Proper Nouns

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a person, place, or thing, and it always starts with a capital letter.

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Is 'Tokyo' a proper noun?

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Yes, 'Tokyo' is a proper noun because it is the name of a specific city.

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Is 'chair' a proper noun?

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No, 'chair' is a common noun because it refers to a general item.

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Is 'dog' a proper noun?

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No, 'dog' is a common noun because it refers to a general animal.

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Is 'Australia' a proper noun?

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Yes, 'Australia' is a proper noun because it is the name of a specific country.

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What do proper nouns always start with?

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Proper nouns always start with a capital letter.

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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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Can you give an example of a proper noun?

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An example of a proper noun is 'Sarah', which is a specific name for a person.

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

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, or thing, while a proper noun is a specific name that is capitalized.

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Is 'school' a proper noun?

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No, 'school' is a common noun because it refers to any school, not a specific one.