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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to McConnell, what is NOT a reliable indicator of personality?
(a) The dog's.
(b) The mother's.
(c) The breed.
(d) The father's.

2. Why is it important to ask a breeder about a dog's lineage?
(a) To get as much information about its personality.
(b) To get as much information about its ability to show.
(c) To get as much information about its monetary worth.
(d) To get as much information about its physical traits.

3. What three things should an owner do to prevent a dog from leaping onto her or his lap?
(a) Body block, avert eye contact, tell the dog "No."
(b) Get up, make eye contact, tell the dog "Stop."
(c) Get up, avert eye contact, tell the dog "No."
(d) Body block, make eye contact, tell the dog "Stop."

4. Does McConnell believe that generalizations about breeds are correct?
(a) No.
(b) It depends on the breeder.
(c) It depends on the breed.
(d) Yes.

5. According to McConnell, why is there aggression in a social hierarchy?
(a) Because there is constant flux in every group.
(b) Because there are dogs fighting for dominance.
(c) Because the leader has to fight to remain dominant.
(d) Because all dogs are aggressive.

6. As an applied animal behaviorist, what is McConnell's least favorite responsibility?
(a) Setting up an adoption.
(b) Rehoming a dog.
(c) Training an aggressive dog.
(d) Putting a dog to sleep.

7. What does "ventral-ventral contact" mean?
(a) Hugging.
(b) Kissing.
(c) Eye contact.
(d) Physical closeness.

8. What is the example of "group bereavement" Andy Beck observed?
(a) A school of dolphins who swam in a circle around dead calves.
(b) A pack of wolves who stood in a cricle and faced dead pups.
(c) A herd of horses who stood in a circle and faced dead foals.
(d) A herd of elephants who stood in a circle around dead calves.

9. Why is constant contact with humans and other dogs important for dogs?
(a) So that contact with humans and other dogs becomes a pleasing, satisfying occurence.
(b) So that contct with humans and other dogs becomes an intimidating, significant occurence.
(c) So that contact with humans and other dogs becomes a safe, necessary occurrence.
(d) So that contact with humans and other dogs becomes a normal, healthy occurrence.

10. Who are dogs' ancestors?
(a) Wolverines.
(b) Wolves.
(c) Coyotes.
(d) Foxes.

11. What area of a dog's body is considered a form of dominance if petted?
(a) Sides.
(b) Head.
(c) Belly.
(d) Back.

12. McConnell states that a theory of "___________" is the ideal way to deal with a dog.
(a) "Tough love."
(b) "Benevolent leadership."
(c) "Benevolent love."
(d) "Tough leadership."

13. Who displays affection by "ventral-ventral contact"?
(a) Dogs.
(b) No one.
(c) Cats.
(d) Humans.

14. Should an owner choose a breed if she or he wants a personality?
(a) No.
(b) It depends on the breeder.
(c) It depends on the owner.
(d) Yes.

15. Why should an owner give two pats on the dog's head after saying the command to curb unwanted behavior?
(a) To release the dog from the command.
(b) To reassure the dog that it's okay to follow the command.
(c) To reinforce the command for the dog.
(d) To reward the dog for obeying the command.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the phenomenon McConnell discusses regarding death so poorly understood?

2. According to McConnell, what should an owner NOT assume about petting her or his dog?

3. Who are the omegas in a social hierarchy?

4. Who will spend an hour on grooming, according to McConnell?

5. What is a primate way of socializing?

(see the answer keys)

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