Personification Study Guide
What is Personification?
Personification is a literary device in which human qualities and characteristics are attributed to non-human things, such as animals, objects, or abstract concepts. It is a form of metaphor in which an inanimate object is given human-like qualities or abilities.
Examples of Personification
1. The sun smiled down on the earth.
2. The wind whispered through the trees.
3. The flowers danced in the breeze.
Why is Personification Used?
Writers use personification to make their writing more vivid and imaginative. By giving human traits to non-human things, writers can create a more engaging and relatable experience for the reader. Personification can also help convey emotions and create a deeper connection between the reader and the subject being personified.
How to Identify Personification
Look for instances in the text where non-human things are described using human characteristics or behaviors. Pay attention to descriptions that could not be literally true, such as inanimate objects performing human actions, showing emotions, or having human-like thoughts.
Practice Exercise
Identify the examples of personification in the following sentences:
1. The stars danced in the night sky.
2. The old house creaked and groaned in the wind.
3. The moon winked at me from behind the clouds.
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