Understanding Nouns: Common and Proper

What is a noun?

• A conjunction

• A type of verb

• An adjective

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

Which of the following is a common noun?

• Toyota

• Anna

• Doctor

• Alaska

What is a characteristic of a common noun?

• It is a general name

• It is a specific name

• It is an adjective

• It always starts with a capital letter

Which of the following is a proper noun?

• Car

• Pencil

• Milk

• Philippines

What is a defining feature of a proper noun?

• It is a specific name

• It is a verb

• It always begins with a small letter

• It is a general name

Which of the following is an example of a proper noun for a car?

• Vehicle

• Toyota

• Automobile

• Transport

What is the proper noun for the common noun 'doctor'?

• Medic

• Surgeon

• Dr. Cruz

• Physician

Which of the following is a proper noun for a place?

• Market

• Store

• Waltermart

• Mall

What should you remember about proper nouns?

• They are general names

• They always start with a small letter

• They are specific names and start with a capital letter

• They are verbs

Which of the following is a common noun?

• Pencil

• Anna

• Birch Tree

• Mitsubishi