Capitalization

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What is capitalization?

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Capitalization is the use of uppercase letters at the beginning of sentences, names, and important words.

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When do we capitalize the first word in a sentence?

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We capitalize the first word in a sentence to show that it is the beginning of a new thought.

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Should we capitalize names of people?

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Yes, we always capitalize the names of people.

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Is 'mount saint helens' correctly capitalized?

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No, it should be 'Mount Saint Helens'.

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What do we do with the names of places?

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We capitalize the names of places, like cities, countries, and landmarks.

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Should 'africa' be capitalized?

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Yes, 'Africa' should be capitalized because it is a continent.

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Are animal names capitalized?

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No, common animal names like 'lion' and 'bear' are not capitalized unless they are part of a title or name.

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What about the names of books or movies?

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We capitalize the titles of books, movies, and other works.

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Is 'tyler junior college' correctly capitalized?

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No, it should be 'Tyler Junior College'.

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What is a proper noun?

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