Hyperbole and Personification

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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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What does hyperbole do?

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Hyperbole exaggerates for emphasis or effect.

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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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What does personification do?

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Personification gives human-like qualities to non-human things.

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Example of hyperbole: 'I was so hungry I could eat a horse.' What does this mean?

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This means the speaker is extremely hungry, using exaggeration to emphasize their hunger.

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Example of personification: 'The trees dressed up in red and gold.' What does this mean?

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This means the trees are described as if they can wear clothes, emphasizing the beauty of autumn.

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Is 'Time flies when you are having fun!' an example of hyperbole or personification?

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This is an example of personification, as it suggests time can fly like a bird.

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Is 'I have a million things to do today!' an example of hyperbole or personification?

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This is an example of hyperbole, as it exaggerates the number of tasks.

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Can hyperbole be used in everyday language?

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Yes, hyperbole is often used in everyday language for emphasis or humor.

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Can personification be found in literature?

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Yes, personification is commonly used in literature to create vivid imagery.