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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does McConnell respond to the dog when it lunges at her in front of an audience?
(a) She yells at the dog.
(b) She kicks the dog.
(c) She pets the dog.
(d) She retreats from the dog.

2. When do humans that dogs are accustomed to become strangers?
(a) When the shape of their body changes.
(b) When the color of their clothing changes.
(c) When the feel of their skin changes.
(d) When the sound of their voice changes.

3. What ingrained behavior is considered affectionate for humans but rude for dogs and should be avoided?
(a) Kissing.
(b) Hugging.
(c) Rubbing.
(d) Talking.

4. What kind of dog lunges at McConnell in front of an audience in the opening chapter?
(a) A Rottweiler.
(b) A pitbull.
(c) A mastiff.
(d) A German shepherd.

5. What is one way humans can teach dogs to see them as familiar and not a stranger?
(a) Walk the dog every day.
(b) Eat in front of the dog.
(c) Talk in the same voice.
(d) Wear a hat around the house.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is "doggie play bow"?

2. How do you teach a dog to come?

3. How does a person "release the pressure" after a block has been initiated?

4. According to McConnell what is a great way for rewarding a dog that stays?

5. What myth do humans perpetuate about dog's regard for them, according to McConnell?

(see the answer key)

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