Capitalization Flashcard

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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 beginning of sentences, and certain titles.

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When should you capitalize the names of places?

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Names of specific places, such as cities, countries, and landmarks, should be capitalized. For example, 'New York', 'France', and 'Empire State Building'.

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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. Minor words like 'and', 'or', 'the', and 'in' are not capitalized unless they are the first or last word.

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Should the word 'I' be capitalized?

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Yes, the pronoun 'I' is always capitalized in English.

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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. Examples include 'Sarah', 'London', and 'Microsoft'.

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When do you capitalize days of the week?

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Days of the week, such as 'Monday', 'Tuesday', etc., are always capitalized.

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What is the capitalization rule for nationalities and languages?

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Nationalities and languages are always capitalized. For example, 'French', 'Spanish', and 'American'.

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Should the word 'titanic' be capitalized?

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Yes, 'Titanic' should be capitalized as it is the name of a specific ship.

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What is the correct capitalization for 'high school'?

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'High school' is not capitalized unless it is part of a specific name, such as 'Lincoln High School'.

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When do you capitalize the first word in a sentence?

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The first word of every sentence should always be capitalized.