Play Analysis Multiple Choice Questions

In the play, the narrator says that “a scheme begins to take shape in [Ben’s] mind.” What type of figurative language is this, and what does it mean?

• It’s a simile that compares Ben’s idea to a shape.

• It’s personification that gives Ben’s idea human qualities, showing it is starting to form clearly.

• It’s hyperbole that exaggerates how quickly Ben thought of the idea.

• It’s onomatopoeia because it describes a sound.

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In the play, the narrator says, “Amy storms out.” What do these stage directions tell the reader about Amy’s feelings?

• She is calm and patient with Ben.

• She is angry and upset about what Ben said.

• She is confused and doesn’t know what to do.

• She is happy the rehearsal is over.

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When Ben says, “Your best isn’t good enough! Maybe I misjudged your talent,” how does this dialogue help the reader understand the story?

• It shows that Ben is confident and proud of his friends.

• It shows that Ben is frustrated and causing a conflict with Amy.

• It shows that Ben doesn’t care about the concert.

• It shows that Amy is the leader of the group.

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When the narrator says that Ben was “more than a little on edge” during rehearsal, what does the phrase “on edge” most likely mean?

• Tired from too much practice

• Excited to perform

• Nervous or upset

• Ready to give up

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Which sentence best describes Amy’s character in the play?

• Amy is selfish and only wants to sing solos.

• Amy is kind and forgiving, even when Ben hurts her feelings.

• Amy is shy and doesn’t like to perform in front of others.

• Amy is careless and doesn’t take the concert seriously.

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Why do Ben and Amy decide to put on a concert?

• They want to win a school prize.

• They want to raise money for the local food bank.

• They want to show off their musical talents.

• They want to make Grandpa proud.

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How does Ben’s attitude toward Amy change during the play?

• At first he ignores her, but later he asks her for help.

• He is kind to her at first but becomes jealous later.

• He gets angry at her during practice but realizes he was wrong and apologizes.

• He doesn’t like her at first but becomes her best friend after the concert.

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What happens to Grandpa, and how does it affect Ben?

• Grandpa loses his trumpet, and Ben helps him find it.

• Grandpa gets dizzy and goes to the hospital, which makes Ben realize what’s really important.

• Grandpa gets upset with Ben and refuses to play in the concert.

• Grandpa moves away before the concert happens.

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What lesson about friendship does this story teach?

• Friends should always agree on everything.

• Friends should never make mistakes.

• True friends forgive each other and help when it matters most.

• Friendship is not important when you’re busy.

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How does the concert help people in their community?

• It entertains everyone and wins a trophy.

• It helps Ben and Amy become famous.

• It raises $700 to buy food for people who are hungry.

• It encourages other schools to start bands.

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