Based on the style and language used in “the railroad earth,” kerouac would most likely agree that the writing of the text

was greatly influenced by his favorite jazz musicians.

was a result of his interest in japanese haiku.

was inspired by his interest in buddhism and spiritual enlightenment.

was an attempt to create a work to initiate the beat movement.

the answer is a.

9. types of literature that are told from a point of view include autobiographies, memoirs, diaries, and journals.

Which statement best evaluates the author's use of pacing in the passage? a. the author's use of pacing is not effective, because the imagery and figurative language don't adequately describe either the cheetah or the gazelle. b. the author's use of pacing is effective, because the imagery and figurative language speed up the action, making the scene come alive for the reader. c. the author's use of pacing is effective, because the long, complex sentences the reader fully understand the power and beauty of nature. d. the author's use of pacing is not effective, because the long, complex sentences distract from the sense of stress and anxiety the passage should convey.

Which sentence best build the suspense