Compound Words Quiz

What is a compound word?

• A compound word is a word that is made up of two or more smaller words that are combined to form a new word.

• A compound word is a word that is made up of two or more sentences.

• A compound word is a word that is made up of two or more syllables.

• A compound word is a word that is made up of two or more letters.

Which of the following is an example of a compound word?

• cloud

• sunflower

• star

• moonlight

What is the meaning of the compound word 'sunflower'?

• A flower that resembles the sun

• A flower that is made of sun rays

• A flower that produces sunlight

• A flower that grows in the sun

Which two words make up the compound word 'toothbrush'?

• tooth, brush

• toothpaste

• hairbrush

• toothpick

What is the meaning of the compound word 'raincoat'?

• sunscreen

• umbrella

• waterproof coat

• snow boots

Which two words make up the compound word 'bookshelf'?

• book, table

• book, chair

• book, shelf

• book, lamp

What is the meaning of the compound word 'firefighter'?

• A firefighter is a person who sells fire-related equipment and supplies.

• A firefighter is a person who studies fire and its behavior.

• A firefighter is a person who extinguishes fires and rescues people and property.

• A firefighter is a person who starts fires and causes destruction.

Which two words make up the compound word 'rainbow'?

• rain, bow

• snow, storm

• cloud, rain

• sun, shine

I can't wait for the _____________, so I can visit my grandparents.

• school bus

• bandstand

• weekend

• dropbox

Which part of the word "chestnut" names the word.

• The first part of the word

• The last part of the word

• Neither parts of the word.

• Both parts of the word.