Understanding Proper Nouns

What is a proper noun?

• A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization.

• A proper noun is a synonym for an adjective.

• A proper noun is a type of verb used in sentences.

• A proper noun is a general term for any object.

Identify the proper noun in the sentence: 'Sarah went to the park.'

• park

• went

• to

• Sarah

Which of the following is a proper noun: 'city', 'Paris', 'happiness'?

• joy

• London

• town

• Paris

Is 'Mount Everest' a proper noun? Why or why not?

• No, 'Mount Everest' is a common noun.

• Yes, 'Mount Everest' is an adjective.

• Yes, 'Mount Everest' is a proper noun.

• No, 'Mount Everest' is a verb.

Choose the proper noun: 'dog', 'Labrador', 'animal'.

• mammal

• pet

• Labrador

• cat

Identify the proper noun in this list: 'apple', 'John', 'fruit'.

• Mary

• John

• banana

• vegetable

Which sentence contains a proper noun? 'The cat is sleeping.' or 'Alice loves reading books.'

• The dog is barking.

• John enjoys playing soccer.

• The sun is shining brightly.

• Alice loves reading books.

Is 'Monday' a proper noun? Explain your answer.

• Yes, 'Monday' is a proper noun.

• No, 'Monday' is a common noun.

• No, 'Monday' is a verb.

• Yes, 'Monday' is an adjective.

Select the proper noun: 'river', 'Amazon', 'water'.

• Amazon

• lake

• ocean

• Nile

Identify the proper noun in the following sentence: 'The Eiffel Tower is in Paris.'

• Eiffel Tower

• Eiffel

• Tower

• Paris