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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Montessori write her first book on her work?
(a) 1899.
(b) 1929.
(c) 1919.
(d) 1909.

2. According to Standing, what is the nature of the psychic life of man?
(a) It is only present in the intelligent.
(b) It is repressed.
(c) It ends quickly.
(d) It goes on for ever.

3. What was one thing Montessori would telling her international training courses about teaching?
(a) Teach discipline.
(b) Teach learning.
(c) Teach a formatted curriculum.
(d) Teach teaching.

4. According to Standing, what do both the Montessori and the Froebel methods have a great affinity to produce?
(a) Accomplishment.
(b) Unity.
(c) Encouragement.
(d) Peace.

5. During the time Montessori began working, who was making great efforts to understand the mentally ill?
(a) Kennedy.
(b) Clements.
(c) Newton.
(d) Freud.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Standing, how did some visitors view unusual tasks seen in a Montessori classroom?

2. What occurs when children learn a task at the right period of their learning, or sensitive time?

3. In "Liberty in Education & the Montessori Directress," what does Standing suggests is one of the most attractive features of being a Montessori teacher?

4. What did Montessori feel would happen if one provides direct help for a child's mental growth needs during 0-6 year old?

5. What is a famous characteristic of the Montessori school?

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