What is a compound word?

Exploring Compound Words for Kids

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Emma Peterson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A word formed by joining two or more words to create a new meaning.
A word that has no spaces or hyphens.
A word that describes a compound.
A word that can only be used in scientific contexts.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of a closed form compound word?
Ice cream
High school
Mother-in-law
Toothbrush
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What distinguishes a hyphenated form compound word from others?
It combines words with a space.
It combines words without any space or punctuation.
It uses a hyphen to join words.
It is only used in formal writing.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which example shows an open form compound word?
Firefly
North America
Merry-go-round
Toothpaste
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is 'sandwich' not considered a compound word?
Because it does not have a new meaning.
Because it is too commonly used.
Because 'which' is not a standalone word.
Because it is a proper noun.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can you determine the form a compound word should use?
By checking if it's a noun or verb.
By understanding the meaning it conveys.
By checking the dictionary.
All of the above.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which guideline is NOT correct for forming compound words?
Closed form is used when two words create a completely new word.
Combine words with a hyphen if they create a new meaning.
Use open form when the words are understood as separate entities.
Always use a hyphen for adjective-noun combinations.
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