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Punctuation and Capitalization
Are you hooked on commas? Are you possessive about apostrophes? Do you think hyphens look dashing? This category is for questions related to the use of certain marks to separate words into sentences and clauses and capital letters in writing.
6,363 Questions
When was the oval office built?
The Oval Office was built in 1909 as part of the West Wing expansion of the White House during President William Howard Taft's administration. It replaced the previous Oval Office located in the center of the building.
What was the first major diamond company?
Major? I believe it was DeBeers...after they consolidated the independent mining concerns and cornered the market.
When did dinosaurs walk the earth?
Dinosaurs first appeared around 230 million years ago and are popularly said to have gone extinct 65.5 million years ago. However, in a sense dinosaurs are still alive since most paleontologists now classify birds as dinosaurs.
What is a professor of greek mythology?
A professor of Greek mythology doesn just teach Greek mythology, they also teach about:
How myths develop (to unite cultures for one example)
To explain natural occurances (the forest sprite Echo was gabby and the queen of the gods cursed her, taking away her voice and being able only to repeat the words of others, hence the word "echo")
Political views and practices (the sea god Poseidon and the goddess of wisdom Athena were fighting over who owned Athens. Poseidon gave the city a fountain that spouted useless salt water, while Athena gave them an olive tree that provided things such as food, oil, wood, and so on. The gods made the men and women vote for the best gift. All of them men voted for Poseidon while all of the women voted for Athena. Since there was one extra woman, Athena won, and in rage Poseidon sent a tsunami to wipe out the city. Therefore, women were never allowed to vote again--which was just a long explaination to hide the fact that women were supposed to be the property of their husbands and not allowed to voice their thoughts lest they become too powerful.)
The woman's role in society, particularly their decline (axes and sickles were weapons designed for a woman's use and designed after the crescent moon, which was a important symbol in nearly every culture. The Amazons--they did exist--measured their years after the moon cycles, so they had thirteen months after the thirteen yearly full moons.)
The explainations for the differences in culture (Spartan women voted, wrestled, fought, owned businesses, owned their own land and houses, and their own Olympian Games and would have several husbands all at the same time, for instance)
The concepts of hubris (pride, which would destroy 99% of the heroes) and xenos (hospitality, which if not provided to people who needed it would bring the total wrath of the king of the gods down on the household)
And the effects of mythology on law (the word testifycomes from the word testes, and when a defendent stood before a court he would hold his genitals and swear to tell the truth, and if he didn't, all of his descendents would be cursed with shame and ostracized by society.)
And believe me when I say there's so much more. Note: most Classical (Greek & Roman) Mythology professors teach classical mythology only, though others can teach any religion. There are specialties in other mythologies, and some professors trach them all.
Signed,
A Mythology Professor who knows that being a Greek Mythology Professor is MORE than just knowing Greek mythology.
Can a property held in a Revocable Living Trust qualify for the Florida homestead exemption?
While I am not a Florida attorney, the general rule is that including property in a Revocable Living Trust does not change the ownership for purposes of a homestead exemption. Because such a trust is revocable at any time, it is still considered your property and therefore still qualifies for a homestead exemption.
What is a bachelor of science degree?
The Bachelor of Arts degree (BA) has a broader scope, with a strong emphasis on the humanities, theoretical and general knowledge in a recognized discipline, interdisciplinary field, or of a professional study.
The Bachelor of Science degree (BS) is more of a focused approach with a science base to include a balance of liberal arts, technological knowledge, math and computer oriented skills, and practical skills needed for a particular discipline within the field.
What are the various functional titles of the President?
The President of the United States plays seven roles in the country.1. Chief of State, Chief Executive, Chief Diplomat, Commander-In-Chief, Chief Legislator, Chief of Party, and Chief Guardian of the Economy.
Who are some pioneers in the nursing field?
I would say, without a shadow of doubt, that THE biggest influence on the nursing profession has to be a lady called Florence Nightingale, who nursed and tended to wounded soldiers during the Crimea war.
Should you respond to a letter that has been copied to you?
Not as a rule, the letter was sent to you for your information only - in general you should not need to respond to letters which are just copied to you.
However, if as a result of reading it you see that there is some serious misunderstanding contained in it, you should try and correct this by pointing this out in a letter to the person who sent it, the person it was sent to and all the other people it was copied to - that is why you were included as a recipient.
Yes, if the child support agreement is taken back to court, the judge may increase the child support amount paid by the dad based on any changes in circumstances, such as increase in income or needs of the child. It is recommended to consult with a family law attorney for guidance on the specific details of the case.
Should you capitalize Master's degree?
The answer to your question depends on context.
If you are writing a sentence in which you mention a bachelor's degree or a master's degree or even a doctor's degree, do not capitalize------but always remember to use the apostrophe!
If you are writing a person's name and including degree(s) earned, capitalize the abbreviations as you've always seen them: Lynne Hancock, L.P.N., R.N., B.S.N., M.S.N or Lynda Eggleston, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (Ordinarily it is not necessary to list all earned if they were successive. In other words anyone holding a Ph.D. would hold a bachelor's and a master's, so Ph.D. is sufficient. If however you have someone with several fields of study, you'd want to indicate highest degree earned within each field.)
If you are writing your own resume, use capitalized abbreviations: EDUCATION M.S. Zoology, 2006.
Is a master's degree the highest that can be achieved?
Typically, a doctorate is the highest degree attainment.
When three or more items appear in a series they should be separated from one another with?
A comma--unless the three items contain a comma, then use a semicolon. I think this is correct: If they are related, a comma. If they are not related, a semi colon. It doesn't have anything to do with related or not. 110% sure the first answer is correct. Here is a site with examples: http://www.cloudnet.com/~edrbsass/edrules.htm.
What was the first wholesale company?
The first wholesale company is difficult to pinpoint definitively, as wholesale trading has been practiced for centuries. However, some of the earliest known wholesale operations emerged in ancient civilizations like the Roman Empire, where merchants purchased goods in bulk for resale.
How does the Nativity scene symbolize the importance of the Christmas season?
The Nativity scene symbolizes the birth of Jesus Christ, which is considered the central event of the Christmas season for Christians. It represents hope, peace, and love, reminding people of the true meaning and significance of Christmas as a time of joy and celebration. It serves as a visual representation of the belief that God came to Earth in human form to bring salvation to all.
Should W in Web be capitalized?
It is what newspapers and publishing houses would call a 'house style' issue. I have seen the odd place that capitalises 'Web' but most places don't.
The Associated Press Stylebook (in part) and Chicago Manual of Style both disagree with the answer given above. "Web" is part of a proper noun, and as such is capitalized.
When was Columbus Day invented?
Columbus Day was first celebrated as a national holiday in the United States in 1937. It is observed on the second Monday in October to honor Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas on October 12, 1492.
Why should you do your masters degree in printing and does it really help?
The masters is an advanced degree. The higher the educational level, the more marketable you become, and the more doors of opportunity will be opened to you. the masters does not have to be within the same field as you are now. just make sure there is a specific reason for pursuing the degree. In other words, what will be the final result in a tangible way.
What are good voir dire questions?
Voire dire are questions that lawyers ask potential jurors to see if they be good for their case. Good questions would be to see if they have any biases or if they know anyone involved. Specific questions would depend on the case.
Can apple skin be a PH indicator?
Yes, apple skin can act as a pH indicator. When exposed to different acidic or alkaline solutions, the color of the apple skin may change, indicating the pH of the solution. This is due to the presence of anthocyanins in the apple skin, which exhibit different colors at different pH levels.
What should you reply to a person wishing you happy birthday on Dec1 that's the world AIDS day?
Thank you for the birthday wishes. I appreciate your kindness. Today is World AIDS Day, so let's also take a moment to raise awareness about this important cause.
What is capitalized lease obligations?
Capitalized lease obligations refer to lease agreements where the lessee records the leased asset as a capital lease on their financial statements. This means the lessee treats the leased asset as if it were purchased with a loan, and includes the lease payments as both an asset and a liability on their balance sheet.
CEO stands for Chief Executive Officer. This is the highest-ranking executive in a company, responsible for making major corporate decisions, managing overall operations, and ensuring the company's success.
