ELA 5th Grade A7

Part A

1. What does the phrase “strained to see” mean in paragraph 4?
   

• 1. To see very easily

• 1. To look with difficulty

• 1. To feel relaxed while seeing

• 1. To feel happy about seeing

Part B
Which sentence from paragraph 4 supports the meaning of the word “strained”?

• "I needed to think quickly, or I would lose Max for good."

• "I could hear the howling wind."

• "The forest was silent, except for the sound of the storm."

• "The snow whipped into my face."

Part A
What does the word “desperate” mean as it is used in paragraph 2?

• Feeling calm and relaxed

• Feeling hopeful

• Feeling afraid and uncertain

• Feeling determined to succeed

Part B
Which sentence from paragraph 2 best helps to understand the meaning of the word “desperate”?

• "My heart raced as I scanned the frozen riverbank."

• "I could only hear the sound of Max’s muffled barks and the deafening wind."

• "The storm made it nearly impossible to see."

• "I was getting desperate, but I couldn’t give up."

What is the main emotion the narrator feels throughout the story?

• Fear and anxiety

• Excitement and joy

• Determination and hope

• Anger and frustration

Why is the narrator’s decision to stay calm important during the rescue of Max?

• It helps the narrator stay focused on saving Max.

• It allows the narrator to give up and find safety.

• It causes the narrator to ignore the danger around.

• It is a sign that the narrator doesn't care about Max.