Understanding Abstract Nouns
A Grade 3 ELA worksheet to help students identify and use abstract nouns in sentences.
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Understanding Abstract Nouns
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Read each section carefully and follow the instructions to learn about abstract nouns.
An abstract noun is a noun that names an idea, feeling, quality, or characteristic. You cannot see, hear, touch, taste, or smell an abstract noun. It is something you can think about or feel.
Examples: happiness, bravery, freedom, love, peace
Read each sentence. Underline the abstract noun.
1. The children felt great when they played together.
2. She showed much when she helped her friend.
3. The best part of the day was the feeling of .
4. He had a lot of for his family.
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
1. Showing to others makes the world a better place.
2. It takes to try new things.
3. Their grew stronger every day.
4. The little girl jumped with when she saw the puppy.
1. Which word is an abstract noun?
table
book
hope
teacher
2. Which word is NOT an abstract noun?
sadness
idea
flower
faith
Write two sentences using an abstract noun in each. Underline the abstract noun.
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2.