Exploring Compound Words

What is a compound word?

• A compound word is a word made up of two or more smaller words.

• A compound word is a word that cannot be broken down.

• A compound word is a type of punctuation.

• A compound word is a single word with no parts.

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

• sunshine

• sunflower

• sunset

• floral

What does the compound word 'toothbrush' mean?

• A device for measuring tooth size.

• A tool used for cleaning teeth.

• A tool for polishing nails.

• A type of dental floss.

Can you break down the compound word 'basketball' into its two parts?

• basket, net

• basket, ball

• basket, hoop

• ball, court

What is a synonym for 'rainbow'?

• arc

• circle

• spectrum

• wave

What is an antonym for 'daylight'?

• night

• twilight

• sunlight

• dawn

Use the word 'snowman' in a sentence.

• The snowman melted in the sun.

• I saw a snowman at the store.

• She drew a picture of a snowman.

• The children built a snowman in the front yard.

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

• slightly sad

• not happy

• very happy

• emotionally neutral

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

• paper, book

• note, pad

• note, book

• page, book

Which of the following is NOT a compound word: 'butterfly', 'cat', 'firefighter'?

• fly

• fire

• cat

• butter