Hyperbole and Oxymoron

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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 an elephant."

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What is an oxymoron?

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An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which two contradictory terms are combined, creating a unique expression.

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Give an example of an oxymoron.

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"Deafening silence" is an example of an oxymoron.

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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?

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Hyperbole is used to create emphasis, evoke strong feelings, or create a humorous effect.

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What is the difference between hyperbole and an oxymoron?

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Hyperbole is an exaggeration for effect, while an oxymoron combines contradictory terms.

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Which of the following is a hyperbole? "She is the prettiest woman in the entire universe."

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This statement is an example of hyperbole.

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Which word would create an oxymoron if you added it to the word 'jumbo'?

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The word 'shrimp' would create the oxymoron 'jumbo shrimp'.

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What does the term 'figurative language' mean?

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Figurative language refers to words or expressions that convey a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

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What is an example of figurative language that is not hyperbole or oxymoron?

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Metaphor is an example of figurative language that is not hyperbole or oxymoron.