Let’s go through each sentence one by one. We need to decide if the underlined word is
concrete (something you can see, touch, hear, smell, or taste) or
abstract (an idea, feeling, or concept — something you can’t physically sense).
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1.
reminisce – This means to think back fondly on past memories. You can’t touch or see “reminiscing.” It’s a mental activity →
Abstract
2.
dentist – A dentist is a real person you can see and talk to →
Concrete
3.
mug – A coffee mug is a physical object you can hold and drink from →
Concrete
4.
truth – Truth is an idea or concept. You can’t hold “truth” in your hand →
Abstract
5.
kittens – Kittens are real animals you can pet and see →
Concrete
6.
October – October is a month — it’s a name for a time period. You can’t touch “October,” but it’s tied to real events. Still, months are considered abstract because they’re concepts of time →
Abstract
7.
couch – A couch is furniture you can sit on →
Concrete
8.
ideas – Ideas are thoughts in your head. You can’t touch them →
Abstract
9.
streamers – Streamers are decorations you can hang and touch →
Concrete
10.
luck – Luck is a belief or feeling about chance. You can’t grab “luck” →
Abstract
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Final Answer:
1. Abstract
2. Concrete
3. Concrete
4. Abstract
5. Concrete
6. Abstract
7. Concrete
8. Abstract
9. Concrete
10. Abstract
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of abstract noun worksheet 3rd grade.
