Common and Proper Nouns

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, thing, or idea. It is not capitalized unless it starts a sentence.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization. Proper nouns are always capitalized.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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An example of a common noun is 'city'.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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An example of a proper noun is 'New York City'.

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What is the difference between common and proper nouns?

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Common nouns refer to general items, while proper nouns refer to specific names of people, places, or organizations.

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Is 'book' a common or proper noun?

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'Book' is a common noun.

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Is 'Little Mermaid' a common or proper noun?

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'Little Mermaid' is a proper noun.

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What type of noun is 'Dr. Jose Rizal'?

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'Dr. Jose Rizal' is a proper noun.

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Is 'clothes' a common or proper noun?

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'Clothes' is a common noun.

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What type of noun is 'Dalmatian'?

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'Dalmatian' is a proper noun.