Question

Read and use the dictionary entry to answer the question. compact [kuhm-pakt] adjective 1. joined or packed together; closely and firmly united; dense; solid; compact soil 2. arranged within a relatively small space; a compact kitchen [kuhm-pakt] verb 1. to join or pack closely together; consolidate 2. to make firm or stable [kom-pakt] noun 1. a small case containing a mirror, face powder, and a puff Which sentence correctly uses the word compact as a noun? Alicia folded the blanket into a compact square that fit inside her suitcase. The Sullivan family has a compact car, which makes parking simple. Mrs. Jenkins pulled a compact from her purse and checked her makeup. Mr. Jameson compacted the trash tightly into the big plastic bin.

Answer 1

Mrs. Jenkins pulled a compact from her purse and checked her makeup.

Answer 2

Mrs. Jenkins pulled a compact from her purse and checked her makeup. 

The noun compact refers to a small case with makeup and a mirror. This is the only sentence in which compact is used as a noun, and it is used correctly as it is referring to the makeup device. The other sentences use compact as an adjective and a verb.