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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Give an example of a compound word.

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Basketball is a compound word made from 'basket' and 'ball'.

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What two words make up the compound word 'sunflower'?

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The words 'sun' and 'flower' make up the compound word 'sunflower'.

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What is the compound word for 'tooth' and 'brush'?

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The compound word is 'toothbrush'.

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Identify the compound word in this sentence: 'The dog chased the butterfly.'

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There is no compound word in this sentence.

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What two words make up the compound word 'notebook'?

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The words 'note' and 'book' make up the compound word 'notebook'.

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Complete the sentence: I wear a _________. (Hint: a compound word for head and band)

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headband.

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What is the compound word for 'rain' and 'coat'?

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The compound word is 'raincoat'.

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Identify the compound word in this sentence: 'The popcorn was delicious.'

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The compound word is 'popcorn'.

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What two words make up the compound word 'firefighter'?

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The words 'fire' and 'fighter' make up the compound word 'firefighter'.