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Monday, May 28, 2012

Capitalization 2 - Name Suffixes

Suffixes that follow names are set off by a comma and a space. They are always capitalized.  If the suffix is initials, it follows the rules for initials. If the suffix is abbreviated, it is followed by a period.
Daily Grammar Lesson 317
Daily Grammar Lesson 341

Junior/Senior -- Charles Smith, Jr., is my grandfather.
Academic Degrees -- Mary Kaplan, M. D., is our family doctor.

Teaching Ideas:
  • Notice name suffixes in in advertisements, on billboards, etc.
  • This lesson can be combined with name prefixes (Titles) in Capitalization 3.
Copywork Ideas:
  • Practice copying names on business cards.
  • Make a list of family, friends, doctors, and dentists used by the family.
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