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Anger is an example of an abstract noun.

Nouns 2

Nouns label people, places, things, and ideas. Learn to spot common and proper nouns and build clear noun phrases for sharper 11 Plus writing.

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Fascinating Fact:

Nouns name people, places, things, or ideas. Common: girl, city. Proper: Maya, London, Wednesday. Proper nouns need capital letters.

In 11 Plus English, you will classify common and proper nouns, form accurate plurals, and expand simple nouns into effective noun phrases to add precision and clarity to sentences.

Key Terms

  • Noun: A word that names a person, place, thing, or idea, such as teacher, mountain, or friendship.
  • Proper noun: A specific name that starts with a capital letter, like Alex, Cardiff, or July.
  • Noun phrase: A noun plus detail that describes it, for example the careful cyclist on the bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is the difference between common and proper nouns?

Common nouns are general names like river or dog. Proper nouns are specific names and take capital letters, such as Amazon or Rover.

Do days of the week and months need capital letters?

Yes. Days and months are proper nouns, so write them with capitals: Monday, Wednesday, January, October.

How do I expand a noun into a strong noun phrase?

Add a determiner, precise adjectives, and a prepositional phrase if needed: the small lantern on the stone wall.

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Author:  Frank Evans (Specialist 11 Plus Teacher and Tutor)
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