Personification

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human entities or objects.

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Give an example of personification in literature.

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An example of personification is in the phrase 'The wind whispered through the trees,' where the wind is given the human ability to whisper.

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What is the effect of using personification in writing?

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Personification can create vivid imagery, evoke emotions, and make descriptions more relatable to readers.

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How does personification differ from metaphors and similes?

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Personification specifically attributes human traits to non-human things, while metaphors and similes compare two different things without necessarily attributing human qualities.

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What is the literal meaning of 'The alarm clock screamed'?

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The alarm was going off.

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What does the phrase 'The thunder roared' literally mean?

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The thunder was loud.

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What is the literal interpretation of 'The video game was begging to be played'?

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Someone wanted to play the video game.

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What does 'The sunflowers kissed the sky' mean literally?

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The sunflowers were standing straight up.

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What is the literal meaning of 'The clouds began to cry'?

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It was raining.

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Why is it important to understand the literal meanings of personification?

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Understanding the literal meanings helps readers grasp the intended imagery and emotions conveyed by the author.