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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the only organization designed to represent and promote the principles of the Montessori method?
(a) Teachers for Montessori.
(b) Association Montessori Internationale.
(c) Teachers for America.
(d) The National Organized Teaching Association.

2. In "Development," what was unique about what children are able to do in a Montessori classroom in terms of their mistakes?
(a) Nothing is done.
(b) They can correct them.
(c) They are made fun of because of them.
(d) They are punished for them.

3. What does Standing state is the strength of this book?
(a) Explanation of the Montessori principles.
(b) Discussion of Maria's life.
(c) Discussion of traditional education.
(d) Grammar.

4. After finding it too difficult to continue her work in Italy, where did Montessori go to continue her work?
(a) Spain.
(b) England.
(c) America.
(d) China.

5. In "Development," what did Montessori give a living representation of through the work and writings?
(a) The problems of education.
(b) The zeitgeist of the age.
(c) The challenge of education.
(d) The problems of society.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Standing suggests that this book could be used as, despite its label as a biography?

2. As Montessori began working for underprivileged children, she had two assistants and how many children?

3. Why was Montessori's choice in professions different?

4. During the time discussed in "Introductory Materials, Preparations & Discovery," what does Montessori discover about those she helped?

5. Who persecuted Montessori's schools and teaching methods?

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