Capitalization

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What is capitalization?

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Capitalization is the use of uppercase letters at the beginning of words, typically 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 person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized (e.g., 'John', 'Paris', 'Microsoft').

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Should the names of days and months be capitalized?

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Yes, the names of days (e.g., 'Monday') and months (e.g., 'January') should always be capitalized.

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Is 'the president' capitalized when referring to a specific president?

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Yes, when referring to a specific president, such as 'President Lincoln', it should be capitalized.

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How do you capitalize titles of books, movies, and songs?

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In titles, capitalize the first and last words, and all major words in between (e.g., 'The Great Gatsby').

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Should you capitalize the word 'I'?

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Yes, the pronoun 'I' is always capitalized.

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What is the rule for capitalizing geographical names?

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Geographical names, such as countries, cities, and landmarks, should always be capitalized (e.g., 'Canada', 'Mount Everest').

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When should you not capitalize a word?

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Do not capitalize common nouns unless they start a sentence or are part of a title.

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What is the correct capitalization for 'the white house' when referring to the official residence of the President?

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It should be capitalized as 'The White House'.