What is hyperbole?(1 point)
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a figure of speech that uses two words with opposite or conflicting meanings to create an effect
a figure of speech that uses two words with opposite or conflicting meanings to create an effect
a figure of speech that that gives human characteristics or traits to an inanimate object to create imagery
a figure of speech that that gives human characteristics or traits to an inanimate object to create imagery
a description that uses extreme exaggeration to make a point about something
a description that uses extreme exaggeration to make a point about something
a description that makes something seem smaller or less significant than it is
a description that makes something seem smaller or less significant than it is
a description that uses extreme exaggeration to make a point about something
Correct! A hyperbole is a figure of speech that uses extreme exaggeration to emphasize a point or create a strong impression.
The correct answer is:
a description that uses extreme exaggeration to make a point about something.
Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves extreme exaggeration or overstatement. It is used to emphasize a point or create emphasis by making something appear larger or more significant than it actually is. For example, if someone says "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse," they are using hyperbole to express their extreme hunger. To identify hyperbole in a sentence or text, look for statements that use exaggerated language or unrealistic comparisons.