Nouns as Adjectives

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun.

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Can a noun function as an adjective?

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Yes, a noun can function as an adjective when it describes another noun.

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What is an example of a noun used as an adjective?

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In 'chicken soup', 'chicken' is a noun that describes the type of soup.

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What is the term for a noun that acts as an adjective?

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This is often referred to as a 'compound noun' or 'noun adjunct'.

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Identify the function of 'model' in 'His model solar system had the earth in the center.'

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In this sentence, 'model' is used as an adjective to describe the type of solar system.

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Identify the function of 'research' in 'Astronomers’ research helps us learn about the stars.'

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In this sentence, 'research' is used as a noun.

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Identify the function of 'constellation' in 'The constellation map made in China was different from the map of the stars made in the West.'

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In this sentence, 'constellation' is used as an adjective to describe the type of map.

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Identify the function of 'night' in 'The night sky was an object of study for Ptolemy.'

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In this sentence, 'night' is used as an adjective to describe the type of sky.

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Identify the function of 'constellation' in 'Ancient people mapped each constellation.'

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In this sentence, 'constellation' is used as a noun.