Proper 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. It always starts with a capital letter.

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Give an example of a proper noun.

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Dr. Jones is an example of a proper noun.

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Is 'dog park' a proper noun?

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No, 'dog park' is a common noun because it does not name a specific place.

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What is the first letter of a proper noun?

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The first letter of a proper noun is always capitalized.

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Which of the following is a proper noun: 'Walmart' or 'store'?

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'Walmart' is a proper noun because it is the name of a specific store.

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Is 'Candy' a proper noun?

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No, 'Candy' is a common noun unless it is part of a specific name.

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What do we call names of people?

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Names of people are called proper nouns.

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Is 'Nancy' a proper noun?

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Yes, 'Nancy' is a proper noun because it is a specific name.

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What is the difference between a proper noun and a common noun?

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A proper noun names a specific person, place, or thing, while a common noun names general items.

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Can a proper noun be a place?

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Yes, proper nouns can be names of places, like 'Paris' or 'Mount Everest'.