Which sentence uses the underlined word correctly?
a. gladys wanted to redecorate her living room so it would better compliment her personal style.
b. frank and alice make sure to compliment their triplets for good behavior.
c. monica received many complements about her homemade lasagna.

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.