Exploring Nouns in English

What is an abstract noun?

• An abstract noun is a noun that denotes an idea, quality, or state rather than a tangible object.

• A noun that refers to a physical object.

• A noun that describes a specific person or place.

• A noun that indicates a verb or action.

Give an example of a proper noun.

• California

• New York

• London

• Paris

Identify the common noun in this sentence: 'The dog barked.'

• dog

• barked

• cat

• animal

What is the gender noun for a female cat?

• queen

• feline

• pussycat

• kitten

List three abstract nouns.

• ['freedom', 'happiness', 'courage']

• dog

• apple

• car

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

• city is a collective noun

• city is a proper noun

• common noun

• city is an abstract noun

What is the proper noun in this sentence: 'Sarah went to Paris.'

• London

• John

• France

• Sarah, Paris

Define a common noun with an example.

• tree

• dog

• car

• cat

What is the gender noun for a male teacher?

• principal

• male teacher

• female teacher

• student

Identify the abstract noun in this sentence: 'Her kindness was appreciated.'

• was

• her

• appreciation

• kindness