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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the first step a person should do in order to ingratiate her or himself with a dog?
(a) Give treats from your hand.
(b) Talk to the dog from ten feet away.
(c) Throw treats from ten feet away.
(d) Approach the dog.

3. What kind of dog lunges at McConnell in front of an audience in the opening chapter?
(a) A Rottweiler.
(b) A mastiff.
(c) A pitbull.
(d) A German shepherd.

4. How does McConnell respond to the dog when it lunges at her in front of an audience?
(a) She yells at the dog.
(b) She kicks the dog.
(c) She retreats from the dog.
(d) She pets the dog.

5. Why do wolf and canine packs use "hip slams" and "shoulder slams"?
(a) To hide their fear.
(b) To entice the opposite sex.
(c) To appear larger than they are.
(d) To stake out their territory.

Short Answer Questions

1. How should a person greet a new dog so as not to appear aggressive or rude?

2. According to McConnell, what is the best word to use to encourage a dog's silence?

3. According to McConnell, what does the episode with the dog who lunges at her illustrate the importance of for an owner and trainer?

4. What ingrained behavior is considered affectionate for humans but rude for dogs and should be avoided?

5. How can a person tell if a dog is threatening or submissive?

(see the answer key)

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