Read the lines from "the weary blues."thump, thump, thump, went his foot on the floor. he played a few chords then he sang some more. the repetition of the word "thump" is an example of what literary device? personification

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.