Common & Proper Nouns FLASHCARD

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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. It is not capitalized unless it starts a sentence.

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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 thing and is always capitalized.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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Examples of common nouns include 'dog', 'city', and 'teacher'.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples of proper nouns include 'New York', 'Sarah', and 'Eiffel Tower'.

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What is the difference between common and proper nouns?

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Common nouns refer to general items, while proper nouns refer to specific names.

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Is 'school' a common or proper noun?

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'School' is a common noun.

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Is 'Springdale Elementary School' a common or proper noun?

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'Springdale Elementary School' is a proper noun.

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What should you remember about capitalizing proper nouns?

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Proper nouns should always be capitalized.

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Can a common noun be part of a proper noun?

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Yes, a common noun can be part of a proper noun, like 'University of California'.

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What is an example of a sentence using a common noun?

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The cat sat on the mat.