Understanding Hyperbole and Irony

Teacher Kim introduces grade 6 students to hyperbole and irony, explaining these figurative language concepts with examples. The lesson includes an interactive quiz to reinforce understanding, followed by a recap and conclusion. Students learn to identify hyperbolic and ironic statements, enhancing their comprehension of figurative language.

Can you climb a mango tree?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• Not sure

Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?

• The sun is shining

• She is as quiet as a mouse

• I can eat a horse

• The cat is on the mat

What is hyperbole?

• A comparison using 'like' or 'as'

• A direct comparison

• An exaggeration

• A type of irony

Which statement is an example of irony?

• The book is interesting

• The sky is blue

• She runs fast

• A fire station burns down

What type of irony is it when the audience knows something the characters do not?

• Verbal irony

• Situational irony

• Dramatic irony

• Literal irony

Which of the following is an example of situational irony?

• A fast runner

• A cat chasing a mouse

• A sunny day

• A pilot afraid of heights

Identify the hyperbole: 'Her smile was a mile wide.'

• Her smile was very wide

• Her smile was small

• Her smile was average

• She was not smiling

What is the purpose of using hyperbole in literature?

• To make a statement more dramatic or amusing

• To confuse the reader

• To provide factual information

• To compare two things

Which of the following sentences is ironic?

• The biggest dog is named Tiny

• The cat is sleeping

• The sun is hot

• The book is long

What is the main difference between hyperbole and irony?

• Irony is always funny, hyperbole is not

• Both are the same

• Hyperbole is an exaggeration, irony is a contrast

• Hyperbole is a comparison, irony is an exaggeration