Hyperbole/Understatement

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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. It is used for emphasis or effect.

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What is Understatement?

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Understatement is a figure of speech in which a situation is made to seem less important or serious than it is. It often involves downplaying the significance of something.

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Example of Hyperbole: 'I have a million things to do today.' What does this mean?

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This is an exaggerated statement indicating that the speaker feels overwhelmed with tasks, not that they literally have a million things to do.

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Example of Understatement: 'It's a bit chilly today.' What does this imply?

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This downplays the actual coldness of the day, suggesting it might be much colder than just 'a bit chilly'.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The noise was so loud it shook the earth.'

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Hyperbole.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The ocean has a decent amount of water in it.'

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Understatement.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'I have killed a thousand mosquitoes since morning.'

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Hyperbole.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Pluto can get as cold as -400F at night.'

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Understatement.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'He is a PhD in Mathematics and knows a thing or two about arithmetic.'

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Understatement.

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How does Hyperbole enhance writing?

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Hyperbole enhances writing by creating strong imagery and emphasizing emotions or situations, making them more memorable.