Based on your knowledge of word parts, which sentence uses the word introspection correctly?

a. because of his experience as a firefighter, matthew provided a unique introspection.
b. gillian stood up straight and braced herself for her mother's introspection of her outfit.
c. samuel waited patiently for the contractors to come and perform the building introspection.
d. after some soul-searching and introspection, peter knew that it was time for him to move on.

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.