Capitalizing Proper Nouns Quiz

What distinguishes a proper noun from a common noun?

• Common nouns name specific historical events.

• Common nouns are always capitalized.

• Proper nouns name specific people, places, or things.

• Proper nouns are always plural.

Why is 'Cretaceous Period' capitalized?

• It is not capitalized.

• It is a common noun.

• It is a general term for dinosaurs.

• It is a specific period in time.

Why are the names of languages like 'Spanish' capitalized?

• They are adjectives.

• They are verbs.

• They are specific languages.

• They are common nouns.

Which of the following is a proper noun?

• Sharks

• southwest

• directions

• teams

Why is 'Midwest' capitalized?

• It is a general direction.

• It is an adjective.

• It is a common noun.

• It names a specific region.