6 Questions
Which of the following statements about compound words is true?
The meaning of a compound word is different from the meaning of each word that makes it up.
What is the definition of a compound word?
A word that is made up of two or more words.
How is the meaning of a compound word different from the meaning of each word that makes it up?
The meaning of a compound word is different from the meaning of each word that makes it up.
Which of the following is a compound word?
compound
What is the purpose of identifying compound words in a sentence?
To understand sentence structure
Which of the following is NOT an example of a compound word?
rainbow
Study Notes
Compound Words
- A compound word is a word that is made up of two or more words that are combined to form a new word.
- The meaning of a compound word is often different from the meaning of each individual word that makes it up.
- Identifying compound words in a sentence is important because it helps with understanding the meaning of the sentence and can affect the way the sentence is read and interpreted.
Examples of Compound Words
- Examples of compound words include "blackboard", "toothbrush", and "firefly".
Non-Examples of Compound Words
- Not all words that are made up of two or more words are compound words. For example, "post office" is not a compound word.
Test your knowledge of compound words with this quiz! Discover how two words can come together to create a completely new meaning. Challenge yourself and see if you can identify the correct compound words.
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