1.2.6 - Hyperbole: Exaggeration for Emphasis
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What does 'I've told you a million times' mean in hyperbolic terms?
💡 Hint: Think about the emotional content of repeating something.
Can hyperbole be used in everyday speech?
💡 Hint: Consider common phrases that exaggerate emotion.
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What is hyperbole?
💡 Hint: Think about the core idea behind exaggeration.
True or False: Hyperbolic statements are always intended to be taken literally.
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of hyperbole.
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Compose a poem using hyperbole to express a strong emotion about an experience.
💡 Hint: Use your imagination to push the boundaries of your feelings.
Explain how hyperbole can function differently across various cultures in poetry.
💡 Hint: Consider what might be considered funny or serious exaggeration in different cultures.
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