Writing Response #3 Continuing in the voice of Obierika, respond to the District Commissioner's interpretation of the
burning of the church. Use the internal logic of the Ibo to explain the role of the egwugwu and their
reasons for burning down the church.

“During my time among the Ibo, I witnessed one of the greatest acts of blasphemy I have ever had the
misfortune to see. A band of savages, one with smoke literally pouring from his head, set fire to our
church and burned it to the ground.” ("excerpt" from The Pacification of the Primitive Tribes of the Lower Niger)

Which is true about the writing assignments in this course? select all that apply

Because genetics is now progressing so rapidly, it is revolutionizing medical research. identify the subordinate clause in the sentence. a) is now progressing b) is now progressing so rapidly c) it is revolutionizing medical research d)

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.