Noun Types Flashcard (B)

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is a concrete noun?

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A concrete noun refers to something that can be perceived through the senses, such as 'apple' or 'dog.'

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What is an abstract noun?

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An abstract noun refers to ideas, qualities, or conditions that cannot be perceived through the senses, such as 'happiness' or 'freedom.'

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What is a singular noun?

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A singular noun refers to one person, place, thing, or idea, such as 'city' or 'book.'

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What is a plural noun?

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A plural noun refers to more than one person, place, thing, or idea, such as 'cities' or 'books.'

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What is a possessive noun?

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A possessive noun shows ownership, such as 'teacher's' or 'students'.

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What is a plural possessive noun?

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A plural possessive noun shows ownership by more than one person or thing, such as 'teachers'' or 'dogs''.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is the specific name of a person, place, or organization, such as 'New York City' or 'Sarah.'

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, or thing, such as 'city' or 'teacher.'

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How do you identify a plural noun in a sentence?

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Look for nouns that end in 's' or 'es' or are used in a context that indicates more than one.