Question

what literary device is used when whitney tells rainsford that \even cannibals wouldnt live on such a godforsaken place\? standard: ela.10.rl.4 - analyze the cumulative impact of word choice and literary devices on meaning and tone. irony simile hyperbole foreshadowing

Explanation:

Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally. Saying "even cannibals wouldn't live on such a godforsaken place" is an extreme exaggeration to emphasize how uninhabitable the place seems. It's not irony as there's no contrast between what is said and what is expected. It's not a simile as there's no comparison using "like" or "as". It's not foreshadowing as it doesn't hint at future events.

Answer:

C. Hyperbole