GRADE 3 - 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. Examples include 'dog', 'city', and 'school'.

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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. Examples include 'Mrs. Kemmerer', 'New York', and 'Minisink Valley Intermediate School'.

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Is 'Wednesday' a common or proper noun?

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'Wednesday' is a proper noun because it is the specific name of a day of the week.

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Is 'dog' a common or proper noun?

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'Dog' is a common noun because it refers to a general type of animal.

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What is the difference between common and proper nouns?

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Common nouns are general names, while proper nouns are specific names.

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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 'Paris'.

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Is 'mall' a common or proper noun in the sentence: 'The child went to the mall with her mom.'?

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'Mall' is a common noun because it refers to a general place.

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Is 'Mrs. Kemmerer' a common or proper noun?

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'Mrs. Kemmerer' is a proper noun because it is the specific name of a person.

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What type of noun is 'school' in the phrase 'I go to school'?

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'School' is a common noun because it refers to a general place.