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 'Microsoft'.

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

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Common noun.

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

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Proper noun.

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

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Common noun.

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

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Common noun.

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

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Proper noun.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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Examples include 'cat', 'school', or 'car'.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples include 'John', 'London', or 'Coca-Cola'.

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What do common nouns and proper nouns have in common?

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Both are types of nouns used to name things.