According to their origin myth, the how did Kiowa enter the world how? The phrase, "No one, not even the rain, has such small hands," illustrates what literary device?
1 Answer
The Kiowas came one by one into the world through a hollow log. It could be an allusion (if no specific subject is mentioned earlier) or hyperbole.
Explanation:
From a Kiowa:
https://public.wsu.edu/~delahoyd/momaday.html
Allusion:
An allusion is a figure of speech whereby the author refers to a subject matter such as a place, event, or literary work by way of a passing reference. It is up to the reader to make a connection to the subject being mentioned.
Hyperbole:
A hyperbole is a literary device wherein the author uses specific words and phrases that exaggerate and overemphasize the basic crux of the statement in order to produce a grander, more noticeable effect. The purpose of hyperbole is to create a larger-than-life effect and overly stress a specific point. Such sentences usually convey an action or sentiment that is generally not practically/ realistically possible or plausible but helps emphasize an emotion.
http://literary-devices.com/
