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 'book'.

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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. Examples include 'Sarah', 'Paris', and 'McDonald's'.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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An example of a common noun is 'teacher'.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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An example of a proper noun is 'Mr. Smith'.

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

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'School' is a common noun.

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Is 'New York' a common noun or a proper noun?

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'New York' is a proper noun.

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What do common nouns and proper nouns have in common?

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Both are types of nouns that name people, places, or things.

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What is the first letter of a proper noun?

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The first letter of a proper noun is always capitalized.

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What is the first letter of a common noun?

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The first letter of a common noun is not capitalized unless it is at the beginning of a sentence.

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Can a common noun become a proper noun?

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Yes, a common noun can become a proper noun when it is used as a specific name, like 'city' becoming 'New York City'.