Capitalization (Proper Nouns) Review

Front

What is a proper noun?

Back

A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization, and it always starts with a capital letter.

Front

When should you capitalize the word 'Texas'?

Back

You should capitalize 'Texas' because it is a proper noun referring to a specific state.

Front

What is the rule for capitalizing days of the week?

Back

The names of the days of the week are proper nouns and should always be capitalized, e.g., Monday, Tuesday.

Front

Should 'chinese food' be capitalized?

Back

Only 'Chinese' should be capitalized because it is a proper adjective describing the type of food.

Front

What is the correct capitalization for 'big ben country'?

Back

It should be 'Big Ben Country' because it is a specific place name.

Front

Is 'wednesday' a proper noun?

Back

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

Front

What is the rule for capitalizing titles of books?

Back

The first and last words of the title, as well as all major words, should be capitalized.

Front

When do you capitalize the word 'I'?

Back

The word 'I' is always capitalized when referring to oneself.

Front

What is the correct way to write 'the white house'?

Back

It should be 'The White House' because it is the name of a specific building.

Front

Should 'hamburgers' be capitalized in a sentence?

Back

No, 'hamburgers' is a common noun and should not be capitalized unless it starts a sentence.