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What is hyperbole?

What is hyperbole?. Hyperbole means intentionally exaggerated figures of speech . They are used for humor and emphasis. . Example #1. The sun is blinding me!. Example #2. If I don’t go to that party, I’m going to die. Example #3. She cries more than any person in the world.

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What is hyperbole?

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  1. What is hyperbole? • Hyperbole means intentionally exaggerated figures of speech. • They are used for humor and emphasis.

  2. Example #1 • The sun is blinding me!

  3. Example #2 • If I don’t go to that party, I’m going to die.

  4. Example #3 • She cries more than any person in the world.

  5. Which one is a hyperbole? 1. This ice cream is really tasty. 2. This ice cream is the best ever.

  6. Which one is a hyperbole? 1. I love rock music. 2. Without rock music, I would fall apart.

  7. Which one is a hyperbole? 1. I’m really hungry. 2. I’m starving to death.

  8. Think about It • Write about a time you used hyperbole.

  9. Hyperbole and Alliteration • Listen to ShelShiverstein read his poem. • Work with a partner to highlight 10 hyperboles in one color and 15 examples of alliteration in a different color. • Then draw a picture to illustrate the poem.

  10. Independent Practice • Complete the page on the back side of your notes. Read the directions carefully.

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