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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