Question

PLS HELP!! Every minute lasted an hour as I sat next to my patient and watched him struggle for air.

–"Rain Forest Doctor"

What is the meaning of the hyperbole?

Time moved slowly because they were worried and in a hurry.
Time moved quickly because the helicopter was fast.
It took them over an hour to get to the hospital.
It took them only a couple of minutes to reach the hospital.

Answer 1

Literal language

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Answer choice D

Answer 2

I think it means that the author uses specific words and phrases that exaggerate and overemphasize the basic crux of the statement in order to produce a grander , more noticeable effect . The purpose of hyperbole is to create a larger-than-life effect and overly stress a specific point.

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