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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Part Two : Chapter 1, The Explorer, Development &.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of environment does a Montessori school provide?
(a) Highly structured.
(b) Nurturing and independent.
(c) Nurtuting and dependent.
(d) All free time.

2. From ages 0-3, Montessori considered the Absorbent Mind; what is another term for the absorbent mind?
(a) Stagnant.
(b) Conscious.
(c) Working.
(d) Unconscious.

3. According to Montessori, what tends to occur when groups gather together, such as boys grouping together and girls grouping together?
(a) Group instinct.
(b) Gang mentality.
(c) Herd instinct.
(d) Sexual divisions.

4. Where can the reader find additional details about the Montessori method?
(a) Montessori enducational system organizations.
(b) The library.
(c) The author's other books.
(d) At a local teaching university.

5. As discussed in "Introductory Materials, Preparations & Discovery" based on Montessori's discovery, what was she initially able to do?
(a) Open a school.
(b) Provided these individuals with equipment.
(c) Make more money.
(d) Find a better job.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Standing compare the universe to when discussing how a child may see it?

2. What does Standing state is the strength of this book?

3. What is a famous characteristic of the Montessori school?

4. In "Exploration, Development," how does Standing describe the type of work that occurs among the children?

5. In "Exploration, Development," what does Standing suggest is absent in a Montessori school?

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