Based on this conversation, which can the reader expect from the plot? 1. the day to day progress of a western cattle drive
2. a serious conflict between Captain Billy and Red
3.
more misadventures of the newcomer to the cattle drive
4.
an historical account of life on the open range

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.