2nd Grade Common and Proper Noun

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun is a general name for a person, place, or thing. Examples include 'dog', 'city', and 'teacher'.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a person, place, or organization. Examples include 'Jimmy John', 'Disney Land', and 'New York'.

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Are all proper nouns capitalized?

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Yes, all proper nouns are capitalized.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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An example of a common noun is 'cat'.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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An example of a proper noun is 'Sarah'.

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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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Is 'school' a common noun or a proper noun?

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'School' is a common noun.

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Is 'Mount Everest' a common noun or a proper noun?

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'Mount Everest' is a proper noun.

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What do you call a specific name for a place?

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A specific name for a place is called a proper noun.

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What do you call a general name for a thing?

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A general name for a thing is called a common noun.