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English Grammar - Interjections
Interjections are words or phrases that express strong emotion, surprise, or reaction. They are a unique part of speech because they often stand alone and don’t fit into the grammatical structure of a sentence. Interjections can convey a range of emotions, such as happiness, sadness, anger, excitement, or surprise. They are typically followed by an exclamation mark (!) when written, although they can also be followed by a comma or period, depending on the context and the intensity of the emotion.
Interjections can be classified based on the emotions they express. Here are some common types:
These interjections express happiness or joy.
These interjections express surprise or shock.
These interjections express disgust or dislike.
These interjections express anger or frustration.
These interjections are used to greet someone.
These interjections express approval or praise.
These interjections express sorrow or sadness.
These interjections are used to grab someone’s attention.
Here are some examples of how interjections are used in sentences:
Interjections are a vibrant and expressive part of English grammar. They add color and emotion to language, helping to convey feelings quickly and effectively. By understanding and using interjections appropriately, you can enhance your communication and express emotions more vividly.
Whether you’re a beginner learning basic expressions or an advanced learner looking to add flair to your speech and writing, interjections are a valuable tool in your linguistic repertoire.
Here are 10 easy sentences with the interjections highlighted:
Here are 10 complex sentences with multiple interjections highlighted:
Here are 10 easy quiz questions on interjections with four answer options each and the correct answer provided:
Which of the following is an interjection expressing surprise?
Which interjection would you use to express joy?
Identify the interjection in the sentence: “Ouch! That really hurt.”
Which of these is NOT an interjection?
Choose the interjection that shows anger.
Which interjection would you use to get someone’s attention?
What is the interjection in this sentence: “Yay! We won the game!”
Identify the interjection used to express disgust.
Which interjection would be appropriate to express sorrow?
Which of the following interjections expresses relief?
Here is a medium difficulty quiz on interjections with four answer options each and the correct answer provided:
Which interjection would you use to express both surprise and admiration?
In the sentence “Oops, I didn’t mean to do that,” what is the function of the interjection?
Which interjection is most appropriate to use when someone makes a mistake?
Which of the following sentences contains an interjection expressing disbelief?
Identify the correct interjection to show frustration.
In the sentence “Wow, that movie was incredible!”, which word could replace “Wow” to keep the same meaning?
Which interjection would you use to greet someone in an informal setting?
Choose the interjection that would fit best in this context: “____, I passed the exam!”
Which interjection is used to express a sudden realization?
What interjection would be suitable in this sentence: “____, that was a close call.”
Here is an advanced quiz on interjections with four answer options each and the correct answer provided:
Which interjection is most appropriate to use in a situation of sudden disappointment?
Identify the function of the interjection in the sentence: “Bravo! That was a remarkable performance.”
In the sentence “Oh well, better luck next time,” what is the role of “Oh well”?
Which interjection would be most suitable to express a mixture of relief and exhaustion?
In the sentence “Ugh, I can’t believe I have to do this again,” what emotion is being conveyed?
Choose the correct interjection for expressing disbelief and amazement: “____, I never thought I’d see this day.”
Which interjection can express both pain and surprise?
In which context would “Eureka!” be the most appropriate interjection?
Which interjection would best fit in this sentence: “____, it’s finally over. I can rest now.”
Identify the interjection used to express sarcasm or disbelief in the sentence: “Yeah, right. Like that’s ever going to happen.”
