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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 Montessori, what is the child developing during the first epoch of his life?
(a) Individuality.
(b) Spirit.
(c) Physical strength.
(d) Mental strength.

2. According to Montessori, what is necessary for a child to be able to overcome or make right any misstep in the environment?
(a) Rapport between the child and the environment.
(b) Abstract thinking.
(c) Concrete thinking.
(d) Good problem solving skills.

3. Why was Montessori's choice in professions different?
(a) She knew nothing about the profession.
(b) Her parents disapproved.
(c) She was not smart enough for the profession.
(d) There was no female precedent.

4. How does the Montessori method distinguish itself from other educational models?
(a) Have no rules.
(b) Provide more free time.
(c) Teach in large classes.
(d) Genuinely develop a child's personality.

5. According to Standing, how did some visitors view unusual tasks seen in a Montessori classroom?
(a) Interesting.
(b) A waste of time.
(c) Good learning experience.
(d) Not appropriate for the classroom.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Standing, what happens when the obstacles are removed from the path of the children?

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

3. What must a teacher understand to be successful in the Montessori classroom?

4. What must not be the only concern when designing a Montessori classroom?

5. What is the goal of silence in the Montessori classroom?

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