How does a writer effectively express an idea about a topic? (10 points) Select one:

a. The writer states opinions that are not supported with facts.

b. The writer states several thesis statem in the essay

C. The writer states one thesis statement in the introduction.

d. The writer adds several new facts in the conclusion.​

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.