Capitalization STAAR Review

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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 'Monterey Bay Aquarium' and 'Pacific Ocean.'

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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 unless it starts a sentence. Examples include 'dog,' 'city,' and 'car.'

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Should the name of your pet be capitalized?

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Yes, the name of your pet is a proper noun and should start with a capital letter.

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Which of the following should be capitalized: 'the president' or 'the president of the United States'?

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'The president of the United States' should be capitalized because it refers to a specific title.

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When should months and days of the week be capitalized?

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Months and days of the week should always be capitalized, such as 'January' and 'Monday.'

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What is the rule for capitalizing titles before names?

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Titles such as 'Mr.,' 'Mrs.,' 'Dr.,' and 'Professor' should be capitalized when they precede a name.

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Is 'white house' a proper noun?

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No, 'white house' is not a proper noun unless it refers to the official residence of the President of the United States, in which case it should be 'White House.'

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What is the correct capitalization for 'grand canyon'?

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The correct capitalization is 'Grand Canyon' because it is a specific geographical location.

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What is the difference between a proper noun and a common noun?

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A proper noun names a specific entity and is capitalized, while a common noun refers to a general class of items and is not capitalized.

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Should 'december' be capitalized in a sentence?

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