Quiz on Animal Behavior

What is the definition of behavior in animals?

• The habitat in which an animal lives

• The genetic makeup of an animal

• The way an animal interacts with its environment

• The physical characteristics of an animal

Which of the following is an example of an innate behavior?

• A cat responding to a command

• A child learning to ride a bike

• A bird building a nest

• A dog learning to fetch a ball

What is a fixed action pattern?

• A response to a complex stimulus

• A genetically programmed sequence of actions

• A learned behavior that changes over time

• A behavior that is influenced by social interactions

What type of learning occurs when an animal ignores a repeated stimulus?

• Operant conditioning

• Habituation

• Cognitive behavior

• Imprinting

Who is known for his work on classical conditioning?

• Konrad Lorenz

• B.F. Skinner

• Charles Darwin

• Ivan Pavlov

What is operant conditioning?

• Learning through observation

• Learning through rewards and punishments

• Learning that occurs during a critical period

• Learning that is genetically inherited

What is imprinting?

• A permanent social attachment formed at a specific time

• A behavior that is learned through trial and error

• A response to environmental changes

• A temporary form of learning

Which behavior involves thinking and problem-solving?

• Habituation

• Classical conditioning

• Fixed action pattern

• Cognitive behavior

What is an example of a learned behavior?

• A bird migrating south for the winter

• A fish swimming in a school

• A dog learning to sit on command

• A cat grooming itself