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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, Part Three : Chapter 1, Size, Movement, Instinct, Reason.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Standing state occurs naturally in children during the learning process?
(a) Incorrect answers.
(b) Satisfaction.
(c) Frustration.
(d) Repetition.

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

3. According to Montessori, which of the following is not a cause for a deviation?
(a) Failure to create.
(b) Inhibition.
(c) Invasion.
(d) Freedom.

4. According to Standing, what does the inner rhythm of the child represents?
(a) Chaos.
(b) Musician.
(c) Organization.
(d) Mystic.

5. What does Standing state, in Book 1, Chapter 2 , Montessori was a champion for?
(a) Separation.
(b) Wealth distribution.
(c) Taxes.
(d) Peace.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the physical environment important in the classroom?

2. In "Size, Movement, Instinct, Reason," what does Standing suggest is a fundamental feature about the physical aspects of the Montessori classroom?

3. What is an natural and important factor to children's learning according to Standing in "Work, Sensorial, Normalcy"?

4. What process does not complete itself for several years after birth and can be fostered by the Montessori school?

5. Why are children initially unaware of cause and effect?

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