Capitalizing Titles Review

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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 (nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs). Do not capitalize short conjunctions, articles, or prepositions unless they are the first or last word.

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Should the word 'wonka' be capitalized in the title 'willy wonka and the chocolate factory'?

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Yes, 'Wonka' is a proper noun and should be capitalized.

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Should the word 'the' be capitalized in the title 'willy wonka and the chocolate factory'?

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No, 'the' is an article and is not capitalized unless it is the first or last word.

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Should the word 'and' be capitalized in the title 'willy wonka and the chocolate factory'?

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No, 'and' is a conjunction and is not capitalized unless it is the first or last word.

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What are major words in a title?

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Major words include nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs.

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What are minor words in a title?

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Minor words include conjunctions (and, but, or), articles (a, an, the), and prepositions (in, on, at, etc.).

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In the title 'the cat in the hat', which words are capitalized?

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The words 'The', 'Cat', 'Hat' are capitalized. 'in' and 'the' are not.

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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 title with correct capitalization?

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Sure! 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' is correctly capitalized.

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What is the first word rule in title capitalization?

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The first word of a title is always capitalized, regardless of its type.