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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How many animal handlers has McConnell researched for her book?
(a) 16.
(b) 202.
(c) 37.
(d) 104.

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

4. According to McConnell, which breed is considered to be one of the greatest sniffers?
(a) Italian greyhounds.
(b) Scottish terriers.
(c) Chiuahuas.
(d) Beagles.

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) Wear a hat around the house.
(c) Eat in front of the dog.
(d) Talk in the same voice.

Short Answer Questions

1. When a dog plays "keep away" what is she or he doing?

2. What are low pitched sounds used for?

3. What is McConnell doing when she mistakenly gets too close to the dog in front of an audience?

4. What command should be given to curb unwanted behavior, according to McConnell?

5. Who is usually confident in his position in the social hierarchy?

(see the answer key)

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