What is the primary purpose of using hyperbole in writing or speech?

To emphasize a point through exaggeration

Provide an original example of hyperbole not used in the video. Your example should exaggerate a common situation or feeling.

Answers will vary but should include a clear exaggeration. For example: "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse."

Explain the difference between hyperbole and a lie. How does the intent of the speaker or writer differ in each case?

Hyperbole is used for emphasis or effect and is not meant to deceive, while a lie is a deliberate attempt to mislead.

Identify the hyperbole in the following sentence: "I've told you a million times to clean your room!"

"A million times" is the hyperbole.

How does the effective use of hyperbole impact the tone of a piece of writing?

Effective hyperbole can create a humorous, dramatic, or emphatic tone.

What is Hyperbole?

Name: What is Hyperbole?
Author: Insta~Lesson

12th Grade · ELA · 45 min· Standard

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I can analyze the use of hyperbole in literature and its effect on meaning.

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Figurative language says one thing but means another.
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A simile is a comparison between two things that uses the words like or as.
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Hyperbole is a type of figurative language that uses exaggeration to express emphasis and importance.

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