Common, Proper, Concrete, and Abstract Nouns

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, thing, or idea, not specific to any one entity.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized.

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What is an abstract noun?

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An abstract noun is a type of noun that refers to ideas, qualities, or conditions that cannot be perceived with the five senses.

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What is a concrete noun?

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A concrete noun is a noun that refers to physical objects or substances that can be perceived through the senses.

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Give an example of an abstract noun.

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Fear is an example of an abstract noun.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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Dog is an example of a common noun.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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'Niagara Falls' is an example of a proper noun.

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Give an example of a concrete noun.

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Apple is an example of a concrete noun.

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What is the difference between common and proper nouns?

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Common nouns are general names for a class of objects, while proper nouns are specific names for individual entities.

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What type of noun is 'honesty'?

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Honesty is a common and abstract noun.