Question #N963
The author of this novel is known for crafting vivid and detailed settings. The reader is often left wondering if the author has visited the location in person because the descriptions seem so precise and realistic. In this passage, the author states that the location of the house was surrounded by a “lush forest” that “seemed to whisper secrets to those who passed by.” In this instance, the author uses personification to
Which choice best explains the effect of the author’s use of personification in this passage?
A. create a sense of mystery and wonder.
B. highlight the importance of the setting to the characters.
C. emphasize the natural beauty of the location.
D. suggest that the author is an expert on the topic.
Correct Answer is: A
Personification is the attribution of human qualities to inanimate objects or concepts. In this passage, the author uses personification to describe the forest as whispering secrets. This creates a sense of mystery and wonder, as if the forest is alive and has something to tell those who are listening.