Capitalization (Proper Nouns) Review

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name used for an individual person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized.

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When should 'I' be capitalized in a sentence?

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The pronoun 'I' should always be capitalized, regardless of its position in a sentence.

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What is the capitalization rule for days of the week?

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The names of the days of the week are proper nouns and should always be capitalized.

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How should 'Christmas Eve' be written in a sentence?

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'Christmas Eve' should be capitalized as it is a proper noun.

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What is the capitalization rule for titles of people?

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Titles of people, such as 'Doctor', 'Professor', or 'President', should be capitalized when they precede a name.

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What is the rule for capitalizing the first word in a quotation?

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The first word in a direct quotation should be capitalized.

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Should the names of countries and nationalities be capitalized?

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Yes, the names of countries and nationalities are proper nouns and should be capitalized.

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What is the capitalization rule for the names of organizations?

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The names of organizations, such as 'United Nations' or 'Red Cross', should be capitalized.

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When is it appropriate to capitalize the word 'Earth'?

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'Earth' should be capitalized when it refers to the planet as a proper noun, but not when used in a general sense.

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What is the capitalization rule for months of the year?

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The names of the months of the year are proper nouns and should always be capitalized.