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

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The snake slithered on the table. Type the concrete word.

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The teacher gave the students suggestions on their projects. Type the abstract noun.

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

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After losing 42-0 the team was in despair. Type the abstract word.

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After losing 42-0 the team was in despair. Type the concrete word.

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The only treasure the kids found was friendship. Type the abstract word.

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The ninja wanted vengeance against his nemesis. Type the concrete word.