Capitalization

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What is capitalization?

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Capitalization is the use of uppercase letters at the beginning of sentences, proper nouns, and important words in titles.

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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 is always capitalized.

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Can you give an example of a proper noun?

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Examples of proper nouns include 'Bob', 'Canada', and 'Disney World'.

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, or thing and is not capitalized.

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Is 'library' a proper noun?

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No, 'library' is a common noun and should not be capitalized unless it is part of a specific name.

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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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What is the rule for capitalizing titles?

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In titles, capitalize the first word, the last word, and all important words in between.

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When should you capitalize days of the week?

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You should capitalize days of the week like 'Monday', 'Tuesday', etc., because they are proper nouns.

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What is the correct way to write 'the grand canyon'?

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The correct way is 'the Grand Canyon' because it is a proper noun.