The following is an example of a hyperbole: The moon was high, all were fast asleep, and the whole world was at peace. 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 explaining why the statement is a hyperbole is: It is an exaggeration because it overstates the entire world being at peace. Hyperbole involves extreme exaggeration for emphasis or effect, and claiming that "the whole world was at peace" is an exaggeration that is not literally true, hence qualifying it as hyperbole.