Writers Workshop: Writer Resources Grammar Handbook: Nouns A
noun is any word that defines a person, place, or thing in a
sentence. Nouns give names to: - Concrete Things: Carlos lost
his keys. - Abstract Ideas: Her personal philosophy is odd. -
Abstract Qualities: She says I lack sensitivity. - Feelings: I
feel great joy when I run. - Actions: Parking can be difficult
on campus. - People: Steve Lamos is our instructor. - Animals:
What kind of bear is Fozzie Bear? - Places: The University of
Illinois is located in Champaign-Urbana.