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 an example of a compound word, made from 'tooth' and 'brush'.

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How do you divide the compound word 'sunflower'?

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sun-flower

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Is 'basketball' a compound word?

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

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Which of the following is a compound word: 'notebook', 'pencil', 'paper'?

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

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What are the two words that make up 'rainbow'?

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Rain and bow.

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Choose the compound word: 'butterfly', 'fly', 'butter'.

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

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How do you divide the compound word 'toothpaste'?

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tooth-paste

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Is 'football' a compound word?

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Yes, 'football' is a compound word made from 'foot' and 'ball'.

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Which word is a compound word: 'moonlight', 'light', 'moon'?

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Moonlight is a compound word, made from 'moon' and 'light'.