Personification (Language Techniques) - Identifying

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GCSE
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A worksheet focusing on identifying personification within given texts, designed for GCSE students studying language techniques.

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Personification (Language Techniques) - Identifying

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Introduction to Personification

The wind howled through the night, whispering secrets to the trees that seemed to listen intently. The old house groaned as if alive, complaining about the cold. Shadows danced across the walls, as if the darkness itself was moving with a mind of its own.
1.
Identify one example of personification in the passage and explain what is being personified.
[2 marks]
2.
What effect does the personification of the house have on the tone of the passage?
[2 marks]
3.
Which line contains personification that suggests movement or activity in darkness?
[2 marks]
4.
Describe how personification enhances the imagery in this passage.
[4 marks]
B

Analysis of Personification Techniques

The sun stretched its lazy rays across the horizon, yawning as it gradually climbed higher. The flowers nodded their heads in greeting as the breeze whispered softly through the leaves. The river chuckled as it tumbled over stones, singing a cheerful tune.
1.
Identify all instances of personification in the extract and label the objects being personified.
[3 marks]
2.
Explain how personification contributes to the tone of this passage.
[2 marks]
3.
Select the device that best exemplifies personification in the extract and justify your choice.
[2 marks]
Aa) The sun stretched its lazy rays
Bb) The flowers nodded their heads
Cc) The river chuckled
Dd) The breeze whispered softly
C

Creative Writing: Personification Prompt

Using the ideas from the extract, write a short descriptive paragraph that includes at least three examples of personification. Follow the checklist below to guide your writing.
1.
Write a paragraph of approximately 150 words incorporating personification to bring your scene to life.
2.
Checklist for your paragraph: Have you included at least three examples of personification? Does your writing create a vivid image? Is your tone appropriate to the scene?
[3 marks]

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1/1/2026
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