The Basics Flashcards
How should ages be written?
If it’s a person’s age, use numbers. If it’s an inanimate, use words.
True or false?
States should be spelled out in its full name.
False.
States should be abbreviated.
Example: Calif., not California.
Between “died” and “passed away”, which one of the two should is preferred when a person is deceased?
“Died” is preferred.
Should months be spelled out in entirety all the time?
No. If a month is used with a specific date, abbreviate the month.
Where should commas be placed in quotation marks?
Inside the quotation marks, not outside of it.
Should one lowercase seasons?
Yes, unless if the season name is part of a formal name or if there is an exact year included.
True or false?
Include a zero after the period in a decimal less than 1?
True.
Write 0.07 instead of .7, for example.
How should “who” and “whom” be used?
“Who” is used for references to humans and animals with a name.
“Whom” is used when someone is the object of the verb.
Correct?
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Incorrect.
It should be written 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.
How should numbers be written?
From 1-9, spell he numbers out. 10 and above should be written in numerals. If a sports scores, court decisions, weights, or ratios are written, always use numerals starting from 0.
Which one is correct?
“Campus’s appearance.”
“Campus’ appearance?”
Campus’ appearance.
Should you write 12 noon and 12 midnight or just “noon” and “midnight” respectively?
Write just “noon” and “midnight” respectively.
Which one is correct?
“The convention will be held at a hotel in Los Angeles Hotel.”
Or “The convention will take place at a hotel in Los Angeles Hotel.”
“The convention will take place at a hotel in Los Angeles Hotel.”
True or false?
When listing a series of three or more things, use a comma prior to the word “and” in the list.
False.
Do not use a comma before the word “and” the list.
Which clauses do “that” and “which” belong to?
“That” refers to essential clauses, while “which” refers to nonessential clauses.
