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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When a dog's corners of the mouth are forward, what is it a sign of?
(a) Indifference.
(b) Excitement.
(c) Repose.
(d) Aggression.

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

3. How should a person greet a new dog so as not to appear aggressive or rude?
(a) Hold out a hand.
(b) Crouch down.
(c) Step forward.
(d) Lean back.

4. According to McConnell, small _______impart big meaning for a dog.
(a) Movements.
(b) Words.
(c) Looks.
(d) Treats.

5. When a person cocks his or her head, what does it tell the dog?
(a) I am dominant over you.
(b) I am submissive toward you.
(c) I am no threat to you.
(d) I am a threat to you.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to McConnell, how do dogs feel about humans petting them?

2. According to McConnell, what do decades of research indicate about what almost all dogs respond to?

3. According to McConnell, what does the episode with the dog who lunges at her illustrate the importance of for an owner and trainer?

4. What should an owner do who wants to avoid a dog from crawling into her or his lap?

5. Why do wolf and canine packs use "hip slams" and "shoulder slams"?

(see the answer key)

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