Compound Words

The video tutorial explains the concept of base and compound words. It provides examples of how two base words can be combined to form a compound word with a new meaning. The tutorial includes examples like 'starfish', 'snowman', and 'rainbow'. It also features a story to help identify compound words and encourages students to find compound words in their surroundings, such as 'backpack' and 'notebook'. The video aims to enhance understanding of how compound words are formed and used in everyday language.

What is a compound word?

• A word that is used in a sentence

• A word that has no meaning on its own

• A word formed by combining two base words

• A word that is a synonym of another word

Which of the following is a compound word?

• Fishstar

• Star

• Fish

• Starfish

In the story about Alexa, which compound word describes a place where trains are found?

• Airport

• Railroad

• Sailboat

• Suitcase

Which of the following is a compound word found in a classroom?

• Pencil

• Notebook

• Chair

• Desk

What two base words make up the compound word 'chalkboard'?

• Board and paper

• Chalk and paper

• Chalk and pen

• Chalk and board