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Learning hyperbole, definitions and examples

Quiz by Omar Gil

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  • Q1
    What is hyperbole?
    A statement that is meant to be taken exactly as it is said
    A statement that means the opposite of what it appears to mean
    An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally
    A statement that is only true in certain situations
    30s
  • Q2
    Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?
    I am so tired I could sleep for a week
    I am starving, I haven't eaten in hours
    I have told you a million times to clean your room!
    I will not go to bed until I finish this book
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the purpose of hyperbole in writing?
    To confuse the reader with unnecessary language
    To add emphasis and create a more vivid image
    To make the writer sound more intelligent
    To avoid using straightforward language
    30s
  • Q4
    Which of the following is NOT an example of hyperbole?
    I am so hungry I could eat a horse
    The sun is as hot as the surface of the sun
    The cat is black
    I have a million things to do today
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the difference between hyperbole and exaggeration?
    Hyperbole is intentional, while exaggeration is accidental
    Exaggeration is intentional, while hyperbole is accidental
    There is no difference, they mean the same thing
    30s
  • Q6
    Which of the following is an example of hyperbole in a song?
    I like pizza
    The sky is blue
    I am a rockstar
    I will always love you
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the effect of using hyperbole in writing?
    To make the writing more interesting and engaging
    To make the writing seem more serious and academic
    To make the writing seem less believable
    To confuse the reader and make them lose interest
    30s
  • Q8
    What is the origin of the word hyperbole?
    Greek
    English
    Latin
    French
    30s
  • Q9
    Which of the following is an example of hyperbole in a movie?
    The car exploded
    I don't like that guy
    The sun is shining
    <span style="color: rgb(189, 193, 198); font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; text-align: left; background-color: rgb(32, 33, 36);">To infinity and beyond!</span>
    30s
  • Q10
    Which of the following is NOT a synonym for hyperbole?
    Overstatement
    Understatement
    Magnification
    Exaggeration
    30s
  • Q11
    What is the difference between hyperbole and exaggeration?
    There is no difference, they mean the same thing
    Exaggeration is intentional, while hyperbole is accidental
    Hyperbole is intentional, while exaggeration is accidental
    Hyperbole is a literary device, while exaggeration is not
    30s

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