Proper Personification Etiquette
Why is spelling important to have in your personification?
You are able to correctly read, interpret, and use the personification in a way that allows the reader to make sense of it
The wind whispered. Why or why not?
No! It’s not a complete thought, doesn’t contain any detail, and doesn’t connect with the reader.
Using the non-human subject SUN and the Personification LOVE which is the best choice?
A. As the sun rises so does her love for the earth.
B. The sun in all her warmth, heats the earth in love and peace.
C. The sun warms earth.
Although A has correct punctuation and mood it is NOT a personification. C. Is not a complete thought or a personification so B. Is the best choice
What do people mess up easily when it comes to personification?
Assigning the wrong human traits to an object.
Identify the noun being personified and what the personification is.
During her morning run Katie was greeted by a squirrel. The squirrel sang in greeting at the sight of her.
The squirrel
Sang in Greeting
How can I avoid using shortcutting words in a personification sentence?
Use both attribute’s/characteristics and make sure that it has more longer, deeper meanings. Like let the story actually flow through instead of short words that don’t make sense.
The house groaned in the storm. Why or why not?
Yes! It contains a complete idea and mood. It can connect with the reader and contains correct spelling.
Using the non-human subject MOON and the Personification COLD which is the best choice?
A. The moon longed to love but his heart was to cold.
B. The moon walking across the sky, wanted so desperately.
C. The moon was cold.
A. Is correct B. Is not a complete thought and C. Is not a complete thought
What’s the MAIN difference between a good and a bad personification sentence?
A good personification sentence should make more sense than a bad one. We are giving them human traits, not bringing them to life.
Identify the noun being personified and what the personification is.
During periods of the ice age, the ice would creak and groan with every slight movement. Sometimes ending in disaster and catastrophic consequences.
The ice
Creak and groan
Why shouldn’t you overuse your personification in a sentence?
Because this would make you confused in the sentence. Also you would be more likely to use shortcuts and it wouldn't have a complete purpose/a full main point in the sentence.
The clock on the wall quickly ticked away the time angrily. Why or why not?
Yes! It has a mood supported through the entire personification. Contains correct spelling and punctuation.
What is a personification?
Giving human characteristics/attributes to something that will help add nonhuman characteristics/attributes in a sentence.
Identify the noun being personified and what the personification is.
Volcanic eruption are spectacular events to witness in person. They blow up with mighty forces and create magma and lava flows. It oozes out of the mountain side, everything in an arms length consumed.
Lava or magma
consuming everything in arms length
What attributes/characteristics does a personification sentence HAVE to have.
First, a human characteristic and then a nonhuman characteristic that will add up to the sentence. But don’t overuse the personifications.
The love wrapped around us like a cold blanket. Why or why not?
No! The mood doesn’t fit the scene
How do I avoid overusing my personification?
By thinking only what needs a personification, not what you want to be a personification. And looks for things that are obvious.
Identify the noun being personified and what the personification is.
The road smiled charmingly allowing safe passage. It was long and strait, seeming down miles and miles. The road was a ribbon of moonlight. Shimmering bright in the deepest night.
The road
smiled charmingly
Why is it not good to reverse personification in a personification sentence?
Because it’s the opposite of personification and it doesn’t have a complete purpose. This can lead to confusion, doesn’t have deeper meaning, and it can lead to discomfort or sorts of misunderstanding.
The hungry wave after chasing the children ate away at the shoreline. Why or why not?
No! There are spelling errors. Two commas are needed. One after wave and the other after children
Using the non-human subject FOOD and the Personification with ENERGY AND EXCITEMENT which is the best choice?
A. The waffle sprang from the toaster.
B. The waffle joyously leaped from the toaster.
C. The waffle happily shook onto the counter.
B. Is the best answer because it has energy, it is clear and fluent, has correct punctuation, and is dramatic/fits with the mood of the text. An important fact is that it contains emotions and actions
How do I know what attributes/characteristics I should add in a personification sentence?
Think about the mood in the writing, and assign a trait that matches, or amplifies understanding/relatability.