5th Grade ELA LEAP Part A/B The Blizzard Rescue✓

Part A: What does the phrase "every ounce of strength" mean in paragraph 18 of The Blizzard Rescue?

• Using a measuring tool

• Needing all available energy

• Sharing a heavy burden

• Showing physical weakness

Part B: Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to Part A?

• “I grabbed the sled and an old quilt from the porch and turned around.”

• “The wind was even stronger on the return trip, but I followed my footprints.”

• “It took every ounce of strength to make it back through the storm.”

• “If I could make it back to the house and return with it, I could pull Toby home.”

Part A: What does the word trembled suggest about the narrator’s emotions in paragraph 11?

• He was worried about getting lost.

• He was excited to be in the snow.

• He was scared and cold.

• He was unsure what to do next.

Part B: Which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to Part A?

• “Toby yelped but didn’t try to pull away.”

• “I tugged, twisted, and finally yanked the vine free.”

• “My hands trembled as I pulled off my gloves.”

• “We huddled there, both of us shaking from the cold.”

Part A: Which statement expresses a theme of The Blizzard Rescue?

• Animals always return to where they came from.

• Survival depends on being prepared for the weather.

• Courage and love can overcome dangerous situations.

• Blizzards are the most dangerous type of storm.

Part B: Which sentence from the story best supports the answer to Part A?

• “But when we were finally inside, in the warmth, and Toby licked my face, I knew we were both going to be okay.” (paragraph 22)

• “All I could see were white flakes swirling through the air.” (paragraph 3)

• “He wagged his tail weakly.” (paragraph 10)

• “We huddled there, both of us shaking from the cold.” (paragraph 15)

Part A: What emotion is most emphasized by the narrator’s point of view throughout the story?

• Frustration

• Determination

• Joy

• Surprise

Part B: Choose two sentences from paragraphs 13–17 that best support the answer to Part A. Select two correct answers.

• “It’s okay, boy,” I whispered. “I’ve got you now.” (paragraph 13)

• “Every step was a struggle.” (paragraph 14)

• “We huddled there, both of us shaking from the cold.” (paragraph 15)

• “I’ll be right back,” I told him. “Stay here.” (paragraph 17)

• “All I could see were white flakes swirling through the air.” (paragraph 3)