Which technique is the author using in this stanza?

There is not an insert for us to be able to read so we wont be able to tell you what stanza the author is using.

Select the word from the list that best fits the definitionstates the the universe is expanding

In paragraph 47, it says “moments like these make a pioneering flight anything but dull” i’d say he’s optimistic and determined? ? and in 48, it describes how i’m assuming people he looks up to walked the same path so maybe he’s honored to be on the journey ? sorry if i’m wrong.