Question

which sentence is an example of hyperbole? a. we had mile - high ice cream cones for dessert. b. his words were as soft as the petals of a flower. c. the group of children raced through the store. d. the cars waited impatiently for the light to change.

Explanation:

Hyperbole is extreme, intentional exaggeration for effect. Option A uses "mile-high" to exaggerate the size of the ice cream cones, which fits the definition. Option B is a simile, Option C is a literal description, and Option D is personification.

Answer:

A. We had mile-high ice cream cones for dessert.