Grammar: NOUNS Title your paper “Grammar: Nouns.” Underneath, include today’s date. You will be adding to this sheet all this week and will turn in the finished product this Friday. Page 86 Monday, Sept. 13

Concrete Noun Concrete nouns name specific things that can be directly experienced or perceived by the senses. Grammar Page 86

Ex. #3: Ex. #3: My sister wanted a small dog with soft, fluffy fur and a wet nose. Ex. #1: Ex. #1: Airplane is a concrete noun because it is something you can see, feel, and hear. Ex. #2: Ex. #2: The pancakes are still hot. Ex. #4: Ex. #4: The car was so loud I could not hear what my mother was saying.

Abstract Noun Ideas or concepts that cannot be seen, heard, felt, tasted, smelled, or directly experienced. Grammar Page 86

Ex. #3: Ex. #3: Her greatest wish was for peace around the world. Ex. #1: Ex. #1: Justice is an abstract noun because it is a concept that cannot be directly perceived by the senses. Ex. #2: Ex. #2: Honesty is an important trait for everyone. Ex. #4: Ex. #4: Democracy is an important tradition in the United States.

Practice! On a sheet of paper, complete the following activity: Write down the 10 sentences, then identify the noun or nouns in each sentence Underline the concrete nouns Circle the abstract nouns. –Hint: The # in the ( ) is the # of nouns in the sentence! Keep this paper with you to add tomorrow’s grammar warmup.

Practice! Ex: Erica has high hopes for her future. (3) 1.The Constitution guarantees many different rights. (2) 2.The biggest concern of the hikers was time. (3) 3.The grace of the long-legged birds surprised the tourists. (3) 4.Paula overcame her fear of success. (3) 5.The difference between Lou and Len is their attitude. (4) Underline concrete nouns Circle abstract nouns.

Practice! 6.Several hunters came back with deer, elk, and moose. (4) 7.Has the doctor given Sherry any good advice? (3) 8.An article in the newspaper describes the opening of Marvelle Park. (4) 9.A sign outside the auditorium listed the soloists. (3) 10.A nurse at the hospital put a splint on my arm. (4) Underline concrete nouns. Circle abstract nouns.