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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to McConnell, what is the best word to use to encourage a dog's silence?
(a) Enough.
(b) Stop.
(c) Down.
(d) No.

2. Why is the "sensitive period" a crucial stage in development?
(a) Because it is when dogs learn to communicate and bond with one another.
(b) Because it is when dogs become familiar with humans and are housetrained.
(c) Because it is when dogs are housetrained and learn to communicate.
(d) Because it when dogs become familiar with humans and bond with one another.

3. McConnell concluded that animal handlers use slow, continuous notes for what purpose?
(a) To enourage animals to stay calm.
(b) To stop animals from disobeying.
(c) To distract animals from potential danger.
(d) To get animals to slow down.

4. What is one way humans can teach dogs to see them as familiar and not a stranger?
(a) Talk in the same voice.
(b) Walk the dog every day.
(c) Wear a hat around the house.
(d) Eat in front of the dog.

5. What physical behaviors in a dog are NOT important?
(a) Mouth and eyes.
(b) Breathing rate.
(c) Sitting and standing.
(d) Leaning forward and back.

Short Answer Questions

1. When a dog's corners of the mouth are forward, what is it a sign of?

2. When does the "sensitive period" occur in a dog's life?

3. What form of play does McConnell NOT recommend?

4. What is the best way to sniff, according to McConnell?

5. According to McConnell, where do dogs not necessarily like to be petted?

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