Question

what is personification? (1 point)
when an animal, object, or idea is given human characteristics
an expression whose meaning cannot be figured out from the literal meanings of the words but has a figurative meaning as a whole
a figure of speech that implies a comparison between seemingly unlike things without using \like\ or \as\
the use of descriptive language that creates a vivid picture in the readers mind and may evoke an emotional response

Explanation:

Personification is a literary device. It specifically means giving human characteristics to non - human entities. Among the options, the first option "when an animal, object, or idea is given human characteristics" directly aligns with the definition of personification. The second option describes an idiom. The third option is the definition of a metaphor. The fourth option is about imagery.

Answer:

when an animal, object, or idea is given human characteristics