Nouns and PronounsSPI: Identify the correct use of nouns (i.e., common and proper, singular, plurals, possessives) and pronouns (i.e., subject, object, possessive, and agreement) within context.

What is a noun? A noun is a person, place, thing, or idea.

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Tell if the underlined word in each sentence is a noun. If so, tell if it names a person, place, thing, or idea.The sky was a canvas of blues and whites.My teacher was glad to see me this morning.The team practices every night at 5:00 p.m.How did the glass get broken?The United States was founded in 1776.My friend Janice lives next door to me.The happiness of the group is very important.

Common and Proper NounsA COMMON NOUN names a general person, place, thing, or idea. Common nouns begin with a lowercase letter, unless found at the beginning of a sentence or part of a title.A PROPER NOUN names a specific person, place, thing, or idea. Proper nouns begin with a capital letter.

Common and Proper Nouns

Common and Proper Noun ExamplesCommon NounsProper Nounsboy TimothygirlSarahcityNashvillegameMonopolycompanyNikecountryJapan schoolTowne Acres

Common and Proper NounsTell if each of the following nouns is a common noun or a proper noun.

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For each common noun, give an example of a proper noun.CommonProperdrinkGatoradestateteacherteamschoolsong

For each proper noun, give an example of a common noun.CommonProperFood CitySpidermanRachelDollywoodScience Hill High OHare International

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Singular and Plural NounsA singular noun names ONE person, place, thing, or idea.A plural noun names more than one person, place, thing, or idea.

Singular and Plural Nouns

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Ways to Make a Noun Plural

EndingRuleAdd s Most words will only require adding an s to the end (add s to words that end in a vowel-y, such as monkeys)Add -esAdd es to words than end in s, -x, -ch, -z (double z), and sh. Some words that end in o, will also add esChange y to i and add -esFor words that end in a consonant-y, drop the y and add -ies, such as cities, berries, duties, etc.Change f or fe to -vesFor some words that end in f or feexamples include calves, knives, halves, etc.Irregular (word can stay same or change)Stay the same= deer, sheep, moose, etc.Change= children, men, mice, geese

Determine the plural form of each noundayfairy glassknife mouse boxbeachbrush toywomanperson patchtrayschool childfantasyauthor teacherrubygummy shelf

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Possessive NounsPossessive nouns are nouns that show ownership. Possessive nouns can be singular or possessive.

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Singular Possessive NounsFor a singular noun that does not end in s, you will add an s-Example: The teachers desk was in the front.For a singular noun that ends in s, you can add s, but most sources recommend only adding an apostrophe. -Example: The buss tire was flat. The bus tire was flat.

Plural Possessive NounsFor plural nouns that end in s, you only need to add an apostrophe.-The four cats tails were swinging in unison as they lounged on the back of the couch.-All of the players helmets were stacked in the corner.

Plural Possessive Nouns For plural nouns that do not end in s, you add s to make the plural possessive.-Example: The childrens coats were placed in the coat room.-Example: The mens restroom was located in the back of the restaurant.-Example: The peoples opinions were made known at the protest.

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PronounsPronouns take the place of nouns. Examples: Subject Pronouns: he, she, they, we, I, it, youObject Pronouns: him, her, them, us, me, it, youPossessive Pronouns: his, hers, our(s), their(s), my, mine, its, yours

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