Question

which literary term refers to exaggerated statements not meant to be taken literally? metaphor hyperbole simile personification

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each literary term:

• Metaphor: Makes a direct comparison without "like" or "as", not about exaggeration.
• Hyperbole: Is defined as an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally (e.g., "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse").
• Simile: Compares using "like" or "as", not about exaggeration.
• Personification: Gives human traits to non - human things, not about exaggeration.

Answer:

B. Hyperbole