Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is formed when two or more words are combined to create a new word with a specific meaning.

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Give an example of a compound word.

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Examples of compound words include 'toothbrush', 'backbone', and 'homemade'.

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Which of the following is a compound word: 'sunshine' or 'happy'?

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'Sunshine' is a compound word, while 'happy' is not.

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What are the two parts of the compound word 'rainfall'?

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'Rain' and 'fall' are the two parts of the compound word 'rainfall'.

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Is 'happiness' a compound word? Why or why not?

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'Happiness' is not a compound word; it is a derivative of the word 'happy' with the suffix '-ness'.

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How can you identify a compound word?

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You can identify a compound word by breaking it down into its individual words and checking if they have a combined meaning.

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What does the compound word 'toothbrush' refer to?

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'Toothbrush' refers to a tool used for cleaning teeth.

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Can compound words be formed from more than two words?

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Yes, compound words can be formed from more than two words, such as 'mother-in-law'.

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What is the meaning of the compound word 'backbone'?

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'Backbone' refers to the series of vertebrae that protect the spinal cord, or it can mean strength of character.

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Identify the compound word in the following sentence: 'The dog chased the butterfly.'

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There is no compound word in the sentence; 'butterfly' is a compound word, but 'dog' and 'chased' are not.