Proper Nouns

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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, and it always starts with a capital letter.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples of proper nouns include 'Dr. Jones', 'New York', and 'McDonald's'.

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Is 'city' a proper noun?

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No, 'city' is a common noun. Proper nouns refer to specific names.

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What is the rule for capitalizing proper nouns?

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Proper nouns should always be capitalized.

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Is 'I' considered a proper noun?

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Yes, 'I' is a proper noun because it refers to a specific person.

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

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'Mr. Smith' is a proper noun.

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

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Common nouns refer to general items (e.g., 'dog', 'city'), while proper nouns refer to specific names (e.g., 'Fido', 'Paris').

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Is 'Monday' a proper noun?

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Yes, 'Monday' is a proper noun as it refers to a specific day of the week.

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Should 'germany' be capitalized?

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Yes, 'Germany' should be capitalized because it is a proper noun.

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Identify the proper noun in this sentence: 'My friend lives in London.'

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The proper noun is 'London'.