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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 had a ton of chores!" is an example of hyperbole.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Is personification a type of figurative language?

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No, this statement is false. Personification is indeed a type of figurative language.

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Provide an example of personification.

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"The wind whispered through the trees" is an example of personification.

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What does it mean when something is described as 'not hyperbole'?

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It means the statement is literal and not an exaggerated expression.

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Identify whether this is hyperbole or not: "I was so hungry I could eat a horse."

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This is hyperbole.

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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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Identify the figurative language in this sentence: "It's so cold outside today, polar bears needed jackets."

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This is hyperbole.

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Is the statement "His new car was as fast as my dad's truck" an example of hyperbole?

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No, this statement is not hyperbole.