Underline the objects being personified and circle what they’re doing that makes it
an example of personification.
1. The sun winked good night as it disappeared behind the mountain.
2. The big, full moon confidently led me through the forest.
3. The mountain cackled at the rumbles beneath its surface.
4. As the rain raced to the ground, everyone ran for cover.
5. The surfers ran for their boards as the waves crashed on the shore.
6. The old car wheezed and shook as the man cranked the engine.
7. The wind howled a mournful cry as it blew through the old windows.
8. The leaves danced to the ground as the children played around the old tree.
9. As the boy began his maths test, his pencil pranced across the page.
10. The tornado devoured everything in its path