Hyperbole and Irony

Hyperbole and Irony

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English

4th - 6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is hyperbole?

Back

Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Provide an example of hyperbole.

Back

An example of hyperbole is: 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is irony?

Back

Irony is a rhetorical device or figure of speech in which the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Provide an example of irony.

Back

An example of irony is: 'A post on Facebook complaining how useless Facebook is.'

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?

Back

The purpose of using hyperbole is to create emphasis or a dramatic effect.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does hyperbole differ from literal language?

Back

Hyperbole differs from literal language in that it is not meant to be taken literally, while literal language conveys exact meanings.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three types of irony?

Back

The three types of irony are verbal irony, situational irony, and dramatic irony.

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