Nouns

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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Examples of common nouns include 'dog', 'city', and 'car'.

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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, and it is always capitalized.

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Provide an example of a proper noun.

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Examples of proper nouns include 'Alice', 'Paris', and 'Microsoft'.

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What is a compound noun?

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A compound noun is a noun made up of two or more words that function as a single noun.

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Give an example of a compound noun.

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Examples of compound nouns include 'toothbrush', 'basketball', and 'mother-in-law'.

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

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Common nouns refer to general items or concepts, while proper nouns refer to specific names and are capitalized.

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Identify a noun in the sentence: 'The cat sat on the mat.'

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The nouns in the sentence are 'cat' and 'mat'.

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What is an abstract noun?

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An abstract noun is a type of noun that refers to ideas, qualities, or conditions that cannot be seen or touched.

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Provide an example of an abstract noun.

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Examples of abstract nouns include 'happiness', 'freedom', and 'justice'.