Common and 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 'happiness'.

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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. Proper nouns always start with a capital letter. Examples include 'Sarah', 'New York', and 'Microsoft'.

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Is 'Highland Park Elementary School' a common or proper noun?

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Proper noun.

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Is 'park' a common or proper noun?

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Common noun.

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Does a common noun start with a capital letter?

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False.

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Is 'Monday' a common or proper noun?

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Proper noun.

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Is 'candy' a common or proper noun?

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Common noun.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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Examples include 'teacher', 'book', or 'car'.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples include 'Eiffel Tower', 'Mr. Smith', or 'Christmas'.

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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 that start with a capital letter.