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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does a person "release the pressure" after a block has been initiated?
(a) By crouching down.
(b) By stepping aside.
(c) By turning around.
(d) By leaning back.

2. How can an owner encourage a dog to stop barking?
(a) Ignore the dog.
(b) Lure the dog with treats.
(c) Give the dog affection.
(d) Yell at the dog.

3. According to McConnell, how are dogs like humans when it comes to social hierarchy?
(a) Because a dog stays in its own category.
(b) Because a dog always wants to be with other dogs in the same category.
(c) Because a dog can fit into multiple categories.
(d) Because a dog always wants to be in the highest category.

4. What is the human equivalent of a "hip slam" and "shoulder slam"?
(a) "Arm block."
(b) "Leg block."
(c) "Back block."
(d) "Body block."

5. According to McConnell, much of a dog's behavior has to do with what is _______versus what is _______.
(a) Appealing; unappealing.
(b) Safe; dangerous.
(c) real; fake.
(d) Familiar; unfamiliar.

Short Answer Questions

1. What area of a dog's body is considered a form of dominance if petted?

2. What kind of dog lunges at McConnell in front of an audience in the opening chapter?

3. How many animal handlers has McConnell researched for her book?

4. What is "object play" associated with for humans?

5. What is the biggest misconception owner's make regarding their influence on a dog's behavior?

(see the answer key)

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