Proper Nouns

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name used for an individual person, place, or organization, and is always capitalized.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Sally, Mars, Ashley.

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

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A proper noun names a specific individual or entity and is capitalized, while a common noun refers to a general class of objects or concepts and is not capitalized.

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Is 'dog catcher' a proper noun? Why or why not?

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No, 'dog catcher' is not a proper noun because it refers to a general occupation and is not the specific name of a person or organization.

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Is 'airplane' a proper noun? Explain your answer.

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No, 'airplane' is not a proper noun; it is a common noun that refers to a type of vehicle.

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What are some examples of proper nouns for places?

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Examples include 'Paris', 'Mount Everest', and 'Amazon River'.

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What is the significance of capitalizing proper nouns?

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Capitalizing proper nouns helps to distinguish specific names from general terms, indicating that they refer to unique entities.

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Can a proper noun be a title? Provide an example.

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Yes, a proper noun can be a title, such as 'President', 'Doctor', or 'Professor' when used as part of a name, e.g., 'Doctor Smith'.

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Are days of the week considered proper nouns?

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Yes, days of the week (e.g., 'Monday', 'Tuesday') are considered proper nouns because they refer to specific days.

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Is 'the Eiffel Tower' a proper noun? Why?

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Yes, 'the Eiffel Tower' is a proper noun because it refers to a specific landmark and is capitalized.