Capitalization Errors

Identify the capitalization errors in the following paragraph and suggest a plan to correct them. Consider the rules of capitalizing proper nouns, beginnings of sentences, and titles. "last summer, my family and i visited the grand canyon. we stayed in phoenix, arizona for a few days before driving to the canyon. on our way, we stopped at a small town called flagstaff. my brother said, 'look at the beautiful mountains!'"

• Capitalize "last" in "last summer," "i" in "my family and i," "phoenix," "arizona," "flagstaff," and the first letter in "look."

• Capitalize "grand canyon," "phoenix," "arizona," "flagstaff," and the first letter in "look."

• Only capitalize "i" in "my family and i" and "look" in "my brother said, 'look at the beautiful mountains!'"

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Analyze the following text and create a detailed plan to correct the capitalization errors, considering the context of historical events and geographical locations. "during the civil war, many battles were fought in various states including virginia and georgia. one notable battle was the battle of gettysburg, which occurred in pennsylvania."

• Capitalize "Civil War," "Virginia," "Georgia," "Battle of Gettysburg," and "Pennsylvania."

• Capitalize "during the Civil War," "Virginia," "Georgia," and "Pennsylvania."

• Capitalize "Civil War," "Virginia," "Georgia," and "Pennsylvania" but not "battle of gettysburg."

• No changes needed.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Evaluate the capitalization in the following scientific context and propose corrections based on the conventions of scientific nomenclature and English grammar. "last week, professor smith discussed the importance of the conservation of the amazon rainforest and the effects of deforestation on global warming."

• Capitalize "Last" in "last week," "Professor Smith," "Amazon Rainforest," and "Global Warming."

• Capitalize "Professor Smith," "Amazon Rainforest," and "Global Warming."

• Capitalize "last week," "Professor Smith," and "Amazon Rainforest."

• No changes needed.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Critique and revise the capitalization in this excerpt from a student's essay about literature, focusing on the titles of works and names of characters. "in her essay, jane austen's 'pride and prejudice,' the author argues that elizabeth bennet is a symbol of feminist resistance."

• Capitalize "In" in "in her essay," "Jane Austen's," "'Pride and Prejudice,'" and "Elizabeth Bennet."

• Capitalize "Jane Austen's," "'Pride and Prejudice,'" and "Elizabeth Bennet."

• Capitalize "in her essay," "Jane Austen's," and "Elizabeth Bennet."

• No changes needed.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Develop a comprehensive plan to correct the capitalization in this business communication, considering the formal tone and specific terms used. "dear mr. thompson, we are pleased to inform you that your application for the position of senior analyst at google has been approved."

• Capitalize "Dear Mr. Thompson," "Your Application," "Senior Analyst," and "Google."

• Capitalize "Dear Mr. Thompson," "Senior Analyst," and "Google."

• Capitalize "Dear Mr. Thompson," and "Google."

• No changes needed.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Analyze and correct the capitalization in this international news report, focusing on the names of countries, cities, and specific events. "the recent summit in geneva discussed the escalating tensions between the united states and north korea. the leaders of both countries attended."

• Capitalize "The" in "the recent summit," "Geneva," "The United States," "North Korea," and "The Leaders."

• Capitalize "Geneva," "The United States," "North Korea," and "The Leaders."

• Capitalize "The Recent Summit," "Geneva," "The United States," and "North Korea."

• No changes needed.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Propose a detailed revision plan for capitalization in this narrative about a historical figure, focusing on proper nouns and titles. "george washington was the first president of the united states. he is often referred to as the father of his country."

• Capitalize "George Washington," "First President of the United States," and "Father of His Country."

• Capitalize "George Washington" and "First President of the United States."

• Capitalize "George Washington" and "Father of His Country."

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Identify and correct capitalization errors in this description of a scientific discovery, considering the specific terminology and conventions used. "the discovery of penicillin by alexander fleming in 1928 was a major breakthrough in medical science."

• Capitalize "The Discovery of Penicillin," "Alexander Fleming," and "Medical Science."

• Capitalize "The Discovery of Penicillin" and "Alexander Fleming."

• Capitalize "Alexander Fleming" and "Medical Science."

• No changes needed.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Develop a plan to correct the capitalization in this excerpt about an environmental initiative, focusing on organizational names and specific environmental terms. "the city council of seattle launched a new program called green future to promote sustainability."

• Capitalize "The City Council of Seattle," "Green Future," and "Sustainability."

• Capitalize "The City Council of Seattle" and "Green Future."

• Capitalize "City Council of Seattle" and "Green Future."

• No changes needed.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Evaluate and correct the capitalization in this report on a cultural festival, taking into account the names of specific events and locations. "the annual mardi gras festival in new orleans is a vibrant celebration of culture and music."

• Capitalize "The Annual Mardi Gras Festival," "New Orleans," and "Culture and Music."

• Capitalize "The Annual Mardi Gras Festival" and "New Orleans."

• Capitalize "Annual Mardi Gras Festival" and "New Orleans."

• No changes needed.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking