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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Life in A Maori School, 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Ashton-Warner describe the energy released during the spelling period in "The Mechanics of Teaching Organic Spelling"?
(a) Frightening.
(b) Exhilerating.
(c) Chaotic.
(d) Energizing.

2. How did Ashton-Warner describe the vocabulary in most set early readers?
(a) Boring.
(b) Unrealistic.
(c) Dead.
(d) Too happy.

3. According to Erich Fromm, what is the outcome of the unlived life?
(a) Depression.
(b) Destructiveness.
(c) Suicide.
(d) Substance abuse.

4. What superhero was included in the list of student words in "Organic Reading"?
(a) Wonderwoman.
(b) Superman.
(c) Spiderman.
(d) Batman.

5. Between what hours did Ashton-Warner focus on creativity through work on the key vocabulary?
(a) 8:00 and 9:30.
(b) 12:30 and 2:00.
(c) 9:00 and 10:30.
(d) 10:00 and 11:30.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which student did Ashton-Warner say was one of her brightest and most sensitive, despite the poor handwriting?

2. What composer was NOT mentioned among the list Ashton-Warner used in her classroom?

3. What instrument did Waiwini play?

4. What did the students do with their cards after they were handed out?

5. What pet did Matawhero bring to school in "Post Holiday Notes?"

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