Question

Which one of the following words is an example of a compound word consisting of a verb + adverb pattern ?

• A. Breakthrough
• B. Dryclean
• C. Whitewash
• D. Sailboat

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Breakthrough

• Breakthrough: Verb + Adverb (or Verb + Particle)

  • Break (Verb) + Through (Adverb/Preposition)

Other options:

• Dryclean: Adjective + Verb (Dry + Clean)

• Whitewash: Adjective + Noun / Verb (White + Wash)

• Sailboat: Noun + Noun (or Verb + Noun) (Sail + Boat)