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Problem 15 - Entrance Test

The following sentence contains an example of hyperbole. Choose the best revision to eliminate the hyperbole. "I'm so hungry I could eat a whole elephant." The best revision is

Correct: B

The original sentence contains an example of hyperbole, as it exaggerates the speaker's hunger by saying they could eat a whole elephant. The best revision to eliminate the hyperbole is choice B, which replaces the exaggeration with a more literal and realistic statement. This revision maintains the original meaning of the sentence while avoiding the hyperbole. Choice A is incorrect, as it is too vague and does not convey the same level of hunger as the original sentence. Choice C is incorrect, as it is still somewhat exaggerated. Choice D is incorrect, as it changes the tone of the sentence to be more urgent and dramatic.