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ICSE · Class 2 · English Grammar and Composition

20 flashcards for Special Names (ICSE Class 2 English Grammar and Composition) to test yourself on key terms and facts. Sample: "What is a special name?"

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Special NamesApplication of Special NamesCapitalization RulesPlaces with Special NamesPersonal ApplicationCommon vs Special NamesAnimals with Special NamesFestivals as Special Names
Card 1Special Names

What is a special name?

Answer

A special name is the unique name given to a person, place, animal, or thing. It tells us exactly which one we are talking about. For example, 'Mumbai' is the special name of a city, and 'Raju' is the…

Card 2Application of Special Names

What is the special name of your school?

Answer

The special name of my school is [Name of School]. For example, if the school is called 'Delhi Public School', then that is its special name. Special names always start with a capital letter.

Card 3Capitalization Rules

Why do special names begin with a capital letter?

Answer

Special names begin with a capital letter because they are unique and important. This helps us know it is a special name and not a common word. For example, 'India' is a special name, so it starts wit…

Card 4Places with Special Names

Give three special names of cities in India.

Answer

Three special names of cities in India are: Agra, Chennai, and Kolkata. These names are special because each one refers to a specific city.

Card 5Personal Application

What is the special name of your best friend?

Answer

The special name of my best friend is [Friend's Name]. For example, if their name is 'Ananya', then 'Ananya' is a special name and starts with a capital letter.

Card 6Common vs Special Names

Is 'dog' a special name? What about 'Snoopy'?

Answer

'Dog' is not a special name — it is a common name for all dogs. But 'Snoopy' is a special name because it is the name of one particular dog. So, 'Snoopy' starts with a capital letter.

Card 7Animals with Special Names

What are special names given to animals called?

Answer

Special names given to animals are called pet names or proper names. For example, 'Tommy' is the special name of a dog, and 'Lalu' is the name of a cow.

Card 8Festivals as Special Names

Name two special names of festivals.

Answer

Two special names of festivals are 'Diwali' and 'Christmas'. These are special names because they refer to specific festivals and always start with a capital letter.

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What are the important topics in Special Names for ICSE Class 2 English Grammar and Composition?
Key topics in Special Names include What Are Special Names?, Examples of Special Names. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 2 exams.
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There are 20 flashcards for Special Names covering key definitions, facts and ideas. A few sample cards are shown on this page.
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