Capitalizing Titles Review

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What is the rule for capitalizing titles?

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In titles, capitalize the first word, last word, and all major words (nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs). Do not capitalize short conjunctions, articles, or prepositions unless they are the first or last word.

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Should the word 'the' be capitalized in a title?

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No, 'the' is an article and should not be capitalized unless it is the first or last word of the title.

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Should the word 'and' be capitalized in a title?

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No, 'and' is a conjunction and should not be capitalized unless it is the first or last word of the title.

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Should the word 'wonka' be capitalized in the title 'willy wonka and the chocolate factory'?

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Yes, 'Wonka' is a proper noun and should be capitalized.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is the name of a specific person, place, or organization and is always capitalized.

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, or thing and is not capitalized.

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Give an example of a title that follows capitalization rules.

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Example: 'The Cat in the Hat' - 'The' and 'Hat' are capitalized because they are the first and last words, while 'in' is not.

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What is the first word rule in title capitalization?

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The first word of a title is always capitalized, regardless of its part of speech.

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What is the last word rule in title capitalization?

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The last word of a title is always capitalized, regardless of its part of speech.

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When should you capitalize adjectives in titles?

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Capitalize adjectives in titles as they are considered major words.