ITBS Capitalization and Punctuation 5

Question 1

Which sentence correctly capitalizes a historical event?

Accepted Answer

My grandfather fought in World War II.

Answer

Specific historical events are proper nouns and require all main words to be capitalized.

Question 2

Which sentence shows correct use of commas with an appositive phrase?

Accepted Answer

My teacher, Mr. Rivera, teaches math.

Answer

An appositive phrase that renames or identifies a noun must be set off with commas on both sides.

Question 3

Which sentence is an example of correct punctuation for an abbreviation?

Accepted Answer

We arrived at 300 Elm St.

Answer

Abbreviations like 'St.' for 'Street' require a period at the end.

Question 4

Which sentence correctly uses an apostrophe for a plural possessive noun?

Accepted Answer

The teachers' lounge is on the second floor.

Answer

For plural nouns ending in 's', add only an apostrophe after the 's' to show possession.

Question 5

Which sentence correctly capitalizes a brand name?

Accepted Answer

She drinks Coca-Cola every afternoon.

Answer

Brand names are proper nouns and must be capitalized exactly as the company spells them.

ITBS - Iowa Test of Basic Skills Exam Practice Test