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: dog, city, car.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a person, place, or organization. Examples: Sarah, Paris, Microsoft.

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Are proper nouns always capitalized?

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Yes, proper nouns are always capitalized.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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Example: teacher.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Example: Mr. Smith.

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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.

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Is 'city' a common or proper noun?

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Common noun.

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Is 'New York' a common or proper noun?

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Proper noun.

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What do we call the name of a specific person?

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Proper noun.

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What do we call the name of a general thing?

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Common noun.