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7 Cards in this Set
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4 characteristics of tall tales
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1. exaggeration
2. larger than life character 3. problems solved in a humorous (funny) or outrageous (crazy) way 4. characters use everyday language |
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hyperbole
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exaggeration (more than it really is)
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steamdrill
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A large engine powered by steam to drill holes through rock.
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outhammer
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Out do a machine
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boulder
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Large rock
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commotion
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A lot of noise and disorder
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sledgehammer
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Very large hammer used for breaking boulders
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