Which statement best describes how figurative language contributes to the tone of the text?
The winter wind stole the colorful leaves off the tree, leaving behind empty
branches
A. The personification that the wind "stole" the leaves creates a happy tone.
B. The personification that the wind "stole" the leaves creates a gloomy tone.
C. The personification that the tree had "empty" branches creates a sad tone.
D. The personification that the leaves were "colorful creates a joyous tone.