Capitalization 7 p. 322

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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. It is used 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 particular person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized (e.g., Canada, Disney World).

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Which of the following is a proper noun: 'city' or 'New York'?

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New York is a proper noun.

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Should the word 'march' be capitalized when referring to the month?

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Yes, 'March' should be capitalized as it is the name of a month.

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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.

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Is 'camp' a proper noun?

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No, 'camp' is a common noun and should not be capitalized unless it is part of a proper noun (e.g., Camp Sunshine).

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What should be capitalized in the sentence: 'my dog is named max'?

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The word 'Max' should be capitalized.

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How do you capitalize names in a list?

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Capitalize each name in a list, such as 'Patti, Jeannie, Glen, Doug, and Megan.'

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What is the correct way to write: 'the president of the united states'?

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It should be written as 'the President of the United States'.