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Which of the following is an example of a common noun?
Which of the following is an example of a common noun?
- Titanic
- football (correct)
- Super Bowl
- New York City
What distinguishes proper nouns from common nouns?
What distinguishes proper nouns from common nouns?
- Proper nouns always begin with a small letter.
- Proper nouns are specific and always capitalized. (correct)
- Proper nouns can be used to describe people, places, and things.
- Proper nouns are never used in sports contexts.
In the context of sports, which of the following represents a proper noun?
In the context of sports, which of the following represents a proper noun?
- team
- World Series (correct)
- competition
- basketball
Which of the following statements is true regarding the naming conventions of nouns?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the naming conventions of nouns?
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Which example demonstrates a transition from common to proper noun in sports?
Which example demonstrates a transition from common to proper noun in sports?
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Study Notes
Common Nouns
- General names for people, animals, places, things, and events
- Example: dog, beach, car
Proper Nouns
- Specific names for people, places, and events
- Always begin with a capital letter
- Example: Fido, Cane Garden Bay Beach, Ford Mustang
Sports
- Generic names for sports are common nouns
- Example: Football, Soccer, Basketball
- Famous competitions can be proper nouns
- Example: Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup
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Test your understanding of common and proper nouns with this quiz. You'll learn how to identify general names for people, places, and things as well as specific names that require capitalization. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their grammar skills!
