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, or thing, such as 'city', 'dog', or 'teacher'.

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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 thing, such as 'New York', 'Fido', or 'Mr. Smith'.

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Do common nouns start with a capital letter?

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No, common nouns do not start with a capital letter unless they are at the beginning of a sentence.

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Do proper nouns need a capital letter?

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Yes, proper nouns always start with a capital letter.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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Examples of common nouns include 'school', 'car', and 'river'.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples of proper nouns include 'Eiffel Tower', 'London', and 'Sarah'.

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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.

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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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Can a noun be more than one word?

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Yes, a noun can be a phrase, such as 'New York City'.

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What is the plural form of 'child'?

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The plural form of 'child' is 'children'.