Compound Words

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is formed when two or more words are combined to create a new word with a different meaning, such as 'toothbrush' (tooth + brush).

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Give an example of a compound word that includes 'sun'.

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Sunflower (sun + flower).

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What does the compound word 'basketball' mean?

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Basketball is a sport played with a ball that is thrown into a basket.

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

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Note + book.

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

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A snowman is a figure made of snow, typically shaped like a person.

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Identify the compound word in this sentence: 'The dog chased the butterfly.'

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There is no compound word in this sentence.

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What is the compound word formed from 'foot' and 'ball'?

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Football.

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What does the compound word 'toothpaste' refer to?

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Toothpaste is a substance used with a toothbrush to clean teeth.

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Create a compound word using 'fire'.

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Firefighter (fire + fighter).

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

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Rain + bow.