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๐ What is a Capital Letter at the Start of a Sentence?
A capital letter is a bigger, uppercase version of a letter. We use it at the very beginning of a sentence to show that a new thought is starting. Think of it as a signal that says, "Hey, pay attention! Here comes something new!"
๐ History of Capital Letters
Long ago, when people wrote by hand, they started using bigger, fancier letters to mark important things. Over time, this became a rule for the start of sentences. It helped make reading easier!
๐ Key Principles of Using Capital Letters at the Start of Sentences
- โ First Word: Always capitalize the very first word in a sentence.
- ๐After Punctuation: If a sentence ends with a period (.), question mark (?), or exclamation point (!), the next sentence starts with a capital letter.
- ๐Proper Nouns: Capitalize names, places, and special titles (even in the middle of a sentence!). But remember, we are focusing on the start of sentences for now!
๐ Real-World Examples
Let's look at some sentences:
| Incorrect | Correct |
|---|---|
| the cat sat on the mat. | The cat sat on the mat. |
| is it raining today? | Is it raining today? |
| wow, that's amazing! | Wow, that's amazing! |
๐ก Tips and Tricks
- ๐Read Aloud: Reading your sentences aloud can help you spot where a new sentence begins.
- ๐Practice Writing: The more you write, the easier it becomes to remember to use capital letters.
- ๐คAsk for Help: If you're not sure, ask a teacher, parent, or friend to check your work.
๐ Conclusion
Using capital letters at the start of sentences is a simple but important rule. It helps make your writing clear and easy to understand. Keep practicing, and you'll become a capital letter superstar! ๐
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