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.

Answer 1

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

Answer 2

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