Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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

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Is 'sunshine' a compound word?

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Yes, 'sunshine' is a compound word made from 'sun' and 'shine'.

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Where would you divide the compound word 'underarm'?

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You would divide it as 'under-arm'.

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Which of the following is a compound word: reading, popcorn, rules, setting?

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Popcorn is a compound word made from 'pop' and 'corn'.

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What does the compound word 'footprint' mean?

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A footprint is the mark your foot leaves behind.

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Is 'baseball' a compound word?

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Yes, 'baseball' is a compound word made from 'base' and 'ball'.

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Give an example of a compound word.

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An example of a compound word is 'toothbrush', which is made from 'tooth' and 'brush'.

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What are the two parts of the compound word 'snowman'?

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The two parts are 'snow' and 'man'.

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Can you create a compound word using 'rain'?

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Yes, 'raincoat' is a compound word made from 'rain' and 'coat'.

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What is the meaning of the compound word 'basketball'?

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Basketball is a sport played with a ball and a hoop, made from 'basket' and 'ball'.