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

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What are the two words in the compound word 'dragonfly'?

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The two words are 'dragon' and 'fly'.

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Is 'happiness' a compound word?

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No, 'happiness' is not a compound word; it is a single word.

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Which of the following is a compound word: 'loudmouth' or 'prompt'?

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'Loudmouth' is a compound word.

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How do you break the word 'baseball' into two words?

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You break it into 'base' and 'ball'.

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Is 'soccer' a compound word?

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No, 'soccer' is not a compound word.

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What is the first part of the compound word 'toothbrush'?

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The first part is 'tooth'.

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What does the compound word 'snowman' mean?

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A 'snowman' is a figure made of snow, typically shaped like a person.

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Can you name a compound word that describes a type of insect?

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Yes, 'firefly' is a compound word that describes a type of insect.