Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is made when two smaller 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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An example of a compound word is 'toothbrush' (tooth + brush).

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

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The compound word is 'sunflower' (sun + flower).

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What do you get when you combine 'rain' and 'bow'?

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You get 'rainbow'.

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Is 'basketball' a compound word?

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Yes, 'basketball' is a compound word (basket + ball).

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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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Which word is a compound word: 'butter', 'butterfly', 'fly'?

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The compound word is 'butterfly' (butter + fly).

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What do you get when you combine 'snow' and 'man'?

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You get 'snowman'.

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Is 'classroom' a compound word?

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Yes, 'classroom' is a compound word (class + room).

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What is the compound word for 'mail' and 'box'?

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The compound word is 'mailbox'.