Hyperbole or Not??

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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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Give an example of hyperbole.

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"I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!"

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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?

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Hyperbole is used to create emphasis or to convey strong feelings.

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Is the statement 'I want to be best friends forever!' a hyperbole?

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Yes, it is an example of hyperbole.

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Is the statement 'My apartment cost $500.00 a month for rent.' a hyperbole?

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No, it is a factual statement and not an exaggeration.

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What does it mean if a statement is 'not a hyperbole'?

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It means the statement is literal and can be taken at face value.

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Is the statement 'I walked a mile around the school today.' a hyperbole?

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No, it is a literal statement.

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Is the statement 'That automobile is as fast as my pick-up truck.' a hyperbole?

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No, it is a comparison and not an exaggeration.

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Give an example of a statement that is not a hyperbole.

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"The cat is on the mat."

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Is the statement 'My house was as hot as 10,000 suns!' a hyperbole?

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Yes, it is an exaggerated statement.