Hyperbole Flashcard

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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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Identify the sentence that contains hyperbole: 'I've told you a million times to clean your room.'

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This sentence contains hyperbole because 'a million times' is an exaggeration.

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Which of the following does NOT contain hyperbole? 'The sun is shining brightly.'

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This sentence does not contain hyperbole; it is a straightforward description.

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What is an example of hyperbole?

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Ethan’s smile is a mile wide.

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What do hyperboles do?

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Hyperboles exaggerate for emphasis or effect.

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Identify the type of figurative language: 'The backpack weighs a ton.'

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This is hyperbole because it exaggerates the weight of the backpack.

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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?

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To create emphasis, humor, or a dramatic effect.

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True or False: Hyperbole can be used to make a point more memorable.

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True.

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What is the opposite of hyperbole?

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Understatement, which minimizes the importance of something.

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Identify the figurative language: 'My brother is a walking encyclopedia.'

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This is a metaphor, not hyperbole.