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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, Part 4 : Chapter 2, Liberty in Education & the Montessori Directress.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of interaction occurs in the Montessori classroom?
(a) Teacher-Environment.
(b) Teacher-Child.
(c) Teacher-Child-Environment.
(d) Child-Environment.

2. According to Montessori, in a class of normalized children, what takes the place of competition?
(a) Unfriendliness.
(b) Mutual aid.
(c) Apathy.
(d) Lack of expectations.

3. When given the chance, how does the Montessori method suggest children will function?
(a) Chaotically.
(b) Independently.
(c) As adults.
(d) As a harmonious group.

4. What lessons should be combined with lessons of practical life?
(a) Grace and courtesy.
(b) National songs.
(c) Mathematics.
(d) Reading and writing.

5. How did Montessori begin trying to help those less fortunate?
(a) Giving them better medication.
(b) Smuggling them out of the hospital.
(c) Teaching them how to read.
(d) Observing.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "The Explorer" chapter, what term is used to discuss the change we all face throughout life?

2. According to Montessori, what is the first sign of normalization in a child?

3. When considering the fact that the child creates his own mind, what does Standing suggest separates man from animal?

4. What is an natural and important factor to children's learning according to Standing in "Work, Sensorial, Normalcy"?

5. What does Montessori feel the first step to teacher preparation should be?

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