Worksheet 1: Introduction to Secondary Interjections

Practice using conversational interjections to add tone and manage conversation flow. Click below to print or save as a PDF.

Worksheet 1: Introduction to Secondary Interjections

Name: _________________________   Date: _________________________

1. Matching Functions

Draw a line to match the secondary interjection on the left with its most common function on the right.

Interjection Function
1. Oh...A. To change the subject
2. Anyway...B. To express strong agreement
3. Well...C. To show realization or surprise
4. Indeed...D. To correct information
5. Actually...E. To show hesitation or introduce a point

2. Fill in the Blanks

Complete each sentence with the most appropriate secondary interjection from the word bank.

Word Bank: Well | Oh | Indeed | Anyway | Actually

  1. , I think you should reconsider your decision.
  2. , now I understand what you mean!
  3. The movie was, , one of the best I have ever seen.
  4. , to get back to my original point, the project is due Friday.
  5. I thought the meeting was at 10 AM, but it's at 11 AM.

3. Sentence Writing

Write your own sentence using the secondary interjection "however" to introduce a contrasting point.

Your Sentence: __________________________________________________

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