Capitalization

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What is capitalization?

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Capitalization is the writing of a word with its first letter in uppercase and the remaining letters in lowercase.

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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.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples of proper nouns include 'John', 'London', and 'Microsoft'.

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Should the word 'mom' be capitalized in a sentence?

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No, 'mom' should not be capitalized unless it is used as a name or title.

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What is the rule for capitalizing titles?

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Titles should be capitalized when they precede a person's name.

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Is 'school' a proper noun?

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

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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'.

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When do you capitalize days of the week?

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

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What is the rule for capitalizing months?

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Months are always capitalized, e.g., 'January', 'February'.