According to the observations made by Washington Matthews, the reciting of a song like “Twelfth Song of Thunder” often gave the Navajo people the guarantee of a rich and plentiful harvest in the spring.
the opportunity to discuss their spiritual beliefs with others.
the occasion to have a celebration during difficult times.
the chance to come together and enjoy each other’s company.

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.