COMPOUND WORDS

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is formed when two or more words are combined to create a new word with a specific meaning, such as 'toothbrush' (tooth + brush).

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Give an example of a compound word.

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An example of a compound word is 'sunflower' (sun + flower).

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Which of the following is a compound word: 'basketball', 'happy', 'quick'?

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'Basketball' is a compound word (basket + ball).

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What does the term 'firefly' represent?

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'Firefly' is a compound word made from 'fire' and 'fly', referring to an insect that emits light.

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Is 'happiness' a compound word?

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No, 'happiness' is not a compound word; it is a derivative of 'happy' with the suffix '-ness'.

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Can compound words be written with a hyphen?

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Yes, compound words can be written with a hyphen, such as 'mother-in-law'.

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Are all compound words written as one word?

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No, compound words can be written as one word, with a hyphen, or as separate words.

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What is the compound word for 'foot' and 'ball'?

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The compound word is 'football'.

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Identify the compound word: 'notebook', 'sadness', 'quickly'.

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'Notebook' is a compound word (note + book).

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True or False: Compound words can be formed from any two words.

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True, compound words can be formed from any two words that create a new meaning.