Common and Proper Nouns

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What is a common noun?

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A common noun is any person, place, thing, or animal.

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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 organization and is always capitalized.

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Which word is a common noun?

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school bus

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Are all proper nouns capitalized?

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Yes, all proper nouns are capitalized.

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Which word is a common noun that should NOT be capitalized?

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hole

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Which of the following is a common noun?

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holiday

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Alice, London, or Christmas.

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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.

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

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Common noun.

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Is 'New York' a common noun or a proper noun?

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Proper noun.