Grammar: A1 - Writing Mechanics - Basics - Lesson 1: Using Capital Letters

Writing Mechanics: Using Capital Letters A2 Lesson 19: The Basic Rules of Capitalization What you will learn: By the end of this lesson, you will be able to use capital letters correctly for the beginning of sentences, the pronoun 'I', and for special names (proper nouns). The Main Rules for Capital Letters Good writing in English follows rules. The most important rule is knowing when to use a Capital Letter (A, B, C) instead of a lowercase letter (a, b, c). Capital letters are signals that tell the reader something important is starting. 1. Start of a Sentence Every sentence must begin with a capital letter. No exceptions! T he weather is beautiful today. W e live in Cambodia. 2. The Pronoun 'I' When you write the word 'I' to talk about yourself, it is ALWAYS a capital letter. He and I are brothers. I think I will go to the market. 3. Names (Proper Nouns) All special names of people, places, nationalities, and languages start with a capital letter. People: D ara, S okha Place…