Interjections Class 6 Worksheet English Grammar

Instructions

• Attempt all questions.
• Write your answers in the space provided below each question.
• Word limit for short questions: 30-40 words
• Marks for each question are indicated in brackets.

Q.1. Multiple Choice Questions [1x5=5]
(i) Which of the following is an example of an interjection?
(a) And
(b) Yet
(c) Ouch
(d) If

Correct Answer is Option (c)

(ii) Interjections are used to express:
(a) Actions
(b)  Emotions
(c) Places
(d) Time

Correct Answer is Option (b)

(iii) What type of interjection is "Oh"?
(a) Joy
(b) Surprise
(c) Grief
(d) All of the above

Correct Answer is Option (d)

(iv) What type of interjection is "Yuck"?
(a) Disgust
(b) Grief
(c) Surprise
(d) Joy

Correct Answer is Option (a)

(v) Which of the following is not a function of an interjection?
(a) Express emotion
(b) Connect sentences
(c) Show agreement or disagreement
(d) None of the above

Correct Answer is Option (b)

Q.2. Answer the following questions in 30-40 words: [2x5=10]
(i) Define interjections and give two examples.

Interjections are words or phrases used to express strong emotions or reactions. They are usually short and are used alone or followed by an exclamation mark. Examples: Wow, Ouch.

(ii) What are some common emotions expressed by interjections?

Some common emotions expressed by interjections are joy, surprise, grief, disgust, and pain.

(iii) How are interjections different from other parts of speech?

Interjections are different from other parts of speech because they do not have any grammatical function in a sentence. They are used to convey emotions or reactions and are often punctuated with an exclamation mark.

(iv) List four examples of interjections expressing joy.

Examples of interjections expressing joy: Hurray, Yippee, Woo-hoo, Bravo.

(v) Can interjections be used in formal writing? Explain.

Interjections can be used in formal writing, but they should be used sparingly and only when appropriate. Using too many interjections can make the writing seem informal and unprofessional.

Q.3. Fill in the blank with an appropriate interjection [1x5=5]
(i)  ________! That was a close call.

Phew

(ii) ________! I can't believe I won the lottery.

Wow

(iii) ________! This cake tastes terrible.

Yuck

(iv) ________! I didn't expect to see you here.

Oh

(v) ________! I'm so sorry for your loss.

Alas

Q.4. Match the interjections with their emotions [1x5=5]

1. c. Surprise
2. d. Joy
3. a. Disgust
4. e. Embarrassment
5. b. Grief

Q.5. State whether the following statements are true or false [1x5=5]
(i) Interjections are used to convey emotions or reactions.

True

(ii) Interjections always need a subject and a verb.

False

(iii) "Wow" is an interjection expressing surprise.

True

(iv) Interjections can be used without any punctuation.

False

(v) "But" is an example of an interjection.

False

Q.6. Find out the interjection words from the following sentences given below.
(i) Wow! You were looking great in the party.

Wow

(ii) Bah! I can’t believe you have stolen my phone.

Bah

(iii) Stop! You should always wear a seat belt when riding a car.

Stop

(iv) Hi, I’m glad that you invited me on your party.

Hi

(v) Bravo! This is the best performance that I have ever seen.

Bravo

(vi) Hmm, where I put my mobile and wallet?

Hmm

(vii) Yippee, The soup was very tasty.

Yippee