Hyperbole, Hyperbole!

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What is a hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally.

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True or False: The statement, 'I am so hungry, I could eat a horse' is a hyperbole.

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True

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What is the exaggeration in the following sentence called? 'I am so tired, I can sleep for a year straight.'

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hyperbole

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Select the statement that features a hyperbole: 'Kaliyah went to Six Flags recently.' 'Grandmother is older than the hills.' 'Outside was extremely cold.' 'Chips and guacamole are so delicious.'

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Grandmother is older than the hills.

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What does the hyperbole, 'I have a million things to do today' mean?

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There is a lot to do today.

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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?

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To create emphasis or a dramatic effect.

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Give an example of a hyperbole.

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'I'm so tired I could sleep for a week.'

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What literary device is often confused with hyperbole?

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Simile, which is a comparison using 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify the hyperbole in this sentence: 'This bag weighs a ton.'

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The exaggeration is that the bag does not literally weigh a ton.

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How can hyperbole enhance storytelling?

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It can make descriptions more vivid and engaging.