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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 reason for the difference in number of students per class in the Montessori classroom compared to the traditional classroom?

2. What term refers to the infinite complexity of voluntary muscles?

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

4. How does the Montessori method distinguish itself from other educational models?

5. What is one example of an unusual task a visitor may see a Montessori child engaged in?

Short Essay Questions

1. According to Standing, what are the two classifications of practical life exercises?

2. According to Montessori, how does concentration play a role in the normalization of a child?

3. According to Montessori, what are the main factors of a child's life that may cause deviations?

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

5. What is the different between the teaching in a Froebel school compared to a teacher in a Montessori school?

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

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

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

9. What does Standing mean by the term Inner Command?

10. What are the two factors involved in the success of the prepared environment?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many traditional classrooms teach by showing material, however Montessori feel these visual aids are not enough. What does Standing suggest is needed to provide students will a full introduction and education on various topics according to the Montessori method? Provide examples.

Essay Topic 2

Provide an opinion on the effectiveness of the Montessori classroom. Do you think students attending a Montessori school are better off and if so in what ways? Use information and examples from the book to support your opinion.

Essay Topic 3

There is an example in the book that describes the reaction to something spilling in a Montessori classroom. The reaction of the child and the teacher in this instance is very different in a Montessori classroom compared to that in a traditional classroom. Why does Standing discuss this specific example? Use the book to provide support in your explanation for how the various reactions to this situation may affect the child involved.

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