Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. The word etymology refers to the study of insects. 
2. Repetition in public speaking can mean repeating words, phrases, or even entire sentences. 
3. The term "alliteration" means that the sentences in your presentation rhyme. 
4. The word "hyperbole" refers to someone who is easily excited. 
5. Scholars who study words and messages are known as abstractionists. 


1. False
2. True
3. False
4. False
5. False

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