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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to McConnell, what can happen when an owner caters to a dog?
(a) Other dogs will be too aggressive with the dog.
(b) The dog will be well-adjusted.
(c) The dog may become too submissive.
(d) The dog can have behavior problems.

2. What command should be given to curb unwanted behavior, according to McConnell?
(a) Stop.
(b) No.
(c) Mind.
(d) Enough.

3. What does McConnell believe about how the majority of prospective owners base their decision to adopt or buy a dog on?
(a) She doesn't support it.
(b) She doesn't support certain breeds.
(c) She supports it.
(d) She supports certain breeds.

4. What do dogs need that owners should provide in order to prevent behavior problems?
(a) Exercise.
(b) Sleep.
(c) Humans.
(d) Treats.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is habituation?

3. What does "Motherese" mean?

4. Why is it important to ask a breeder about a dog's lineage?

5. What does a person who wants to block have to do?

(see the answer key)

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