Proper Nouns and common nouns

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a word that names a person, place, animal, or thing.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is the specific name of a person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized.

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, or thing and is not capitalized.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples include 'Sarah', 'London', and 'Coca-Cola'.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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Examples include 'city', 'dog', and 'teacher'.

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True or False: All nouns are proper nouns.

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False. Not all nouns are proper nouns; some are common nouns.

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True or False: Proper nouns always start with a capital letter.

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True. Proper nouns are always capitalized.

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

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A proper noun names a specific item and is capitalized, while a common noun names a general item and is not capitalized.

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Can a noun be more than one word?

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Yes, a noun can be a phrase, such as 'New York City'.

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What do we call a noun that refers to a group of things?

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A collective noun, such as 'team' or 'flock'.