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

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Which of the following is a compound word: banana, toothbrush, zipper, candle?

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Toothbrush.

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

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Door and mat.

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Which word is not a compound word: firefly, butterfly, blueberry, happiness?

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Happiness.

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Identify the compound word: diamond, featureless, gemstone, clarity.

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Gemstone.

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

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Dragon and fly.

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What is the meaning of the word 'butterfly'?

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

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How do you identify a compound word?

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Look for two smaller words that can stand alone and combine to create a new meaning.

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What is the compound word in this list: notebook, table, chair, lamp?

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Notebook.