interjections

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What is an interjection?

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An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise. Examples include 'Wow!', 'Oh no!', and 'Hooray!'.

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Can you give an example of an interjection in a sentence?

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In the sentence 'Wow! That was amazing!', 'Wow!' is the interjection.

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What punctuation often follows an interjection?

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An interjection is often followed by an exclamation mark (!), but it can also be followed by a comma.

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Identify the interjection in this sentence: 'Oh no! I forgot my homework.'

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'Oh no!' is the interjection.

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What feeling does the interjection 'Hooray!' express?

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'Hooray!' expresses joy or celebration.

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Is 'Oops' an interjection?

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Yes, 'Oops' is an interjection used to express a minor mistake or accident.

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What is the purpose of using interjections in writing?

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Interjections add emotion and emphasis to sentences, making them more expressive.

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Identify the interjection in this sentence: 'Yay! We won the game!'

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'Yay!' is the interjection.

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What does the interjection 'Wow!' usually indicate?

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'Wow!' usually indicates surprise or admiration.

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Can interjections be used in the middle of a sentence?

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Yes, interjections can be used in the middle of a sentence, often set off by commas. For example: 'I, wow, can't believe it!'