Proper vs. Common 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 'Monaco', 'Germany', and 'India'.

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Identify the common noun in the sentence: 'The cat sat on the mat.'

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The common noun is 'cat' and 'mat'.

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Identify the proper noun in the sentence: 'Sarah went to the park.'

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The proper noun is '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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Give an example of a sentence with a common noun.

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The dog barked loudly.

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Give an example of a sentence with a proper noun.

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New York is a bustling city.

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Identify the common nouns in the sentence: 'The children played in the playground.'

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The common nouns are 'children' and 'playground'.

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Identify the proper noun in the sentence: 'Mount Everest is the highest mountain.'

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The proper noun is 'Mount Everest'.

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What is an example of a common noun that can also be a proper noun?

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The word 'apple' can be a common noun (a type of fruit) or a proper noun (the name of a company, 'Apple').