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What is an interjection

Interjections demonstrate emotion and are usually separated from the rest of the sentence by an exclamation point, and sometimes by a comma if the emotion is less stressed.

Some examples would be:

  • Darn! I missed the ball.
  • Shoot, we're going to be late.

Often, most often, it begins the sentence, but this is not a hard, fast rule.

Which of the following definitions best describes a topic sentence

The sentence that introduces the paragraph's main idea


a sentence that introduces the subject of the paragraph.
What are the three parts of an example paragraph

The topic sentence, the body with supporting sentences, and the clincher sentence

Why do you need supporting sentences in the body of illustration paragraph

To support your answer. It shows the reader why you chose to write about this.

What sentence is the best example of a topic sentence in a paragraph about pet ownership

A topic sentence in a paragraph about pet ownership should be a lead-in to what the paragraph is about. An example of a topic sentence is, Pet ownership is a great responsibility, but the rewards are worth it.

What is the reason master storytellers use concrete nouns and active verbs

Concrete nouns and active verbs create a more powerful effect in quality writing.

Which for the following would be a good topic sentence for an illustration paragraph

Ernest Henry Shackleton was known as a brave explorer who was also cautious and wise when he traveled.

What is the best definition of an example paragraph

A paragraph that introduces a subject in the topic sentence and gives three examples of the subject in the body

What part of the Constitution is the basis for this diagram

The necessary and proper clause

(I think don't quote me-)

Which of these powers is reserved for state governments

Setting up public schools ~ apex.

What was the situation before The Supreme Court's decision in the McCulloch v. Maryland case

It wasn't clear whether state laws could inferfere with federal laws

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