When it rains, Gus tells his mom that the clouds are crying, this is an example of:
A) egocentrism.
B) conservation.
C) animism.
D) logical inference.

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Gus attributing human feelings or emotions to clouds, an inanimate object, is an example of animism. Animism is a concept in child development where children believe that inanimate objects have lifelike qualities and are capable of action.

When It Rains, Gus Tells His Mom That the Clouds