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”

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

add “as quick as lightning” after “spread”
add “as quick as lightning” after “spread”

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

1 answer

The revision that would introduce personification to make the description more vivid is:

replace “blew” with “howled.”

This change suggests that the wind has a voice or personality, enhancing the imagery and making the description more vivid.