Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE) Subject Area Practice Test

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What literary device gives human characteristics to inanimate objects or abstract concepts?

Simile
Personification
Metaphor
Hyperbole

The correct answer is: Personification

Personification is the literary device that attributes human characteristics or qualities to inanimate objects or abstract ideas. This technique enhances the reader's understanding and emotional connection to the subject by allowing them to perceive it in a more relatable and vivid way. For example, when one describes the wind as "whispering through the trees," the wind is given the human action of whispering, creating an image that evokes mood and atmosphere. This device is widely used in poetry and prose to breathe life into non-human elements, making them more engaging and memorable for readers.