Compound Noun Practice

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What is a compound noun?

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A compound noun is a noun that is made up of two or more words that together represent a single concept, such as 'toothbrush' or 'mother-in-law.'

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How do you form the plural of a compound noun?

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To form the plural of a compound noun, you typically make the most important part of the compound noun plural.

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What is the plural of 'apple tree'?

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The plural of 'apple tree' is 'apple trees.'

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What is the plural of 'check-in'?

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The plural of 'check-in' is 'check-ins.'

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What is the plural of 'tool box'?

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The plural of 'tool box' is 'tool boxes.'

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What is the plural of 'brother-in-law'?

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The plural of 'brother-in-law' is 'brothers-in-law.'

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When pluralizing compound nouns, which part is usually made plural?

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The most important part of the compound noun is usually made plural.

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Can you give an example of a compound noun that is not hyphenated?

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An example of a compound noun that is not hyphenated is 'toothpaste.'

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What is a hyphenated compound noun?

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A hyphenated compound noun is a noun made up of two or more words connected by hyphens, such as 'mother-in-law' or 'check-in.'

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How do you pluralize 'mother-in-law'?

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The plural of 'mother-in-law' is 'mothers-in-law.'