The following is an example of a hyperbole: The moon was high, all were fast asleep, and the whole world was at peace.

Question

 

Which answer best explains why this is a hyperbole?

(3 points)
Responses

It is an understatement because the moon was much higher that night than other nights.
It is an understatement because the moon was much higher that night than other nights.

It is a direct comparison.
It is a direct comparison.

It is an exaggeration because it overstates the entire world being at peace.
It is an exaggeration because it overstates the entire world being at peace.

It repeats the consonant sound of "w."

Answer 1

The best answer that explains why this is a hyperbole is:

It is an exaggeration because it overstates the entire world being at peace.

This response accurately identifies the nature of hyperbole as an exaggeration to emphasize a point, in this case, the idea that the entire world is at peace, which is an unlikely scenario.