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WAEC Literature in English 2013 Objective — Question 5

Question 5 of 45 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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A hyperbole is also referred to as a

  • A. irony
  • B. paradox
  • C. exaggerationCorrect
  • D. understatement

Explanation

A hyperbole is also referred to as exaggeration. In other words, a hyperbole is known as an overstatement. Examples of Hyperbole: 'He could defeat any wrestler in the world.' / 'He can eat the whole world.'

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