8/22 Bell Ringer Flashcard

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What is capitalization?

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Capitalization is the use of uppercase letters at the beginning of sentences, proper nouns, and certain other words.

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When should you capitalize the first word in a sentence?

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The first word in a sentence should always be capitalized.

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What is a proper noun?

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

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples of proper nouns include 'New York City', 'Susan', and 'Thanksgiving'.

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What is the rule for capitalizing days of the week?

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The names of the days of the week (Monday, Tuesday, etc.) are always capitalized.

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Should the word 'I' be capitalized in a sentence?

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Yes, the word 'I' is always capitalized.

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When do you capitalize titles before names?

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Titles such as 'Mr.', 'Mrs.', 'Dr.', and 'President' are capitalized when they precede a name.

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Is 'thanksgiving' capitalized?

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Yes, 'Thanksgiving' is capitalized because it is the name of a holiday.

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What is the correct capitalization for 'united states'?

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It should be 'United States' as it is a proper noun.

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How do you capitalize geographical locations?

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Geographical locations such as cities, countries, and landmarks are always capitalized.