Abstract and Concrete Nouns

Abstract and Concrete Nouns

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Concrete Nouns

A concrete noun is word that names a person, place, or thing. A concrete noun identifies someone or something that can be seen, heard, smelled, touched, or tasted.

Ex. Actor (person), Park (Place), Computer (Thing)

Example: The apple tree produces many fresh apples.

Abstract Nouns

An abstract word is a word that names an idea or quality that has not physical existence.

Ex. Freedom, Sadness, Imagination, Anger

Example: Luci had so much kindness to give to the world.

Multiple Choice

Johnny flew the helicopter. Is Helicopter abstract or concrete?

• Abstract

• Concrete

Multiple Choice

Lexi gave the money to the cashier. Is cashier abstract or concrete.

• Abstract

• Concrete

Multiple Choice

The colonists fought hard for their freedom. Is freedom abstract or concrete.

• abstract

• concrete

Multiple Choice

All the judge wanted to do was provide justice for the family. Is justice abstract or concrete?

• abstract

• concrete

Multiple Choice

The old house needed some care. Is house abstract or concrete?

• abstract

• concrete