5th Grade ELA LEAP The Frozen Rescue PartA/B

Part A: What is the central theme of The Frozen Rescue?

• The importance of perseverance in the face of danger.

• The need to always stay indoors during winter.

• The idea that nature is unpredictable and cruel.

• The belief that animals can always save themselves.

Part B: Which two details from the story best supports the theme identified in Part A?

• "The cold wind howled around Ethan as he frantically looked for a way to reach his beloved German Shepherd."

• "Ethan braced himself, gripping the other end of the scarf tightly. He pulled with all his strength, his boots sliding against the ice as he fought to drag Max to safety."

• "Max let out a small, grateful whimper and nuzzled into Ethan’s chest."

• "Someone, help! My dog is drowning!" Ethan screamed into the silent forest.

• "As the fire crackled beside them, Ethan knew they had both faced something terrifying—but they had survived it together."

Part A: What does the phrase surged through Ethan mean in paragraph 8 of The Frozen Rescue?

• Moved through his body quickly

• Made him exhausted

• Slowed his thoughts

• Helped him make a clear decision

Part B: Which sentence from paragraph 8 helps the reader understand the meaning of the answer to Part A?

• "He needed another plan, and fast."

• "He glanced at his scarf—thick, sturdy, and long enough to reach Max."

• "Quickly, he unraveled it from his neck and tied one end to the branch, securing it into a makeshift rope."

• "Max let out a weak bark, his claws scrabbling against the cracking ice."

Part A: What does Ethan’s reaction to Max’s situation tell us about his character?

• He is a selfish person who doesn’t think things through.

• He is courageous and resourceful, willing to risk his safety for his dog.

• He is careless and often gets himself into trouble.

• He is afraid but determined to act despite his fear.

Part B: Which two lines from the story best support the answer to Part A?

• "Ethan knew he didn’t have much time."

• "Panic surged through Ethan. He needed another plan, and fast."

• "He cautiously stepped onto the frozen lake, feeling it creak under his weight. Every step was a risk, but he had no other choice."

• "Max let out a weak bark, his claws scrabbling against the cracking ice."

• "Each step felt heavier, but Ethan refused to slow down."

Part A: What role does Ethan’s quick thinking play in the story?

• It allows him to find a creative solution to save Max.

• It causes him to make a mistake that puts Max in greater danger.

• It helps him remain calm and wait for help to arrive.

• It delays the rescue because he hesitates too much.

Part B: Which two details from the story best show how Ethan’s quick thinking helped him save Max?

• "His eyes fell on a long, fallen branch half-buried in the snow. Grabbing it, he ran toward the lake’s edge, his breath visible in the freezing air."

• "Panic surged through Ethan. He needed another plan, and fast."

• "He cautiously stepped onto the frozen lake, feeling it creak under his weight. Every step was a risk, but he had no other choice."

• "Quickly, he unraveled it from his neck and tied one end to the branch, securing it into a makeshift rope."

• "Someone, help! My dog is drowning!" Ethan screamed into the silent forest.