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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Sunshine is a compound word made from 'sun' and 'shine'.

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Is 'basketball' a compound word?

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Yes, 'basketball' is a compound word made from 'basket' and 'ball'.

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What are the two words in the compound word 'snowman'?

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The two words are 'snow' and 'man'.

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Is 'dollhouse' a compound word?

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Yes, 'dollhouse' is a compound word made from 'doll' and 'house'.

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Choose the compound word: 'sunfall', 'sunnight', 'sunshine'.

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The compound word is 'sunshine'.

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What is the compound word for a person who rides a horse?

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The compound word is 'cowboy'.

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Identify the compound word in this sentence: 'My brother plays basketball in the evening daily.'

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The compound word is 'basketball'.

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What does the compound word 'toothbrush' mean?

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A toothbrush is a tool used for cleaning teeth, made from 'tooth' and 'brush'.

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What are the two words in the compound word 'notebook'?

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The two words are 'note' and 'book'.