Proper and common 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 'car'.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples of proper nouns include 'New York', 'Fido', 'Mr. Smith', and 'Toyota'.

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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 and are capitalized.

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Identify the type of noun: 'week'.

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Common noun.

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Identify the type of noun: 'Friday'.

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Proper noun.

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Identify the type of noun: 'restaurant'.

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Common noun.

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Identify the type of noun: 'America'.

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Proper noun.

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What is the role of capitalization in distinguishing proper nouns from common nouns?

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Proper nouns are always capitalized, while common nouns are not unless they start a sentence.