Hyperbole, Hyperbole!
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English
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7th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a hyperbole?
Back
An exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Select the statement that features a hyperbole: Grandmother is older than the hills.
Back
This statement is an example of hyperbole because it exaggerates the age of the grandmother.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Select the statement that is NOT a hyperbole: The brick mansion is as grand as the castles in England.
Back
This statement is a simile, comparing the mansion to castles without exaggeration.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
True or False: The statement, 'Mary is feeling under the weather today' is a hyperbole.
Back
False. This is an idiomatic expression, not an exaggeration.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the hyperbole, 'I have a million things to do today' mean?
Back
There is a lot to do today.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?
Back
To create emphasis or a dramatic effect.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a hyperbole.
Back
I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.
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