Capitalization

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What is capitalization?

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Capitalization is the use of uppercase letters at the beginning of words, typically for proper nouns, the first word of a sentence, and certain titles.

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When should you capitalize the first word of a sentence?

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The first word of a sentence should always be capitalized.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized (e.g., 'New York', 'Sarah').

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Should the word 'mom' be capitalized in the sentence 'My mom is here'?

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No, 'mom' should not be capitalized unless it is used as a proper noun (e.g., 'Mom, can you help me?').

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What is the rule for capitalizing titles?

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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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Is 'general' capitalized in 'General Powell'?

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Yes, 'General' is capitalized because it is a title used before a person's name.

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When do you capitalize days of the week?

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Days of the week (e.g., Monday, Tuesday) are always capitalized.

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Should 'i' be capitalized in a sentence?

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Yes, the pronoun 'I' is always capitalized.

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What is the correct capitalization for 'the president'?

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'President' should be capitalized when it is used as a title before a name (e.g., 'President Biden').

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How do you capitalize a quote within a sentence?

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Capitalize the first word of a quote if it is a complete sentence (e.g., He said, 'It is time to go.').