But the towering earth was tired of sitting in one position.
She moved suddenly and the houses crumbled, the mountains heaved horrible, and the work of a million years was lost
A. Oxymoron
B. Personification
C. Contrast
D. Paradox
Correct Answer:
Option B – Personification
Explanation
Personification is a form of figurative language in which something that is not human is given human characteristics. This device is often used in poetry to enhance the meaning and beauty of poems.