Understanding Common and Proper Nouns

What makes a common noun different from a proper noun?

• Both are specific names for people, places, or things.

• Both are general names for people, places, or things.

• A common noun is a general name, while a proper noun is specific.

• A common noun is a specific name, while a proper noun is general.

Which of the following is a proper noun?

• park

• Horizon Park

• car

• school

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

• Europe

• North America

• Asia

• Africa

Which of these is a common noun?

• Mississippi River

• city

• Chicago

• Rockies

What is a key difference in writing common and proper nouns?

• Common nouns always start with an uppercase letter.

• Proper nouns are written in lowercase unless at the start of a sentence.

• Common nouns are written in lowercase unless at the start of a sentence.

• Proper nouns always start with a lowercase letter.