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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the only organization designed to represent and promote the principles of the Montessori method?

2. As Montessori's popularity grew, what did she realize about the reach of her teaching methods?

3. As Montessori began working for underprivileged children, she had two assistants and how many children?

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

5. What does Standing state about the existence of the body as a baby experiences it?

Short Essay Questions

1. According to Montessori, why are infants and children considered explorers and philosophers?

2. What type of offers did Montessori receive to travel to America and continue her work there?

3. In "Development," Standing notes a crossroads in Montessori's life. What was this crossroad and the result?

4. What does Standing make clear about the content of this book?

5. According to Montessori, why were children often misunderstood?

6. What did other professionals, including other teachers of Montessori's time, assume about Monetessori's work as a teacher?

7. What type of challenges did Montessori face during her education and early career?

8. Why did Montessori suggest the the first nine volumes of Child Psychology have not been written?

9. How does Standing discuss the importance of order in children?

10. Based on the preface to this book, what is significant about the work Montessori did?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In discussing the work of Montessori, is it mentioned that there was an inexhaustible originality to the work. What does this mean and why does the author suggest this is the case? How does this originality play into the popularity of the teaching method? Use the book to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss how Montessori was a school reformer. How were children treated and what were schools like during her time that would classify her as a reformer? Explain your answer, using information from the book as support.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the discovery that occurs in children during learning and the effects this discovery has on their development. Consider factors discussed in the book such as how they made the discovery, on their own or with help, how long it took to make the discovery, and a child's interest in making the discovery.

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