Common and 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. Examples include 'city', 'dog', and 'school'.

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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. Examples include 'Manama', 'July', and 'John'.

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Identify the noun in the sentence: 'The cat is sleeping.' What type is it?

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The noun is 'cat', and it is a common noun.

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Which of the following is a proper noun: 'teacher' or 'Mr. Smith'?

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'Mr. Smith' is a proper noun.

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Is 'summer' a common noun or a proper noun?

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'Summer' is a common noun.

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Is 'Bahrain' a common noun or a proper noun?

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'Bahrain' is a proper noun.

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

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

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Give an example of a proper noun that is a place.

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An example of a proper noun that is a place is 'Paris'.

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Give an example of a common noun that is a thing.

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An example of a common noun that is a thing is 'book'.

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Is 'January' a common noun or a proper noun?

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'January' is a proper noun.