Personification in Language Techniques
English
Grade 8
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A worksheet focusing on analyzing and creating examples of personification for Grade 8 students.
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Personification in Language Techniques
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Grade Grade 8
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Introduction to Personification
The wind howled fiercely through the night, shaking the trees and rattling the windows. The old house seemed to groan in response, as if it were alive and protesting the storm outside. Shadows danced along the walls, whispering secrets to those who listened closely.
1.
Identify two examples of personification in the passage.
[2 marks]2.
What effect does the personification of the house have on the tone of the passage?
[2 marks]3.
Explain how personification helps create a vivid image in the reader's mind.
[4 marks]B
Analysis of Personification Techniques
Read the excerpt below and analyze the use of personification.
1.
Identify and classify each example of personification in the excerpt.
[3 marks]2.
What is the purpose of using personification in this passage?
[2 marks]3.
Describe how the personification of the sun and the river influences the mood of the paragraph.
[4 marks]C
Creative Writing: Personification Practice
Create a short descriptive paragraph that uses personification to bring a scene to life. Your paragraph should be about a natural setting or an object. Use at least three examples of personification.
1.
Write your paragraph here. Ensure you incorporate personification effectively.
[10 marks]2.
Checklist for your creative writing:
[4 marks]D
Matching Exercise: Personification Devices
Match the example of personification with the correct effect or purpose.
1.
The leaves danced in the wind.
Aa) To show the wind's strength
Bb) To create a lively scene
Cc) To describe the trees realistically
Dd) To express sadness
2.
The clock watched us all day long.
Aa) To emphasize time passing
Bb) To personify the clock and evoke curiosity
Cc) To show the clock's importance
Dd) To describe a quiet environment
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