Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is a word that is made up of two or more smaller words that combine to create a new meaning.

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Give an example of a compound word.

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Toothbrush is a compound word made from 'tooth' and 'brush'.

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

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Sunshine is a compound word made from 'sun' and 'shine'.

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What are the two words that make up the compound word 'backpack'?

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The words are 'back' and 'pack'.

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Is 'notebook' a compound word?

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Yes, 'notebook' is a compound word made from 'note' and 'book'.

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What is the compound word in this sentence: 'I put my shoes on the doormat.'?

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The compound word is 'doormat', made from 'door' and 'mat'.

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Choose the compound word: 'rainbow' or 'rain'?

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Rainbow is a compound word made from 'rain' and 'bow'.

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What does the compound word 'basketball' mean?

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Basketball is a compound word made from 'basket' and 'ball', referring to the sport played with a ball and a hoop.

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Identify the compound word: 'butterfly', 'butter'.

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Butterfly is a compound word made from 'butter' and 'fly'.

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What are the two words in 'snowman'?

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The words are 'snow' and 'man'.