Proper Nouns

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What is a proper noun?

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A specific noun that names a particular person, place, or thing.

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Which word SHOULD be capitalized as a proper noun?

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Examples include names of people (e.g., 'Alice'), places (e.g., 'Paris'), and specific events (e.g., 'Christmas').

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Is 'I' a proper noun?

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Yes, 'I' is a proper noun as it refers specifically to the speaker.

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Which of the following is NOT a proper noun? airplane, Georgia, Independence Day, Super Bowl

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airplane

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Which of the following words is a proper noun? Our, team, Japan, pitcher

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Japan

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Give an example of a proper noun that is a place.

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Examples include 'New York', 'Mount Everest', or 'Amazon River'.

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

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, or thing, while a proper noun is a specific name.

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Can proper nouns be plural?

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Yes, proper nouns can be plural, such as 'the Smiths' or 'the Americas'.

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What is the rule for capitalizing proper nouns?

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Proper nouns are always capitalized.

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Is 'Monday' a proper noun?

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Yes, 'Monday' is a proper noun as it refers to a specific day of the week.