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 a compound word made from 'tooth' and 'brush'.

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Which of the following is a compound word: 'sun' or 'sunflower'?

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Sunflower is a compound word made from 'sun' and 'flower'.

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

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The words are 'snow' and 'man'.

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Is 'backpack' a compound word?

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Yes, 'backpack' is a compound word made from 'back' and 'pack'.

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Which word is NOT a compound word: 'butterfly' or 'happiness'?

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Happiness is not a compound word.

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

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The parts are 'fire' and 'fly'.

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Identify the compound word: 'basket' or 'basketball'.

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

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What does the compound word 'toothpaste' mean?

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Toothpaste is a substance used to clean teeth, made from 'tooth' and 'paste'.

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Is 'notebook' a compound word?

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Yes, 'notebook' is a compound word made from 'note' and 'book'.