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Exclamation Point
Use an exclamation point after exclamations. Here are some examples of exclamations:
Delight: Wow! This is the easiest rule on the entire CD!
Urgency: Please help me! Watch out!
Anger: Shut up!
Surprise: This is amazing! I can't believe it!
Distress: Oh, no! this can't be happening!
Excitement: Mario scored six goals last night!
Intensity: I love you!
Loud noises: Crash! Bang! Boom!
Strong commands: Halt! Don't move an inch!
Go to The Guide to Grammar and Writing section on Exclamation Points.