Question

Which of these figures of speech are examples of hyperbole? Select the two correct answers. (1 point)

📝 Answer Choices
[ ] The cat's green eyes were two glowing lanterns at the top of the staircase.

[ ] You risk all you have when you refuse to take the necessary risks.

[ ] There were two billion emails waiting in my inbox when I returned from vacation.

[ ] The Ranch House on Oak Street has to be the worst restaurant in the universe.

[ ] With thousands of stories, the library is definitely the tallest building in town.

Answer 1

Correct answers:

- There were two billion emails waiting in my inbox when I returned from vacation. (exaggerated number)
- The Ranch House on Oak Street has to be the worst restaurant in the universe. (extreme, unrealistic claim)