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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is considered a good class size in a traditional school?
(a) 15-25.
(b) 30-40.
(c) 25-30.
(d) 12-14.

3. What is the reason for the difference in number of students per class in the Montessori classroom compared to the traditional classroom?
(a) Ability to control the children.
(b) Enrollment numbers.
(c) Time constraints.
(d) Children lean from one another.

4. What must a teacher understand to be successful in the Montessori classroom?
(a) The child as a human being.
(b) The curriculum for the class.
(c) The backgroud of the Montessori method.
(d) The principles of learning.

5. What does the Montessori school enable children to do?
(a) Learn dependnce.
(b) Learn to accept criticism.
(c) Be domestic helpers.
(d) Act independently of adult influence.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Montessori method try to encourage concerning silence?

2. According to Standing, what is the highest form of spontaneous self-activity according to Froedlians?

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

4. What does Standing do in "Montessori & Froebel" that is typically frowned upon in formal writing?

5. In "Size, Movement, Instinct, Reason," what does Standing suggest is a fundamental feature about the physical aspects of the Montessori classroom?

Short Essay Questions

1. According to Standing, what was the main premise of Froebel's teaching method?

2. In "The Fundamental Problem & Prepared Environment," what ways do children right oppression?

3. According to Montessori, how can the struggle between the adult and the child end?

4. According to the Montessori philosophy, how are actions of grace and courtesy to be taught?

5. What is the significance of the physical aspects of the Montessori classroom?

6. When did Montessori disagree with Froebels use of free play and make believe?

7. What are some things that a Montessori teacher may teach directly to younger children?

8. What are the two distinct stages of learning in a Montessori classroom?

9. What is meant by Weltanschauung?

10. How did Montessori suggest one corrects deviations in learning and development?

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