When an author gives objects, concepts or animals human characteristics, emotions or abilities, that's personification.
Which of the following is an example of personification?
A
The night sighed, and it seemed as if the evening sky was yawning.
B
The rabbit leaped over the fallen branch and vanished into the woods.
C
Oliver decided to indulge his friend’s fantasies and smiled warmly.
D
I ran as swiftly as a deer across the lawn, eager to greet my brother.