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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why can play fighting become dangerous?
(a) Because dogs won't stop.
(b) Because dogs are stronger.
(c) Because dogs use their mouths.
(d) Because dogs feel threatened.

2. According to McConnell, do all dogs enjoy petting?
(a) Yes, especially big dogs like to be petted.
(b) Yes, all dogs like to be petted.
(c) No, big dogs do not like to be petted.
(d) No, some dogs do not like to be petted.

3. If an owner wants to encourage movement in a dog, what should she or he do?
(a) Use both long, repetitive notes.
(b) Use long, spare notes.
(c) Use short, repetitive notes.
(d) Use both short and spare notes.

4. How many forms of play does McConnell recommend?
(a) One.
(b) Endless.
(c) Three.
(d) Six.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who displays affection by "ventral-ventral contact"?

3. What main difference is there between humans play fighting and dogs play fighting?

4. What is one way humans can teach dogs to see them as familiar and not a stranger?

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

(see the answer key)

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