Interjections!

Yay! :)

Let's think...what is an interjection? Share your thoughts below.

What is an interjection?

-The word "interjection" comes from

the Latin words "between" (inter)

and "to throw" (jacĕre).

-Interjections are "thrown" in between

sentences to express a

sudden feeling.

-Usually, interjections are used to

express surprise.

-Interjections usually stand alone

with an exclamation point or a period

(if the feeling is not as strong.)

-If used in a sentence, a comma

separates an interjection from the

rest of the sentence.

Example: Wow, I didn't see that coming.

Interjections are "thrown" in between sentences to show a sudden feeling.

answer choices

True

False

Which would be an interjection you might used if you felt surprised?

answer choices

Sorry.

Wow!

Hey!

Oh, no.