Personifcation

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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Is 'The moon smiled at the earth' an example of personification?

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Yes, because the moon is given the human ability to smile.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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Is 'The leaves fell to the ground' an example of personification?

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No, this sentence does not give human qualities to the leaves.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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Is 'The dog laughed at the dancing cat' an example of personification?

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Yes, because the dog is given the human ability to laugh.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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Is 'The tiny bee flew from flower to flower' an example of personification?

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No, this sentence describes the bee's action without human qualities.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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Is 'The teacher smiled at her wonderful students' an example of personification?

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No, this sentence describes a human action without attributing human qualities to non-human entities.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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Can you give an example of personification?

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Sure! 'The wind whispered through the trees' is an example of personification.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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Why do authors use personification?

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Authors use personification to create vivid imagery and connect readers emotionally to non-human elements.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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What effect does personification have on writing?

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Personification makes descriptions more relatable and engaging for readers.

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CCSS.L.6.5A

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Is 'Time flies' an example of personification?

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Yes, because time is given the human ability to fly.

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CCSS.L.6.5A