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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 does Standing suggests that this book could be used as, despite its label as a biography?
(a) A Noble Prize winner.
(b) An elementary school book.
(c) A University textbook.
(d) A door stop.

2. According to Montessori, when does the ability to reason begin to strengthen?
(a) 3-6 years.
(b) 6-12 years.
(c) Adulthood.
(d) 12-15 years.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the number one characteristic of a Montessori school?

2. From ages 0-3, Montessori considered the Absorbent Mind; what is another term for the absorbent mind?

3. According to Montessori, what is the child developing during the first epoch of his life?

4. According to Montessori, what is a sensitive period?

5. In "Work, Sensorial, Normalcy," what does Standing mean by sensorial world?

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