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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Part Two : Chapter 2, Work, Sensorial, Normalcy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of classrooms does Montessori prefer?
(a) Small classes.
(b) Large classes.
(c) Mixed age classrooms.
(d) Classrooms with one adult per child.

2. According to Montessori, what is the first sign of normalization in a child?
(a) Apathy.
(b) Boredom.
(c) Concentration.
(d) Achievement.

3. Why was Montessori's choice in professions different?
(a) She knew nothing about the profession.
(b) Her parents disapproved.
(c) She was not smart enough for the profession.
(d) There was no female precedent.

4. When comparing normalized children to those in a traditional classroom, how are these children often described?
(a) As superior.
(b) As normal.
(c) As abnormal.
(d) As good children.

5. In terms of time, what is first created in the child's mind in order to comprehend time?
(a) Details of time.
(b) Days.
(c) Minutes.
(d) General divisions.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Montessori, in addition to early childhood, what other stage of development is one of great transformation?

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

3. What profession did Montessori eventually decide to pursue?

4. What groups of people were often placed in mental institutions during the time Montessori began working?

5. In addition to the qualities unique in children, what else does the Montessori method focus on?

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