Capitalization

Front

What is capitalization?

Back

Capitalization is the use of uppercase letters at the beginning of words, typically for proper nouns, the first word of a sentence, and titles.

Front

When should you capitalize the first word of a sentence?

Back

The first word of a sentence should always be capitalized.

Front

What are proper nouns?

Back

Proper nouns are specific names of people, places, organizations, or sometimes things, and they are always capitalized.

Front

Give an example of a proper noun.

Back

Examples of proper nouns include 'Netflix', 'Christmas', and 'Pancho'.

Front

What is a common noun?

Back

Common nouns are general names for a person, place, or thing and are not capitalized unless they start a sentence.

Front

Is 'fall' capitalized in the sentence 'My favorite season is fall.'?

Back

No, 'fall' is not capitalized because it is a common noun.

Front

What is the rule for capitalizing titles?

Back

In titles, capitalize the first and last words, as well as all major words in between.

Front

What is a predicate in a sentence?

Back

A predicate tells what the subject does or is and includes the verb and any objects or modifiers.

Front

Identify the subject in the sentence: 'Pancho and Juanito are going to the mall.'

Back

The subject is 'Pancho and Juanito'.

Front

What is a complete sentence?

Back

A complete sentence must have a subject and a predicate and express a complete thought.