Name: _________________________ Date: ______________
Explaining Hyperbole Worksheet
Hyperbole is exaggerated statements not meant to be taken literally. It
is an extreme exaggeration used to make a point or create humor.
Directions: Each sentence given below contains hyperbole. On the lines
provided, write what you think that hyperbole means.
Example A- That was the easiest test ever!
Answer- The person thinks the test was easy and they did well.
1. My birthday will never come!
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2. Let’s be best friends forever.
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3. I had so many chores to do.
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4. I have a mega amount of homework to do.
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5. I am hungry as a horse.
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6. I am so happy I could jump off a horse.
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