In a response of no fewer than two paragraphs, discuss the theme of james russell lowell’s poem and the poetic devices he uses to communicate the message of the poem. in your answer, be sure to discuss the mood of the poem and the impact of lowell’s language, metaphors, rhyme scheme, as well as the point of view he employs in the piece.

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.