Hyperbole and Irony

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What is hyperbole?

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

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Provide an example of hyperbole.

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

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What is irony?

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

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Provide an example of irony.

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

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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?

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

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How does hyperbole differ from literal language?

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

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What are the three types of irony?

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

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What is verbal irony?

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Verbal irony is when a speaker says one thing but means another, often the opposite.

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

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What is dramatic irony?

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Dramatic irony is when the audience knows something that the characters do not.