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What does the interjection 'wow' in the first example indicate?
Surprise
How does the interjection 'huh' function in the second example?
To show confusion
What is an onomatopoeia?
A word that sounds like what it means
How are onomatopoeias used in writing?
To create vivid imagery through sound words
Which punctuation mark is typically used after an interjection to express strong emotion?
Exclamation point
What does the interjection 'stop' followed by an exclamation point suggest?
'Stop' used as a command with urgency
Which of the following is a common use of a comma in punctuating an interjection?
Providing a pause after the interjection
'Oh, I misspelled that word.' What does the comma after 'oh' indicate?
'Oh' expresses mild surprise or realization
'Huh? I didn't hear that.' What does the question mark after 'huh' suggest?
'Huh?' expresses confusion or request for repetition
'Cool, I didn't know you had that talent.' How is the interjection 'cool' being used here?
'Cool' indicates approval or positive surprise
Learn about interjections, which are words or short phrases used to express strong emotions in a sentence. Explore how interjections differ from other types of speech and how they can be used in writing.
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