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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, Part 4 : Chapter 1, XV & XVI: The Fundamental Problem & Prepared Environment.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of things does Standing write astonish small children?
(a) Other people.
(b) Only unique things.
(c) The smallest things.
(d) Most new things.

2. According to Montessori, what are the two streams of development?
(a) Conscious and unconscious.
(b) Mental and metaphysical.
(c) Physical and unconscious.
(d) Mental and physical.

3. Who defined man as the rational animal?
(a) Socrates.
(b) Jung.
(c) Aristotle.
(d) Plato.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Montessori, what must be constructed before the individual can begin his movements?

2. When comparing the prepared environment of her classrooms, what did Montessori compare this to in the animal world?

3. What occurs when children learn a task at the right period of their learning, or sensitive time?

4. Who, according to Montessori, offers profound insight into the truths of human nature?

5. According to Montessori, what can be said about the adults feeling of oppressing their children?

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