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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Part One : Chapter 2, Development &.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Standing state a Montessori teacher should attend to the children?
(a) Very hands on.
(b) Be a lecturer.
(c) Be a minimalist.
(d) Offer help only to disabled children.

2. When given the chance, how does the Montessori method suggest children will function?
(a) Independently.
(b) As a harmonious group.
(c) As adults.
(d) Chaotically.

3. Why was Montessori's choice in professions different?
(a) She was not smart enough for the profession.
(b) She knew nothing about the profession.
(c) Her parents disapproved.
(d) There was no female precedent.

4. When Montessori gave up her medical practice to focus on her teaching, where was she invited a number of times?
(a) England.
(b) Asia.
(c) Japan.
(d) America.

5. Where did Montessori find work after completing her schooling?
(a) Hospital.
(b) Factory.
(c) University.
(d) Insane asylum.

Short Answer Questions

1. In addition to the qualities unique in children, what else does the Montessori method focus on?

2. When did Montessori write her first book on her work?

3. In "Development," what did Montessori give a living representation of through the work and writings?

4. What element of a child's current activities did Montessori reduce and supplement with more structured activities?

5. What did Montessori value over words, according to a Catholic Priest that was quoted in "Development"?

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