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.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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)

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

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

• Proven false

• Agreed on

• Judged unfairly

• Thought predictable

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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)

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

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.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

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

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

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.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2