Stylebook Flashcards
When do u use hyphens in grade levels?
When they are being used as an adjective
Do u capitalize grade levels?
No
The freshm_n class
a
What should u do when naming the principal?
Specify (secondary or elementary)
Head Coach David Loftis
Or
head coach David Loftis
No caps on job title
Spell or use numerals for numbers
One-nine
10-etc.
How do u write time?
7 p.m.
When do u abbreviate the month?
Only when being used with a date
On Aug. 19…In August
When do you abbreviate street?
Only when being used in an address
When do you have to say “Texas” after a city name?
Only when the story is using names of cities outside of Texas as well
When do u abbreviate a state?
Only When given with city
Which comes first, the quite or the person who said it?
The quote
“Blah blah blah,” blah blah
“Blah blah blah,” ___ said.
“Blah blah blah,” said ___.
___ said.
Name then verb
Said or says
Said
Freshman, dale Murphy, won the award
Freshman dale Murphy won the award
No commas
Don’t use commas to separate a person’s name from the rest of the sentence
