Personification

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What is personification?

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

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Give an example of personification.

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The stars danced playfully in the moonlit sky.

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What is being personified in the phrase 'The wind whispered through the trees'?

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The wind.

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Identify the human characteristic in 'The flowers nodded their heads in agreement.'

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Nodding.

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What does it mean when we say 'Time flies'?

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It means that time seems to pass quickly.

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In the sentence 'The sun smiled down on us,' what is being personified?

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The sun.

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What is the effect of using personification in writing?

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It creates vivid imagery and helps readers connect emotionally with the text.

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What is an example of personification in nature?

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The thunder grumbled like an old man.

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What does 'The leaves danced in the wind' imply?

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It suggests that the leaves moved gracefully, as if they were dancing.

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How does personification enhance storytelling?

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It brings inanimate objects to life, making the story more engaging and relatable.