Hyperbole and Personification Review

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What is a hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally.

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What is personification?

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Giving human characteristics to non-human things.

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Provide an example of hyperbole.

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The boy was taller than Earth.

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What human characteristic is given in the phrase: 'The wind whistled a happy tune'?

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Whistling.

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What human characteristic is given in the phrase: 'Her headband angrily slapped Mrs. Brennan'?

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Slapping.

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How does hyperbole differ from literal statements?

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Hyperbole is an exaggeration, while literal statements are factual and straightforward.

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Can personification be used in poetry?

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Yes, personification is often used in poetry to create vivid imagery.

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What effect does hyperbole have on writing?

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It emphasizes a point or creates a dramatic effect.

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Identify a common use of personification in literature.

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Describing nature, such as saying 'the sun smiled down on us'.

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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in everyday language?

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To express strong emotions or create humor.