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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. In "Size, Movement, Instinct, Reason," what does the author suggest about the development of a child when they are first born?
(a) They are like a bird.
(b) Development is complete.
(c) They are not ready to learn.
(d) They are incomplete.

2. In "Size, Movement, Instinct, Reason," what does the author state psychologists of this time placed an emphasis in?
(a) Inherited behaviors.
(b) Deviations.
(c) Learning theories.
(d) Positive behaviors.

3. According to Montessori, what must be constructed before the individual can begin his movements?
(a) The soul.
(b) The mind.
(c) The muscles.
(d) The psyche.

4. In "Development," what was unique about what children are able to do in a Montessori classroom in terms of their mistakes?
(a) They can correct them.
(b) They are punished for them.
(c) They are made fun of because of them.
(d) Nothing is done.

5. In "Exploration, Development," what does Standing suggest is absent in a Montessori school?
(a) Tests.
(b) Direction.
(c) Textbooks.
(d) Coercion.

Short Answer Questions

1. When comparing normalized children to those in a traditional classroom, how are these children often described?

2. According to Montessori, when does the ability to reason begin to strengthen?

3. According to Montessori, when does the second epoch of development begin?

4. In "Exploration, Development," how does Standing describe the type of work that occurs among the children?

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

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