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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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Give an example of personification.

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The wind whispered through the trees.

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What does it mean when we say 'the sun smiled down on us'?

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It means the sun was shining brightly, making it feel warm and pleasant.

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Identify the personification in this sentence: 'The flowers danced in the breeze.'

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The flowers are described as dancing, which is a human action.

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What is being personified in the phrase 'the angry storm'?

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The storm is being described as angry, a human emotion.

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How does personification enhance writing?

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It makes descriptions more vivid and relatable, helping readers connect emotionally.

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What is an example of personification in advertising?

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'Oreo: Milk's favorite cookie!' gives milk a preference, making it relatable.

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Identify the personification: 'Time flies when you're having fun.'

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Time is described as flying, which is a human action.

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What is the effect of saying 'the car coughed and sputtered'?

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It suggests the car is having trouble, using human-like actions to describe its condition.

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What does it mean when we say 'the stars winked at me'?

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It means the stars twinkled, but it's described as if they are winking like a person.