Understanding Proper Nouns

What distinguishes a proper noun from a common noun?

• Proper nouns are always plural.

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

• Common nouns are always capitalized.

• Common nouns refer to historical events.

Why is 'Cretaceous Period' capitalized?

• It is a common noun.

• It refers to a specific period in time.

• It is not capitalized.

• It is a general term for all periods.

Why should the names of languages be capitalized?

• They are always written in lowercase.

• They are not specific enough.

• They are common nouns.

• They refer to specific languages.

Which of the following is a proper noun?

• Sharks

• teams

• southwest

• directions

Why is 'Midwest' capitalized?

• It is not a proper noun.

• It names a specific region.

• It refers to a general direction.

• It is a common noun.