5th grade 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 different meaning.

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Give an example of a compound word.

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Some examples of compound words are 'toothbrush', 'sunflower', and 'basketball'.

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What is the correct spelling of the compound word for a circular playground ride?

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merry-go-round

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What is the correct spelling of the word for a large mass of ice floating in the sea?

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iceberg

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What do we call worms that come out of the ground during the rainy season?

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earthworms

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means a person?

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somebody

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means not wearing shoes?

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barefoot

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What is a hyphenated compound word?

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A hyphenated compound word is a compound word that uses a hyphen to connect the two words, like 'mother-in-law'.

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What is a closed compound word?

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A closed compound word is formed when two words are combined without any spaces or hyphens, like 'notebook'.

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What is an open compound word?

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An open compound word is formed when two words are used together but are written separately, like 'ice cream'.