Why is the following an example of a hyperbole:
"I was so embarrassed I wanted to die!"
A. Because it is a statement involving embarassment.
B. Because it is a statement involving death.
C. Because no one would really be so embarassed that they would choose death.
D. Because the author acctually dies later in the story.

Question

Why is the following an example of a hyperbole:
"I was so embarrassed I wanted to die!"
	A.	Because it is a statement involving embarassment.
	B.	Because it is a statement involving death.
	C.	Because no one would really be so embarassed that they would choose death.
	D.	Because the author acctually dies later in the story.

darrenmadx · Answer

C.Because no one would really be so embarrassed that they would choose death.

darrenmadx · Answer

you have to remember that a hyperbole is an exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally