Proper Nouns

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What is a proper noun?

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A specific person, place, or thing.

Front

What does a proper noun always start with?

Back

A capital letter.

Front

Why is the word 'We' capitalized in the sentence 'We are going to Burger King'?

Back

It is the first word in the sentence.

Front

Find the proper noun in the sentence: 'We are going to Burger King.'

Back

Burger King.

Front

Find the proper noun in the sentence: 'Sally left her dog at home.'

Back

Sally.

Front

What is an example of a proper noun?

Back

New York.

Front

What is a common noun?

Back

A general name for a person, place, or thing.

Front

How do you know if a noun is a proper noun?

Back

It names a specific person, place, or thing and is capitalized.

Front

Is 'city' a proper noun? Why or why not?

Back

No, 'city' is a common noun because it does not name a specific city.

Front

What is the proper noun in the sentence: 'My friend lives in Paris.'?

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Paris.