Nouns as Adjectives

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What is a noun used as an adjective?

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A noun used as an adjective describes another noun, providing more information about it.

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Give an example of a noun used as an adjective in a sentence.

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In the phrase 'soccer ball', 'soccer' is a noun that describes the type of ball.

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What is a compound adjective?

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A compound adjective is formed when two or more words are combined to modify a noun, such as 'ten-minute' in 'ten-minute walk'.

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How do you identify a noun used as an adjective in a sentence?

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Look for a noun that directly precedes another noun, modifying it.

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What is the role of adjectives in a sentence?

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Adjectives describe or modify nouns, providing more detail about them.

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What is the difference between a noun and a noun used as an adjective?

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A noun stands alone as a person, place, or thing, while a noun used as an adjective modifies another noun.

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Provide an example of a noun used as an adjective in a compound form.

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'Flower garden' where 'flower' modifies 'garden'.

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What is the significance of using nouns as adjectives?

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Using nouns as adjectives can create more specific and vivid descriptions.

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Can a noun used as an adjective be plural?

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Yes, for example, 'cars' in 'cars' engine'.

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What is an example of a noun used as an adjective in a common phrase?

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'Football game' where 'football' describes the type of game.