Identify one of the darker actions examined in a story or drama from this unit. In what piece is (16 points) the action highlighted? What intentions or emotions prompt the action? How would the story
or drama change if the
character involved were able to overcome the darker impulse and
indulge a higher intention? Explain.

the story i chose was “ the lottery “ by shirley jackson

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.