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Question
What are interjections? explain with some examples.
Solution
An interjection is a word that expresses a sudden feeling or emotion. Interjections can express joy, grief, surprise, pain, approval, etc.
- Hurrah! We have won the game. (Joy)
- Ouch! That hurt. (Pain)
- Wow! What a nice picture! (Approval)
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