Capitalization is using uppercase letters correctly in writing. In informative texts, we capitalize the first word of a sentence, proper nouns (names of people, places, and things), titles, and abbreviations. Proper capitalization makes writing easier to read and understand. Let's sharpen your skills with these exercises!
Match the term with its correct definition:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Proper Noun | A. Shortened form of a word or phrase |
| 2. Abbreviation | B. The first word of a sentence |
| 3. Title | C. A specific name of a person, place, or thing |
| 4. Capital Letter | D. The name of a book, movie, or article |
| 5. Sentence Start | E. An uppercase letter |
(Match the numbers to the letters)
Fill in the blanks with the correct capitalized word.
Last summer, I visited _____ (new york / New York) with my family. We saw the _____ (statue of liberty / Statue of Liberty) and walked through _____ (central park / Central Park). My favorite part was visiting the _____ (metropolitan museum of art / Metropolitan Museum of Art). After that, we ate pizza at _____ (ray's pizza / Ray's Pizza).
Why is capitalization important in informative writing? Give an example of how incorrect capitalization can change the meaning of a sentence.
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