Common vs. Proper Nouns

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun names a general type of person, place, or thing, such as 'city', 'teacher', or 'book'.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun names a specific person, place, or thing, and is always capitalized, such as 'New York', 'Mr. Smith', or 'Eiffel Tower'.

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Is 'middle school' a common noun or a proper noun?

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Common noun.

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Is 'Miss Magallanes' a common noun or a proper noun?

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Proper noun.

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Is 'phone' a common noun or a proper noun?

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Common noun.

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Is 'gum' a common noun or a 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 'dog', 'car', 'school'.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples include 'Amazon', 'Sarah', 'Paris'.

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

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A common noun refers to a general class of items, while a proper noun refers to a specific item and is capitalized.

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Can a common noun be made plural?

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Yes, common nouns can be made plural, such as 'dogs' or 'cars'.