Question

the rising tree
the village of bandar was known to be a hard place. true, it was rocky and bitter cold. but eleven-year-old sayla loved her homeland. she loved the eerie wind. she loved the spoon-grey sky. most of all, she loved the ancient trees. for this was the secret of bandar: its trees were magic.
one had only to wait for autumn, when the leaves fell. to release the trees magic, the leaves were crumbled into dust and scattered while a spell was chanted.
each type of tree had its own magic. a few people, like the wise deama,
put the storys events in order.
sayla finally understands the meaning of the note.
sayla goes to collect fire tree leaves.
sayla is able to fly.
sayla sees a drawing of the rising tree.

Explanation:

To determine the order, we analyze the logical flow of a typical story involving discovery and action. First, Sayla sees a drawing of the Rising Tree (this would spark her interest or give her a clue). Then, she goes to collect Fire Tree leaves (as part of acting on that clue or exploring the magic of trees). Next, she is able to fly (a result of using the magic from the leaves). Finally, she understands the meaning of the note (after experiencing the magic and actions, she gains understanding).

Answer:

1. Sayla sees a drawing of the Rising Tree.
2. Sayla goes to collect Fire Tree leaves.
3. Sayla is able to fly.
4. Sayla finally understands the meaning of the note.