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 the first letter of a sentence be capitalized?

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The first letter of a sentence should always be capitalized.

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Which words should be capitalized in a title?

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The first and last words, as well as all major words in between, should 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 should always be capitalized.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples include 'Bethany', 'Georgia', and 'Buford High School'.

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What is the rule for capitalizing days of the week?

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The names of the days of the week should always be capitalized.

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Should the word 'I' be capitalized?

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Yes, the pronoun 'I' should always be capitalized.

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What is the rule for capitalizing titles before names?

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

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When should the names of countries and cities be capitalized?

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The names of countries and cities should always be capitalized.

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What is the capitalization rule for the word 'school' in 'Buford High School'?

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The word 'High' and 'School' should be capitalized because it is part of a proper noun.