Proper Nouns

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What is a proper noun?

Back

A specific person, place, or thing.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

Back

Legos

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CCSS.L.1.1B

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What does a proper noun always start with?

Back

A capital letter.

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Front

Is every capitalized word a proper noun?

Back

No.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

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Front

Find the proper noun in the sentence: 'Do you know my teacher, Joe?'

Back

Joe

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CCSS.L.1.1B

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What is the difference between a common noun and a proper noun?

Back

A common noun refers to general items, while a proper noun refers to specific names.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

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Can proper nouns be plural?

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Yes, proper nouns can be plural, such as 'the Smiths'.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

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Front

What is the proper noun in the sentence: 'I visited Paris last summer.'

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Paris.

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CCSS.L.1.1B

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CCSS.L.K.1B

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Are titles of people considered proper nouns?

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Yes, titles of people are considered proper nouns when used with a name.

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What is the proper noun in the sentence: 'My favorite book is Harry Potter.'

Back

Harry Potter.

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