Common Noun or Proper Noun

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is the name of a specific person, place, or thing.

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun does not name a specific person, place, or thing.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Tom, Wendy's, United States of America.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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city, dog, school.

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Is 'dog catcher' a proper noun?

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No, 'dog catcher' is a common noun.

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Is 'Mr. Short' a proper noun?

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Yes, 'Mr. Short' is a proper noun.

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What do proper nouns always start with?

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Proper nouns always start with a capital letter.

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What do common nouns start with?

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Common nouns can start with either a capital or a lowercase letter.

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Can a common noun be plural?

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Yes, common nouns can be plural, like 'dogs' or 'cities'.

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Can a proper noun be plural?

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Yes, proper nouns can be plural, like 'the Smiths'.