Hyperbole Practice

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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Give an example of hyperbole.

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"I'm so tired I could sleep for a year."

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True or False: Hyperbole is a form of figurative language.

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True

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What does the hyperbole "I have a million things to do today" imply?

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It implies that there is a lot to do today, not literally a million things.

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Identify if the following is a hyperbole: "Her head was full of ideas that it was ready to pop wide open."

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Yes, it is a hyperbole.

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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?

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To create emphasis, humor, or to convey strong feelings.

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Is the statement "The fall leaves are a billion different colors" a hyperbole?

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Yes, it is a hyperbole.

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What is a common effect of hyperbole in storytelling?

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It can make descriptions more vivid and engaging.

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True or False: Hyperbole can be used in everyday conversation.

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True

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What does the hyperbole "I am so hungry I could eat a horse" mean?

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It means the person is very hungry, not that they would actually eat a horse.