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 that refers to a type of makeup.

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lipstick

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What two words make up the compound word 'snowman'?

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snow and man

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Identify a word that is not a compound word: happiness, doghouse, or fishbowl.

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happiness is not a compound word.

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What is the compound word for a structure where a dog lives?

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doghouse

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Provide an example of a compound word that refers to a container for fish.

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fishbowl

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What are the two components of the compound word 'toothbrush'?

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tooth and brush

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Is 'basketball' a compound word? If so, what are its components?

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Yes, 'basketball' is a compound word made up of 'basket' and 'ball'.

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What is the compound word for a place where books are kept?

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library (not a compound word, but often confused; correct example: 'bookstore').

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What two words combine to form the compound word 'notebook'?

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note and book