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 am so hungry, I could eat for days."

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

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It means the statement is a factual or realistic expression without exaggeration.

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Identify if this is hyperbole: "It was so cold, I saw polar bears wearing jackets."

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Yes, this is hyperbole.

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Identify if this is hyperbole: "Sam's mom will be upset if he does not get home soon."

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No, this is not hyperbole.

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How can you tell if a statement is hyperbole?

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Look for extreme exaggeration that cannot be true.

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Is this a hyperbole? "My house was as hot as 10,000 suns!"

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Yes, this is hyperbole.

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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?

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To create emphasis or to make a strong impression.

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Is this a hyperbole? "I could sleep for an hour."

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No, this is not hyperbole.

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What effect does hyperbole have on the reader?

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It can make the writing more vivid and engaging.