Types of Compound Words

The video tutorial introduces compound words, explaining how they are formed by joining two or more smaller words to create a new word with a different meaning. It covers the three types of compound words: closed, open, and hyphenated, providing examples for each. An interactive activity helps viewers identify the types of compound words. The video concludes with tips for recognizing compound words in everyday reading and writing.

What is a compound word?

• A word that is always hyphenated

• A word that has the same meaning as its parts

• A word that cannot be split into smaller words

• A word made up of two or more smaller words

How can separating a compound word help?

• It helps in understanding the meaning

• It makes the word more complex

• It makes the word longer

• It changes the word's pronunciation

Which of the following is a closed compound word?

• Airplane

• Father-in-law

• Dining room

• High school

What is an open compound word?

• A word with no spaces

• A word that cannot be split

• A word with a hyphen

• A word with spaces between parts

Which of these is a hyphenated compound word?

• Blueberry

• Merry-go-round

• School bus

• Airport

Identify the type of compound word: 'rollerblade'.

• Closed

• Open

• None of the above

• Hyphenated

What type of compound word is 'ice cream'?

• None of the above

• Open

• Hyphenated

• Closed

Which sentence contains an open compound word?

• The airfield overflowed with airplanes.

• It was a top-notch party.

• The fireflies seem to be everywhere.

• The high school musicians will give a concert.

What is the correct type for the compound word 'top-notch'?

• Closed

• None of the above

• Open

• Hyphenated

Why is it useful to recognize compound words?

• To avoid using them in writing

• To improve spelling and understanding

• To make sentences longer

• To make words more complex