Interjections

An interjection is a word that expresses strong feeling or emotion:

◗ An interjection usually comes at the beginning of the sentence.
◗ An interjection is often followed by an exclamation point (!) when the emotion is         stronger a comma (,) when the emotion is mild.

◗ Do not overuse interjections. Include one when you want to make your point. If    you use too many interjections, your writing loses its power and effectiveness.

◗   Here are some common interjections:

Aw                      Bravo                      Darn                    Dear me
Eek                      Eh                         Gee                     Golly
Goodness           gracious                 Gosh                 Hallelujah Hey
Horrors                Hurrah                 Hurray                 Mmm
Oh                      Oh no                    Oops                  Ouch
Phew                   Rats                       Really                  Ugh
Well                     Whoa                   Whoops              Wow
Yea                      Yeh                        Yes                   Yippee

WRITING TIP

                        Interjections express emotion. Do not overuse this part of speech, which generally is found in dialogue.

With Great Feeling!!! (Interjections) 

Write an appropriate interjection for each of the following sentences in the space provided.

1. ! I smashed my finger with the hammer.
2. , all right, Nick.
3. ! We have finally beaten that team!
4. , take it easy, Reggie!
5. , I think we better look over this paper immediately.
6. , I forgot to take out the garbage this morning.
7. ! The tickets for his concert are incredibly expensive!
8. ! You did so well in tonight’s school play!
9. ! You have no right to say that to him!
10. , now I see what you are trying to say.
11. . I am not very keen on that idea.
12. , what did Mike say about his tryout?
13. ! Does your hand still hurt from the accident?
14. ! Get away from my new car, kid!
15. , this food is absolutely delicious!