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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, Part 4 : Chapter 1, XV & XVI: The Fundamental Problem & Prepared Environment.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Montessori, what is different in the way adults work compared to children?
(a) Adults try to make internal changes.
(b) There are no differences.
(c) Adults try to make external changes.
(d) Adults have a better understanding of change.

2. According to Montessori, what is a sensitive period?
(a) A period of increased ability to learn.
(b) Puberty.
(c) Increased emotional time.
(d) Period where deviations may occur.

3. Standing uses the expression 'Young Explorer'; what does he state is unique about the young explorer?
(a) He asks many questions.
(b) He loses interest easily.
(c) He rarely challenges himself.
(d) He is never idle.

4. What type of interaction occurs in the Montessori classroom?
(a) Teacher-Child.
(b) Teacher-Child-Environment.
(c) Child-Environment.
(d) Teacher-Environment.

5. What does Standing compare the universe to when discussing how a child may see it?
(a) An illusion.
(b) A straight line.
(c) A jigsaw puzzle.
(d) A maze.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what age do many educational professional (non Montessori) feel children should learn how to read?

2. According to Montessori, what can be said about the adults feeling of oppressing their children?

3. According to Montessori, what is the first sign of normalization in a child?

4. According to Montessori, what is necessary for children who have had disordering experiences?

5. What type of interaction occurs in a traditional classroom?

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