4th Grade ELA LEAP Lost in the Desert PartA/B

Part A: What does the word "navigate" mean as it is used in paragraph 2 of Lost in the Desert?

• To find a way through a place

• To search for missing people

• To carry something carefully

• To explore a new land

Part B: Which two sentences from the passage help the reader understand the meaning of "navigate"?

• "Javi sighed and shut his survival guide." (paragraph 2)

• "The elders sat in the shade, talking in hushed voices." (paragraph 4)

• "His book had talked about safe climbing techniques." (paragraph 10)

• "Tomorrow," Abuelo continued, "I’m teaching the younger ones how to navigate in the desert." (paragraph 24)

• "If I need help, run back to the village." (paragraph 11)

Part A: What phrase best describes the setting of Lost in the Desert?

• A busy city with many tourists

• A village near a large hospital

• A small community surrounded by desert

• A rainforest full of dangerous animals

Part B: Which two details from the passage support the answer to Part A?

• "The sun blazed in the cloudless sky, turning the sand dunes into golden waves." (paragraph 3)

• "Javi grabbed the water jug and stepped outside." (paragraph 3)

• "The elders sat in the shade, talking in hushed voices." (paragraph 4)

• "Below, the canyon stretched wide, its walls steep and jagged." (paragraph 8)

• "When they returned, Abuelo was waiting." (paragraph 20)

Part A: Why does Abuelo invite Javi to help teach navigation?

• Javi has been reading about desert survival.

• Javi remained calm and acted wisely in a crisis.

• Javi has always been the strongest in the village.

• Javi convinced Mateo to ask him for help.

Part B: What detail from the passage best supports the answer to Part A?

• "Javi sighed and shut his survival guide." (paragraph 2)

• "You stayed calm and thought carefully. That’s an important skill." (paragraph 22)

• "Javi took a deep breath." (paragraph 10)

• "Let’s get back before Abuelo notices we’re gone." (paragraph 19)

Part A: Which sentence best describes a theme of Lost in the Desert?

• Facing challenges with courage leads to growth.

• It is important to take care of animals.

• People should always listen to their elders.

• The desert is a dangerous place to live.

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

• "The elders sat in the shade, talking in hushed voices." (paragraph 4)

• "Slowly, Javi lowered himself down, gripping the warm rock." (paragraph 12)

• "The goat trotted ahead toward the village." (paragraph 17)

• "Tomorrow," Abuelo continued, "I’m teaching the younger ones how to navigate in the desert." (paragraph 24)