The preschool movement can be traced back as far as the 4th century B.C. When Plato stressed the importance of early childhood, and the necessity of family co-operation. A study of ancient history reveals that some of the early philosophers, preachers(布道师) and educational reformers considered the significance of parent-child relationships, and made plans for improved education for infants and young children. However, it is in the 17th century that early child hood education as we know it received its impetus(推进).
In the history of education, several educational leaders have made valuable early contributions to the preschool movement. The pioneer work of Comenius, Rousseau, Basedow, Pestalozzi and Froebel in this field is particularly noteworthy. More recently, important additions were made by Montessori, Dewey, and others. Early in the 20th century, organized planning for preschool training led to the introduction of institutions designed specially for this purpose. In En
A. was practiced even in ancient Greece and Rome
B. was not advanced until the 17th century
C. was first accepted in America in the 18th century
D. was denied by Froebel
Witchcraft, also called black magic, is the power or practices of witches. Western people used to believe that witches had supernatural powers. they were supposed to be able to call up spirits and make them do evil things. Their special helping spirits are called "familiars", who take the form of animals, particularly cats, snakes, owls, and dogs.
Some people believed witches had the power to change into animals. This power enabled them to travel about secretly. Witches also were said to be able to fly. They flew by riding brooms or rakes, or riding magical animals. Witches had great knowledge of how to make magical potions and charms, which were used to change people’s behavior. Witches were believed to be able to see into the future. They were also believed to have the evil eye—that is, the ability to harm or kill by looking. When crops failed, horses ran away, cattle sickened, wagon broke, women miscarried, or storms destroyed house, a witch was a
A. Witches had the ability to change into animals.
B. Witches had the ability to harm or kill by looking.
C. Witches were able to see into the future.
D. Witches were able to change people into animals.
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