Hyperbole (Exaggeration) vs. Understatement

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Hyperbole (Exaggeration) vs. Understatement Figurative Language Hyperbole (Exaggeration) vs. Understatement

Hyperbole

Understatement

ACTIVITY “Curses! I've gone to Hell! How unfortunate!” Old-Timey Strong Bad, Homestar Runner Create your own Travel Comic—In small groups, share any humorous experiences you've had traveling. Then convey your experiences in the form of comic-strip drawings. Hyperbole and Understatement can add humor to a story. Therefore, use one of the two techniques in your comic.