Question

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seabiscuit was a famous racehorse in the 1930s and 1940s. he was smaller than other racehorses and his legs were not as long. however, he was the fastest horse in the universe and ended up becoming a champion.
the underlined figure of speech is a hyperbole
the reader can infer that seabiscuit’s speed was unpredictable.

Explanation:

1. For the first question: The phrase "the fastest horse in the universe" exaggerates Seabiscuit's speed to an extreme, unrealistic degree, which is the definition of hyperbole.
2. For the second question: The text notes Seabiscuit was smaller with shorter legs than other racehorses, yet he became a champion due to his exceptional speed. This implies his speed was surprisingly great despite his physical disadvantages, not unpredictable. The correct inference is that his speed was unexpectedly extraordinary for his build, but since the given option is being validated, the correct inference aligns with recognizing his speed was remarkable enough to make him a champion.

1. Hyperbole is extreme exaggeration, which fits the phrase.
2. The text states Seabiscuit was smaller with shorter legs but became a champion because of his speed, so we can infer his speed was surprisingly exceptional for his physical build.

1. The phrase uses extreme, unrealistic exaggeration.
2. The text contrasts his small build with his championship win, showing his speed was remarkably great.

Answer:

1. The underlined figure of speech is: a hyperbole
2. The reader can infer that: Seabiscuit's speed was extraordinary enough to make him a champion (note: if we correct the provided option, the most accurate inference is that his speed was surprisingly great despite his smaller size; if we work with the intent, the valid answer for the inference is that his exceptional speed led to his championship, but based on the text, the option provided "Seabiscuit's speed was unpredictable" is incorrect, the correct inference is that his speed was remarkably fast despite his physical traits, leading to his champion status)

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