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Interjection

An interjection is a part of speech that expresses emotions or feelings. Some common interjections include wow, oh, ouch, and alas. Interjections may convey joy, grief, surprise, or approval. They are usually short exclamations that are followed by exclamation or comma punctuation. The document provides examples of interjections and identifies them in sample sentences.

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Interjection

An interjection is a part of speech that expresses emotions or feelings. Some common interjections include wow, oh, ouch, and alas. Interjections may convey joy, grief, surprise, or approval. They are usually short exclamations that are followed by exclamation or comma punctuation. The document provides examples of interjections and identifies them in sample sentences.

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What Is An Interjection?

• An interjection is a part of
speech that shows
someone’s sudden
feelings or emotions
• Some interjections are
large and are followed by
exclamation points!
• Some interjections are
small and introductory so
they are followed by a
comma 1
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Interjections may express

• Joy: hurrah!, huzza! • Group of words


Interjections
• Grief: alas!, alack!
• Ah me! For shame!
• Surprise: ha! What! • Well done! Good
gracious!
• Approval: bravo!
2
Interjections!
• Common interjections. They are least used in English.
– Wow
– Oh
– Ouch
– Tsk
– Uh
– Alas
– Woah
– Oops
– Psst
Identify the interjection in each sentence.

1. Good grief! He is a great kicker.


2. Oh, I need help with my homework.
3. “Down!” I shouted to the dog.
4. Mom called, “Help!”
5. Gee, I am tired.
Answers

1. Good grief! He is a great kicker.


2. Oh, I need help with my homework.
3. “Down!” I shouted to the dog.
4. Mom called, “Help!”
5. Gee, I am tired.

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