ELA 9 A Semester Exam

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Question
Use the paragraph to answer the question.

The wind blew. The leaves shook on the branches, nearly ready—but not quite—to let go for the fall. In the river, a ripple spread over the calm water.
Which revision would introduce personification to make the description more vivid?

(1 point)
Responses

replace “blew” with “howled”
replace “blew” with “howled”

add “like butter” after “spread”
add “like butter” after “spread”

replace “blew” with “gusted”
replace “blew” with “gusted”

add “as quick as lightning” after “spread”

1 answer

To introduce personification and make the description more vivid, the best revision would be to replace “blew” with “howled.” This choice gives the wind a human-like quality, enhancing the imagery of the scene.

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