Descriptive Writing: Personification
English
Grade 6
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A worksheet focusing on understanding and practicing personification within descriptive writing for Grade 6 students.
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Descriptive Writing: Personification
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Understanding Personification
The wind howled loudly through the empty forest, awakening the sleepy leaves that danced in protest. The old oak tree stretched its gnarled branches toward the sky, as if yearning for the sun’s warm embrace. Beneath the clouds, the river whispered secrets to anyone willing to listen, its gentle current carrying stories from distant lands.
1.
Identify three examples of personification in the passage.
[3 marks]2.
What effect does personification have on the imagery of the passage? (Describe in 1-2 sentences.)
[2 marks]3.
Choose the correct option: Which of the following is an example of personification?
[1 mark]Aa) The wind blew fiercely.
Bb) The leaves danced in protest.
Cc) The river flows gently.
Dd) The oak tree is old.
B
Applying Personification in Writing
Now, imagine you are describing a sunset scene. Use personification to make your description more engaging. Think about how you can give human qualities to elements of nature like the sun, sky, or clouds.
1.
Write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) describing a sunset using personification. Focus on making the scene come alive.
2.
Checklist for your descriptive paragraph:
- Does your writing include at least two examples of personification?
- Are the descriptions vivid and detailed?
- Does the paragraph flow logically?
- Is the tone appropriate for a descriptive scene?
[4 marks]C
Analyzing Personification in Literature
As the story reached its climax, the moon watched silently from above, its face reflecting centuries of secrets. The city streets groaned under the weight of hurried footsteps, eager for the night to pass.
1.
Identify the personification used in the phrase "the city streets groaned." What does this suggest about the streets?
[2 marks]2.
Explain how personification adds to the mood of this passage in 2-3 sentences.
[3 marks]D
Creative Writing: Personification Challenge
Use personification to enhance your own descriptive paragraph. Follow the checklist below.
1.
Write a detailed paragraph (15-20 lines) describing your chosen place with at least three examples of personification.
2.
Checklist for your creative paragraph:
- Have you used at least three examples of personification?
- Is your description vivid and engaging?
- Does your writing effectively evoke the scene?
- Have you checked for grammatical correctness and flow?
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