Identify nouns – with abstract nouns

Key Notes:

What is a Noun?

• Definition: A noun is a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea.
• Examples:
  • Person: teacher, student
  • Place: school, park
  • Thing: book, pencil
  • Idea: love, freedom

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Types of Nouns

• Concrete Nouns: Name things you can see, touch, hear, smell, or taste (e.g., apple, dog).
• Abstract Nouns: Name ideas, feelings, qualities, or conditions that cannot be seen or touched (e.g., happiness, courage).

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Abstract Nouns

• Definition: Abstract nouns refer to things that cannot be physically touched or measured.
• Examples:
  • Feelings: joy, sadness
  • Qualities: honesty, bravery
  • Concepts: freedom, justice

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Identifying Abstract Nouns

• Ask Questions:
  • Can you touch it or see it? (If no, it might be an abstract noun)
  • Does it describe a feeling or a quality?
• Examples for Practice:
  • Love (emotion)
  • Courage (quality)
  • Peace (concept)
  • Knowledge (idea)