Exploring Compound Words

What is a compound word? Give an example.

• toothache

• toothpick

• toothbrush

• toothpaste

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

• sunshine

• sunset

• sunflower

• floral

What does the compound word 'toothbrush' mean?

• A device for measuring tooth size.

• A type of dental floss.

• A tool for polishing nails.

• A tool used for cleaning teeth.

What are the two words that make up the compound word 'basketball'?

• court, player

• ball, net

• basket, ball

• basket, hoop

Choose the correct synonym for 'notebook': 'book', 'pad', 'folder'.

• binder

• pad

• journal

• portfolio

What is the antonym of the compound word 'daydream'?

• nightmare

• slumber

• wakefulness

• fantasy

Use the compound word 'raincoat' in a sentence.

• She painted her raincoat bright yellow.

• I bought a new raincoat for the summer.

• I wore my raincoat to stay dry during the storm.

• The raincoat is hanging in the closet.

What does the prefix 'un-' mean in the word 'unhappy'?

• happy or content

• a state of joy

• not or opposite of

• to make happy

Identify the suffix in the word 'happiness'.

• -ness

• -ful

• -ment

• -ing

Which two words combine to form the compound word 'snowman'?

• snow, woman

• snow, child

• rain, man

• snow, man