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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. According to Montessori, what is different in the way adults work compared to children?
(a) Adults have a better understanding of change.
(b) Adults try to make external changes.
(c) There are no differences.
(d) Adults try to make internal changes.

2. What does Standing state about the existence of the body as a baby experiences it?
(a) They are intriuged.
(b) They are uninterested.
(c) They can not make the connection.
(d) They do not realize it until much later.

3. According to Montessori, what effects does the herd instinct have in boys?
(a) Fight other groups.
(b) Learn more.
(c) Become mentally stronger.
(d) Wean them from maternal domination.

4. According to Montessori, what is necessary for children who have had disordering experiences?
(a) Direct instruction.
(b) Strict guidelines.
(c) Understanding teachers.
(d) Freedom to explore.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Montessori, which of the following is not an indication of the transition form the first to the second stage of childhood?

2. When did Montessori write her first book on her work?

3. According to Montessori, how do adults do their work?

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

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

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