Writing

Goals

  • review the function of an interjection
  • read a piece of non-fiction writing and determine important information

The Learning Task

An interjection is a part of speech that is usually an abrupt remark, or exclamation especially as a part of speech (ah!, dear me!)

The interjection eh-as in “I know, eh?” is popularly considered to be a marker of Canadian speech. Eh in Canadian usage is a request for repetition or to mark a question.

Your turn! Read about the 10 popular functions of eh in Canada that make it a true Canadianism. Try to work this special interjection into conversations with people in your home today.

Daily task! Don’t forget to engage with your Writer’s Notebook: Creating a Place for Reflection

Note: please see the information in this lesson for guidance.