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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. In addition to the qualities unique in children, what else does the Montessori method focus on?
(a) Changes as children age.
(b) Relationships with parents.
(c) Ability to read.
(d) Competition among children.

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

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

4. What type of work does the Montessori school promote?
(a) Student-student paired work.
(b) Independent work.
(c) Group work.
(d) Child-Adult paired work.

5. What does Standing state that small children often accept?
(a) The impossible.
(b) Only truth.
(c) Their dependance.
(d) Adult explanations.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Standing state occurs naturally in children during the learning process?

2. According to Montessori, when does the second epoch of development begin?

3. In "Exploration, Development," what does Standing suggest is the reasoning some put behind the children's ability to work on their own in a Montessori classroom?

4. As discussed in "Introductory Materials, Preparations & Discovery" based on Montessori's discovery, what was she initially able to do?

5. What is the first stage of development, ranging from age 0-6 years, considered?

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