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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 does Aristotelian philosophy suggest about theories that separate the soul and body?

2. In terms of reading fairy tales to children, what is a main factor when considering the appropriateness of this?

3. In "Size, Movement, Instinct, Reason," what stage of development is the child, at birth, considered, according to the Standing?

4. In "The Fundamental Problem & Prepared Environment," what type of food, does Standing state a child might prefer over a $500 ornate lunch?

5. What simile about children is used by both Montessori and Froebel?

Short Essay Questions

1. According to Standing, what is one mistake some may make in developing or overseeing a Montessori school?

2. In "The Fundamental Problem & Prepared Environment," what are the parts of a prepared environment?

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

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

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

6. Why can it be said that the Montessori method revels the true nature of children?

7. Why does the Montessori method keep a young child in a limited circle within the prepared environment?

8. According to Standing, what was Montessroi's view on the nature of play?

9. What is meant by Weltanschauung?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

The Montessori method gained much popularity throughout the world. Despite this popularity, Montessori schools and methods are not the common method for teaching. Why do you think this is the case? What factors have and continue to play a role in determining the reach of the Montessori method? Use information from the book to support your answer.

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