Hyperbole, Hyperbole!

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What is hyperbole?

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

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True or False: The statement, 'I am so hungry I can eat a slice of pie' is a hyperbole.

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False

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True or False: The statement, 'I am so hungry, I could eat a horse' is a hyperbole.

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True

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What does the hyperbole, 'I have a million things to do today' mean?

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There is a lot to do today.

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Which of these is a hyperbole? 'They lived in a small cabin in the woods.' 'The boy was taller than the Eiffel tower.' 'Jackson was eating a bite-sized candy bar.' 'The moon is overwhelmingly beautiful tonight.'

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The boy was taller than the Eiffel tower.

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What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing?

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To create emphasis or a dramatic effect.

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Give an example of a hyperbole.

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I'm so tired I could sleep for a year.

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How does hyperbole differ from literal language?

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Hyperbole is exaggerated and not meant to be taken literally, while literal language means exactly what it says.

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Identify the hyperbole: 'I've told you a million times.'

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This statement exaggerates the number of times something has been said.

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What effect does hyperbole have on the reader?

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It can make descriptions more vivid and engaging.