Prodigy STAAR 2022 Multiple Choice Practice

What do lines 9 through 11 reveal about Wolfgang?

• He desires his father’s approval.

• He is frightened by his father’s attitude.

• He is arrogant from his father’s praise.

• He worries about his father’s abilities.

Which quotation from the play best reveals Anna Maria’s reason for

becoming angry with Leopold?

• ANNA MARIA: But we have done very well in London, Leopold.

  Why is this one night keeping you in such a fuss? (line 5)

• ANNA MARIA: Honestly, Leopold. I should think you would be

  more concerned over all the dreadful rumors about Wolferl’s

  abilities. (line 8)

• ANNA MARIA: Mr. Barrington, how would such a test be given?

  (line 35)

• ANNA MARIA: You have never let him be a child—always pushing

  him to live up to your dreams. (line 54)

What is the meaning of refuted as it is used in line 33?

• Proven false

• Agreed on

• Judged unfairly

• Thought predictable

Which line from the play exhibits the archetype of the hero having a

special quality?

• BARRINGTON: I realize that the visitations to the child prodigy

  are scheduled to conclude at two but I imagine you might spare a

  few moments for me. (line 16)

• BARRINGTON: Because, Madam, I believe your son may have a

  brilliant future. Possibly more brilliant than any of us can imagine.

  (line 44)

• ANNA MARIA: I understand. I understand that Wolfgang no longer

  matters to you. (line 50)

• LEOPOLD: What’s this? You are the one who was always so

  impressed by the glitter of the court. (line 59)

What does Anna Maria’s reaction in line 60 of the play suggest

about how she feels concerning Leopold’s insistence?

• Leopold is discouraged.

• Leopold is ambitious.

• Leopold is protective.

• Leopold is confused.

Which definition best matches the use of the word exercises in line 36?

• Definition 1: an act of employing or putting into play

• Definition 2: the discharge of a duty, function,

  or office

• Definition 3: activity that requires physical

  exertion, especially when performed to

  develop or maintain fitness

• Definition 4: a task, problem,

  or other effort performed to increase skill

What does line 17 suggest about Anna Maria?

• She is solely responsible for exploiting Wolfgang’s musical talent.

• She is untrusting of those who come to visit Wolfgang.

• She is friendly in order to promote Wolfgang’s success.

• She is hopeful Wolfgang will help the family win a place in society.

In the play, how does the motif of the concert contribute to the plot?

• It introduces the characters.

• It suggests the resolution to the conflict.

• It propels the action.

• It establishes the conflict.

Barrington visits the Mozart home because he wants to give Wolfgang a test to verify that he is a musical genius. After Barrington leaves, Leopold and Anna Maria argue about whether or not Leopold is pushing Wolfgang too hard.

Which idea should be included in this paragraph to create a complete summary of the text?

• Wolfgang writes a symphony for his father, Leopold.

• Anna Maria is concerned about her husband, Leopold, because he has been working too hard.

• Anna Maria tells Leopold about the rumors concerned their son, Wolfgang.

• Leopold wants to put on a concert to impress the aristocrats, but Anna Maria is unsure.