In the line "The leaves whispered secrets to the prowling tiger," which figure of speech is used?

Step-by-step solution

1. Read the sentence carefully and note the verb applied to a non‑human entity.
2. The verb 'whispered' is given to 'leaves', which cannot literally whisper.
3. Assigning a human action to a non‑human object is the definition of personification.
4. Confirm that no other figure (simile, metaphor, onomatopoeia) fits the description.

Concept tested: Identifying personification

Published 1 October 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked