Understanding Proper and Common Nouns

What is a key characteristic of a proper noun?

• It always starts with a lowercase letter.

• It names a general category.

• It always starts with a capital letter.

• It is always a single word.

Which of the following is a proper noun for a person?

• Doctor

• Girl

• Adam

• Boy

Identify the proper noun for a place from the options below.

• City

• Smithville Elementary School

• Continent

• School

Which of the following is a proper noun for an animal?

• Rabbit

• Cat

• Dog

• Rocky

Select the proper noun for a thing from the list.

• BMW

• Shoes

• Book

• Car