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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From ages 0-3, Montessori considered the Absorbent Mind; what is another term for the absorbent mind?
(a) Stagnant.
(b) Unconscious.
(c) Working.
(d) Conscious.

2. As Montessori's popularity grew, what did she realize about the reach of her teaching methods?
(a) They can be taught to parents.
(b) They could be effective up to the University age.
(c) They are limited to early childhood.
(d) They would not be understood in some countries.

3. How did Montessori begin trying to help those less fortunate?
(a) Teaching them how to read.
(b) Giving them better medication.
(c) Observing.
(d) Smuggling them out of the hospital.

4. According to Montessori, in addition to early childhood, what other stage of development is one of great transformation?
(a) 9 year olds.
(b) Toddler.
(c) Adulthood.
(d) Adolescence.

5. According to Montessori, what is a sensitive period?
(a) A period of increased ability to learn.
(b) Period where deviations may occur.
(c) Puberty.
(d) Increased emotional time.

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

7. 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 internal changes.
(c) There are no differences.
(d) Adults try to make external changes.

8. In terms of time, what is first created in the child's mind in order to comprehend time?
(a) Minutes.
(b) Details of time.
(c) General divisions.
(d) Days.

9. As Montessori began working for underprivileged children, she had two assistants and how many children?
(a) 30.
(b) 60.
(c) 40.
(d) 50.

10. What element of a child's current activities did Montessori reduce and supplement with more structured activities?
(a) Nap time.
(b) Time outside.
(c) Free play.
(d) Reading time.

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

12. Where can the reader find additional details about the Montessori method?
(a) The library.
(b) At a local teaching university.
(c) Montessori enducational system organizations.
(d) The author's other books.

13. How does Standing state a Montessori teacher should attend to the children?
(a) Very hands on.
(b) Be a lecturer.
(c) Be a minimalist.
(d) Offer help only to disabled children.

14. According to Montessori, which of the following is not an indication of the transition form the first to the second stage of childhood?
(a) Boys become thinner.
(b) Voice drops.
(c) Increased confidence.
(d) Milk teeth fall out.

15. What does Standing compare the universe to when discussing how a child may see it?
(a) A straight line.
(b) A maze.
(c) An illusion.
(d) A jigsaw puzzle.

Short Answer Questions

1. When given the chance, how does the Montessori method suggest children will function?

2. In addition to the qualities unique in children, what else does the Montessori method focus on?

3. Because of persecution from some groups, what happened to Montessori's teaching materials and books?

4. According to Montessori, what is the primary tool for learning in infants and very young children?

5. What type of environment does a Montessori school provide?

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