AP Style Flashcards
When writing, “died” or “passed away”?
“Died”
Find the error: It was the month of july
July should be capitalized as with every month
There were 9 cats living in her home, what is wrong with the sentence?
Numbers 1-9 need to always
“I drank a coffee today,” or “I drank a coffee today”,
“I drank a coffee today,”
“Winter Olympics” should “Winter” be capitalized?
Correct as is. Seasons should never be capitalized unless for formal events
How many spaces should you have between each line?
One
What is effect as a verb?
To cause
What is effect as a noun?
Result
What is affect as a noun?
Best to be avoided!!
What is affect as a verb?
To influence
The girl is fifteen years old. Is this written correctly?
No, always use figures for people and animals
AM or A.M.
A.M.
She gave the books to the library or she she gave the book’s to the library
She gave the books to the library
When is it acceptable to use the word “over”?
Spatial relationships or when referring to quantity
When should you use the word “who”?
References to humans and animals with a name