Grade 2 Level 2 Proper and common nouns

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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 thing, and it always starts with a capital letter.

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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 and does not start with a capital letter.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Examples of proper nouns include 'Sally', 'New York', and 'Monday'.

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Give an example of a common noun.

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Examples of common nouns include 'girl', 'city', and 'day'.

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Do proper nouns need capital letters?

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Yes, proper nouns always need capital letters.

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Is 'apple' a common or proper noun?

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'Apple' is a common noun.

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Is 'Anna' a common or proper noun?

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'Anna' is a proper noun.

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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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Can a common noun be made into a proper noun?

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Yes, a common noun can become a proper noun when it is used as a specific name.

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What do you call the name of a specific person?

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A specific person's name is called a proper noun.