Question

Fast as a cheetah,
I run through the field. The wind
sings words of support.
Name the three types of figurative language in the poem. Then, choose one example of figurative language and analyze the effect it has on the poem.

(4 points)

Answer 1

Types of figurative language:
- Simile ("Fast as a cheetah")
- Personification ("The wind sings words of support.")
- Imagery (sensory details like "run through the field" and "sings" evoke sight and sound)

Analysis of one example (personification):
By giving the wind the human action of singing encouragement, the poem makes nature feel friendly and supportive, not just a backdrop. This personification deepens the emotional tone—while the speaker moves quickly, the wind’s “song” offers comfort and boosts confidence—so the scene becomes not only physically energetic but also emotionally uplifting.