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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Standing suggests that individuals set out to create two worlds, one within and one without, when does he state this begins?
(a) As a toddler.
(b) As an adolescent.
(c) At Birth.
(d) An an adult.

2. Where did Montessori find work after completing her schooling?
(a) Factory.
(b) University.
(c) Insane asylum.
(d) Hospital.

3. As Montessori began working for underprivileged children, she had two assistants and how many children?
(a) 30.
(b) 60.
(c) 50.
(d) 40.

4. What does Standing state, in Book 1, Chapter 2 , Montessori was a champion for?
(a) Taxes.
(b) Peace.
(c) Separation.
(d) Wealth distribution.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. As Montessori's popularity grew, what did she realize about the reach of her teaching methods?

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

3. When given the chance, how does the Montessori method suggest children will function?

4. What profession did Montessori eventually decide to pursue?

5. In "Development," what were children given in a Montessori classroom that was evident through their obedience toward adults and ability to strive for perfection on their own terms?

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