Differentiating Common and Proper Nouns

What is a common noun?

• A word that describes an action

• A general word used to refer to people, places, animals, or things

• A specific name for a person, place, or thing

• A word that starts with a capital letter

Which of the following is a proper noun?

• Boy

• John

• Animal

• Girl

What is the proper noun for the girl mentioned in the video?

• Emily

• Kelly

• Anna

• Sarah

What is the common noun used for Lassie?

• Cat

• Dog

• Bird

• Fish

What is the special name given to the turtle?

• Tommy

• Harry

• Jerry

• Larry

What is the proper noun for the school mentioned in the video?

• Hilltop Academy

• Sunshine School

• Saint Mary Elementary School

• Greenwood High

What is the common noun used for the place where we buy groceries?

• Mall

• Market

• Supermarket

• Store

What is the name of the doctor mentioned in the video?

• Dr. Smith

• Dr. Brown

• Dr. Murray

• Dr. Johnson

What is the common noun used for someone who helps us learn?

• Student

• Teacher

• Principal

• Counselor

What is the proper noun for the teacher mentioned in the video?

• Mr. Smith

• Dr. Brown

• Ms. Johnson

• Mrs. Walker