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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?
What distinguishes a proper noun from a common noun?
What distinguishes a proper noun from a common noun?
Which of the following is considered a proper noun based on the context of sports?
Which of the following is considered a proper noun based on the context of sports?
Which example correctly represents the definition of a proper noun?
Which example correctly represents the definition of a proper noun?
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Identify the pair where both elements are proper nouns.
Identify the pair where both elements are proper nouns.
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Study Notes
Common Nouns
- Refer to general categories of people, animals, places, objects and events
- Examples include beach, boat and city
Proper Nouns
- Are specific names for people, places and events
- Written with a capital letter at the beginning
- Examples include Titanic, Cane Garden bay beach, New York City
Sports
- Some sports, such as football, are common nouns
- Other specific sport events like the Super Bowl are proper nouns
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Test your knowledge on the differences between common and proper nouns in this quiz. Explore various examples and see how well you can distinguish between categories like people, places, and events. Perfect for students looking to improve their grammar skills.
