Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is a word 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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Sunshine (sun + shine) is an example of a compound word.

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What is the compound word for 'snow-'?

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Snowstorm (snow + storm) is a compound word.

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Which of the following is a compound word: firefly, happiness?

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Firefly is a compound word; happiness is not.

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Is 'baseball' a compound word?

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Yes, baseball (base + ball) is a compound word.

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What does 'butterfly' mean as a compound word?

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Butterfly (butter + fly) refers to a type of insect.

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Match the word 'camp-' with a compound word.

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Campground (camp + ground) is a compound word.

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Is 'toothbrush' a compound word?

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Yes, toothbrush (tooth + brush) is a compound word.

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What is the compound word for 'rain-'?

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Rainbow (rain + bow) is a compound word.

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Identify a non-compound word: blueberry, happiness.

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Happiness is not a compound word.