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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. Where did Montessori and her parents move so she could go to a better school?
(a) Brussels.
(b) New York.
(c) France.
(d) Rome.

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

3. In terms of furniture, what does Standing suggest a child prefers in "The Fundamental Problem & Prepared Environment"?
(a) Mulitcolored tables.
(b) Light colored tables.
(c) Fancy marble tables.
(d) Dark colored tables.

4. When should a new Montessori school introduce didactic materials?
(a) When the children are ready.
(b) When the children reach 7 years old.
(c) When the right rapport have been created.
(d) At the very begining of the year.

5. What is the aim of practicing life tasks such as domestic chores?
(a) Allow for movement.
(b) To assist development.
(c) Help keep the room clean.
(d) Keep children busy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where can the reader find additional details about the Montessori method?

2. According to Montessori, in addition to early childhood, what other stage of development is one of great transformation?

3. According to Montessori, what occurs in terms of deviations, when an adult tries to help a child who does not need assistance?

4. During the time Montessori began working, who was making great efforts to understand the mentally ill?

5. What type of interaction occurs in the Montessori classroom?

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