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Common and Proper Nouns — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 4 · English Grammar

What Common and Proper Nouns covers in ICSE Class 4 English Grammar: 2 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 4 English Grammar syllabus.

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2 Topics · ICSE Class 4 English Grammar · 2026-27

Topics in Common and Proper Nouns

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Understanding Common and Proper Nouns

  • A noun is a naming word for a person, animal, place, or thing.
  • Common nouns name general things (e.g., girl, city, dog).
  • Proper nouns name specific things and always start with a capital letter (e.g., Priya, Mumbai, Tommy).
2

Examples and Rules

  • Names of people: Rohan (proper), boy (common)
  • Names of places: Chennai (proper), city (common)
  • Names of animals: Simba (proper), tiger (common)

Key Concepts

Central concept: Nouns

Common NounsProper NounsCapitalization Rule

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What are the important topics in Common and Proper Nouns for ICSE Class 4 English Grammar?
Key topics in Common and Proper Nouns include Understanding Common and Proper Nouns, Examples and Rules. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 4 exams.
How should I revise Common and Proper Nouns for Class 4 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 24 practice questions on Common and Proper Nouns. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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