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Welcome to Common and Proper Nouns. This lesson explores the difference between common and proper nouns, helping you understand how to use them correctly in writing and speech. You will learn how common nouns refer to general people, places, or things, while proper nouns name specific ones and always begin with a capital letter.

Through engaging video content and interactive activities, this self-paced lesson will guide you in identifying and using common and proper nouns effectively.

By the end of this lesson the learner should be able to: 

  • Accurately define a common noun and a proper noun
  • Identify common and proper nouns in a variety of sentences
  • Distinguish between a common and proper noun
  • Appropriately use common and proper nouns to construct grammatically correct sentences.

These outcomes will help you build a strong foundation in grammar and improve your writing skills.