Proper and Abstract Nouns Flashcards
1
Q
What is a proper noun?
A
A word specifically given to names of a person,place or thing. (The specific name given to a noun)
2
Q
A proper noun has two distinctive features?
A
It will name a common noun
It will begin with a capital letter no matter where in the sentence.
3
Q
Which Latin word means “proper” or “ones own”?
A
Proprius
4
Q
Gerund
A
When a word ending in ‘Ing’ is used as a noun
5
Q
What is an abstract noun?
A
An abstract noun names an emotion, concept, or ability e.g. Love
