of your pet be capitalized?

Back

Yes, the name of your pet is a proper noun and should start with a capital letter.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following should be capitalized: 'the president' or 'the president of the United States'?

Back

'The president of the United States' should be capitalized because it refers to a specific title.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should months and days of the week be capitalized?

Back

Months and days of the week should always be capitalized, such as 'January' and 'Monday.'

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the rule for capitalizing titles before names?

Back

Titles such as 'Mr.,' 'Mrs.,' 'Dr.,' and 'Professor' should be capitalized when they precede a name.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is 'white house' a proper noun?

Back

No, 'white house' is not a proper noun unless it refers to the official residence of the President of the United States, in which case it should be 'White House.'

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