Using Commas with Opening Interjections

The video tutorial focuses on the use of interjections in sentences, explaining their role in conveying emotions and how they are punctuated with commas. Through a series of examples and draft analyses, students learn to identify and correctly punctuate interjections. The lesson concludes with practice exercises to reinforce the concepts taught.

What is the primary function of an interjection in a sentence?

• To connect two clauses

• To modify a verb

• To convey an emotion

• To describe a noun

Which of the following is an example of an interjection?

• Beautiful

• Running

• Oh

• Quickly

In the sentence 'Yes, I am on summer break,' what role does 'Yes' play?

• Subject

• Adjective

• Verb

• Interjection

What punctuation is needed after the interjection in 'No I don't plan on attending any overnight camps'?

• Semicolon

• Colon

• Comma

• Period

In the sentence 'OK, I'll tell you,' what is the purpose of the comma?

• To indicate a pause

• To set off the interjection

• To list items

• To separate two independent clauses

Which sentence correctly uses a comma after an interjection?

• Well I should be going now.

• Oh what a beautiful day!

• Yes, I would love to join.

• No I don't think so.

Why is it important to use commas after interjections?

• To confuse the reader

• To separate the interjection from the rest of the sentence

• To add more words

• To make the sentence longer