To Kill a Mockingbird

What is the author’s purpose for using hyperbole in Jem’s explanation that “it was not until one reached the sixth grade that one learned anything of value”?

What is the author's purpise for using the hyperbole in Jem's explanation as stated in the question.

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In using this example of hyperbole, the author is delving into Jem's budding maturity.... the changes in the way he sees things, and his loss of innocence.

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