English: Noun Types Flashcards
1
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How many different noun types are they and what re they called?
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There are four different noun types and they are called Abstract Proper Collective Concrete/common
2
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Explain what a concrete/common noun is.
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A concrete/common noun is something that you can see or touch - for example, a computer, a desk, a pen etc.
3
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Explain what an abstract noun is.
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An abstract noun is an idea or emotion; something that cannot be seen or touched - for example, happiness, jealousy, love etc.
4
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Explain what a proper noun is.
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A proper noun is the name of a person, place or thing. It usually begins with a capital letter - for example, Sarah, China, Christmas etc.
5
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Explain what a collective noun is.
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A collective noun is a noun that describes a group of thins or people - fir example, flock (as in a flock of sheep), swarm (as in a swarm of bees) etc.
