Select a sculpture, building, or craft object, and do a formal analysis of it. Think about line, in this case, it will be a contour line that moves through space on the surface of the object. There are usually a primary and secondary contour line, depending on the shape of the object. Then think about surface texture, is it actual or implied? Then go on to the more obvious elements of composition like color. Think also about the focal point or emphasis of the composition. All of these can be applied to objects that take up space.

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.