Types of Nouns
This kind of noun is two or more words used as a single noun.
What is compound noun?
This term is a brief tale intended to teach the listener a specific moral or lesson.
What is a fable?
Kindness is often repaid in unexpected ways.
What is “The Lion and the Mouse”?
“I am indeed grateful to you, for you too, asked
something impossible of me”
What is “The Blacksmith’s Dilemma”?
The story “The Rabbit“ is an example of this type of story.
What is a folktale?
This kind of noun names whatever exists as a physical or material substance.
What is concrete noun?
This term is a whimsical tale intended to entertain and guide, reflecting general values rather than teaching one specific moral.
What is a folktale?
Punishing others for one’s own wrongdoings is unjust.
What is “The Peasant and the Sheep”?
“I have done great wrong, and am not worthy to be
your wife.”
The “Panchatantra” is the oldest surviving collection of fables from this country.
What is India?
This kind of noun names a person, place, thing, or idea but does not say which particular one.
What is common noun?
This term is a brief saying that expresses a truth in a witty, satirical, or striking manner.
What is an epigram?
Arrogant knowledge that lacks common sense is worthless.
What is “The Lionmaker”?
“Never travel with a friend who deserts you at the
approach of danger.”
What is “The Bear and the Two Travellers”?
The story “The Goatherd and the Wild Goats” is an example of this type of story.
What is a fable?
This kind of noun names a particular person, place, or thing and always begins with a capital letter.
What is proper noun?
This term is an expression that can only be understood in its specific wording, rather than as separate words.
What is an idiom?
Old friends should never be sacrificed for new ones.
What is “The Goatherd and the Wild Goats”?
“And the Kraken wasn’t what I’d call helpful”
What is “Captain Stormalong”?
“One Thousand and One Nights” is a good example of this type of story.
This kind of noun names a quality, state, activity, or general idea.
What is abstract noun?
This term is a work song that alternates every line between the verse and the chorus.
What is a sea chantey?
Experience can give wisdom.
What is ”The Cave that Talked”?
“He was royally thanked for his offer and sent off in
haste, realizing full well that his career was made in case he succeeded, while he
would be very much unmade if he failed.”
What is “The Rabbit”?
”Captain Stormalong, the Revolution, and Clipper Ships” is a good example of this type of legend.
What is a tall tale?