The predominant figure of speech in the extract is _______?

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.