Compound words

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What is a compound word?

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

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Give an example of a compound word.

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Backpack is an example of a compound word, made from 'back' and 'pack'.

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Is 'sunflower' a compound word?

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Yes, 'sunflower' is a compound word made from 'sun' and 'flower'.

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

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'Notebook' is a compound word made from 'note' and 'book'.

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What does the compound word 'rainbow' mean?

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A rainbow is a meteorological phenomenon that appears as a multicolored arc in the sky, formed by the refraction and dispersion of light.

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Identify the compound word: 'basketball', 'fast', 'slowly'.

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

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Is 'happiness' a compound word?

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No, 'happiness' is not a compound word; it is a single word formed by adding the suffix '-ness' to 'happy'.

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

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'Tooth' and 'brush' are the two parts of the compound word 'toothbrush'.

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Which word is a compound word: 'butterfly', 'beautiful', 'moment'?

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'Butterfly' is a compound word made from 'butter' and 'fly'.

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What does the compound word 'snowman' refer to?

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A snowman is a figure made of packed snow, typically shaped like a human.