Capitalization Flashcard

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What is capitalization?

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Capitalization is the use of uppercase letters at the beginning of sentences and for proper nouns.

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When should you capitalize the first word of a sentence?

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The first word of 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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Should the word 'family' be capitalized in 'the Ramirez family'?

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No, 'family' should not be capitalized unless it is part of a proper noun.

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How do you capitalize titles?

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

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Is 'Mr.' capitalized?

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Yes, 'Mr.' is always capitalized as it is a title.

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What is the rule for capitalizing days of the week?

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Days of the week are always capitalized.

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Should 'sports' be capitalized in 'the sports Golden Age'?

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Yes, 'Golden Age' is a specific period and should be capitalized.

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When do you capitalize the names of languages?

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Names of languages are always capitalized.

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What is the correct way to write 'the united states'?

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It should be written as 'the United States'.