Understanding Capitalization: Common vs. Proper Nouns
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English
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5th - 6th Grade
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Jennifer Brown
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main difference between a common noun and a proper noun?
A common noun is always capitalized.
A proper noun is a general term for any person, place, or thing.
A common noun refers to a specific name.
A proper noun is the specific name of a person, place, or thing.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a proper noun?
school
Harry Potter
book
university
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is 'President George Washington' capitalized?
Because 'Washington' is a common noun.
Because it is the name of a specific person.
Because 'president' is always capitalized.
Because 'George' is a common noun.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following should not be capitalized?
holiday
Saturday
January
New Year
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When should the word 'military' be capitalized?
When it is used as a common noun.
When it is used in a sentence.
When it refers to a specific branch like 'Army'.
When it is the first word of a sentence.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a common mistake in capitalization?
Capitalizing the word 'internet'.
Not capitalizing 'Google'.
Capitalizing 'email'.
Not capitalizing 'Gmail'.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In which case should 'dad' be capitalized?
When used as a common noun.
When it is the first word of a sentence.
When it is used in a question.
When used as a name, like 'Hello, Dad'.
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