Common & Proper Nouns

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, thing, or idea. It is not capitalized unless it starts a sentence.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization. It is always capitalized.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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Examples of common nouns include 'city', 'dog', 'teacher', and 'book'.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples of proper nouns include 'New York', 'Fido', 'Ms. Smith', and 'Harry Potter'.

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How can you identify a proper noun in a sentence?

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A proper noun can be identified by its capitalization and its reference to a specific entity.

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What is the difference between common and proper nouns?

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Common nouns refer to general items, while proper nouns refer to specific names of people, places, or organizations.

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Is 'football' a common or proper noun?

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'Football' is a common noun.

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Is 'Christmas' a common or proper noun?

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'Christmas' is a proper noun.

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What role do proper nouns play in writing?

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Proper nouns help to specify and identify unique entities, making writing clearer and more precise.

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Can a common noun become a proper noun?

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Yes, a common noun can become a proper noun when it is used as a specific name, such as 'river' becoming 'Amazon River'.