Nouns - Proper in Modern Fiction
English
Grade 8
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A comprehension practice worksheet focused on proper nouns within modern fiction texts, designed for Grade 8 students.
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Nouns - Proper in Modern Fiction
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Grade Grade 8
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Understanding Proper Nouns in Fiction
In the bustling city of New York, Detective Sarah Morgan stepped into the dimly lit alley behind the Central Park West Hotel. She glanced at her phone to check the time and noted that it was 3:17 p.m. The cold wind caused her trench coat to flutter as she prepared to confront the scene of the recent mystery. Nearby, a neon sign flickered, advertising the famous Coney Island Diner, which had become a key location in the investigation.
1.
Identify all the proper nouns in the passage.
[2 marks]2.
Explain why the names 'Sarah Morgan' and 'Coney Island Diner' are considered proper nouns.
[3 marks]3.
Which proper noun in the passage helps establish the setting?
[2 marks]4.
Multiple Choice: Which of these is NOT a proper noun from the passage?
[1 mark]Aa) Detective Sarah Morgan
Bb) Central Park West Hotel
Cc) 3:17 p.m.
Dd) Coney Island Diner
5.
Why are the words 'Central Park West Hotel' and 'Coney Island Diner' capitalized? Provide a brief explanation.
[3 marks]6.
Write a short paragraph describing a scene from your favorite book or story, making sure to include at least three proper nouns.
[10 marks]7.
Analyze the effect of using proper nouns to specify locations and characters in fiction. Write your response in a paragraph.
[10 marks]8.
Creative Writing: Imagine you are writing a story set in a famous city. Create a brief scene that includes at least two proper nouns (place names and character names). Be descriptive and clear.
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