Capitalizing Proper Nouns and Proper Adjectives

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What is a proper noun?

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

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What is a proper adjective?

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A proper adjective is a describing word that is formed from a proper noun.

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Which word is capitalized in a sentence?

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Proper nouns and proper adjectives are capitalized.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples include 'London', 'Sarah', and 'Eiffel Tower'.

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Give an example of a proper adjective.

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Examples include 'American' (from America) and 'Shakespearean' (from Shakespeare).

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What is the difference between a common noun and a proper noun?

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A common noun refers to any person, place, or thing, while a proper noun refers to a specific one.

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How do you identify a proper adjective in a sentence?

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Look for adjectives that are derived from proper nouns and are capitalized.

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Is 'Asian' a proper adjective?

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Yes, 'Asian' is a proper adjective derived from the proper noun 'Asia'.

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What should you do with proper nouns in writing?

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Always capitalize proper nouns.

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What is the proper adjective in the sentence: 'The French cuisine is delicious.'?

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The proper adjective is 'French'.