The Rules Of Capitalization

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1. Which word would be capitalized?

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English is derived from a proper noun.

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This quiz titled 'The Rules of Capitalization' assesses understanding of proper capitalization in English. It includes questions on capitalizing specific nouns, titles, and names of geographical features. Ideal for learners aiming to master English grammar.

2. Which one of the following words would be capitalized?
dog, sky, summer, jacobsen middle school

Explanation

You must capitalize proper nouns. You do not capitalize the seasons.

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3. Capitalize the ___________ of specific bodies of water, such as oceans, rivers, and lakes.

Explanation

While general terms like "ocean" or "river" are not capitalized, it's important to capitalize the names of specific bodies of water. This rule helps distinguish between a general type of water body and a particular one, like the Pacific Ocean or the Nile River.

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4. I just finished reading the ________.

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All variations ao the Bible's title are capitalized.

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Which word would be capitalized?
Which one of the following words would be capitalized?dog, sky,...
Capitalize the ___________ of specific bodies of water, such as...
I just finished reading the ________.
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