Common/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 'dog', 'city', and 'car'.

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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 'Sarah', 'Paris', and 'Nike'.

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Is 'Bloch Park' a common or proper noun?

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'Bloch Park' is a proper noun because it names a specific place.

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Is 'football' a common or proper noun?

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'Football' is a common noun because it refers to a general type of sport.

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What is the difference between common and proper nouns?

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Common nouns are general names, while proper nouns are specific names.

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Is 'January' a common or proper noun?

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'January' is a proper noun because it names a specific month.

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

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The common noun is 'cat'.

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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'.

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What type of noun is 'hockey'?

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'Hockey' is a common noun because it refers to a type of sport.

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Is 'Tennessee Titans' a common or proper noun?

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'Tennessee Titans' is a proper noun because it names a specific sports team.