Question

Read the passage carefully and paraphrases the underlined words/phrases. (2)
I like the poem for the very reason that anyone else would like it for its humour. I also like
the poem because the poet balances the exaggeration with seemingly convincing logic.

Answer 1

Answer:

Exaggeration:-  He is notorious for his wilful exaggeration, both in narrative and numerical statements.

Convincing:- They convinced us of their innocence. I managed to convince myself that I was doing the right thing.