What is hyperbole?
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 if the following is a hyperbole: 'I have a million things to do today.'
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Yes, this is a hyperbole.
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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?
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Hyperbole is used to create emphasis, evoke strong feelings, or create a dramatic effect.
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Provide an example of hyperbole.
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'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'
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Is the statement 'He runs faster than the wind' a hyperbole?
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Yes, it is a hyperbole.
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What is the difference between hyperbole and metaphor?
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Hyperbole is an exaggeration for emphasis, while a metaphor is a direct comparison between two unlike things.
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Identify if the following is a hyperbole: 'This bag weighs a ton.'
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Yes, this is a hyperbole.
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