Lesson on COMPOUND NOUNS (two or more words put together to create a new meaning)

The video tutorial introduces compound nouns, explaining their structure and types. It begins with a definition of nouns, distinguishing between concrete and abstract nouns. The tutorial then delves into compound nouns, detailing their formation rules, including hyphenated and spaced variations. Examples of different types of compound nouns, such as noun plus noun and adjective plus noun, are provided. The tutorial concludes with a recap of the key points discussed.

What is an example of a concrete noun?

• Happiness

• Love

• Table

• Idea

Which of the following is a compound noun?

• Happiness

• Apple

• Shoelace

• Nature

What is the usual stress pattern in compound nouns?

• No stress

• Evenly distributed

• On the first syllable

• On the second syllable

Which compound noun is correctly written with a hyphen?

• Toilet paper

• Brother-in-law

• Babysitter

• Air conditioner

Which of the following is a countable compound noun?

• Fast food

• Toilet paper

• Blood donor

• Further education

What is an example of a compound noun made from a noun plus a verb?

• Dry cleaning

• High school

• Bystander

• Rainfall

Which combination forms a compound noun like 'greenhouse'?

• Noun + Noun

• Adjective + Noun

• Noun + Verb

• Verb + Noun