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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, Part 5 : Chapter 1, Montessori & Froebel.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Standing, what does the inner rhythm of the child represents?
(a) Organization.
(b) Musician.
(c) Chaos.
(d) Mystic.

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

3. In "Practical Life & Mental Processes," what does Standing suggest is a conquest to be won by humans?
(a) Balance.
(b) Knowledge.
(c) Understanding.
(d) Respect.

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

5. In "Size, Movement, Instinct, Reason," what does Standing suggest is a fundamental feature about the physical aspects of the Montessori classroom?
(a) Bare walls.
(b) Child sized furniture.
(c) Bright colors.
(d) Informational walls.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Liberty in Education & the Montessori Directress," what does the role of the Montessori teacher resemble?

2. According to Montessori, what is the first sign of normalization in a child?

3. Rather than to teach children, what is the true goal of the Montessori method?

4. What is a famous characteristic of the Montessori school?

5. According to the beginning of "Liberty in Education & the Montessori Directress," how did the Montessori school define good education?

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