Which Behavior Is an Example of Agonistic Behavior

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which behavior is an example of agonistic behavior?

• A) A dog raises its hackles, bares its teeth, and stands tall to appear threatening.
• B) A honeybee does a waggle dance to indicate the direction of food.
• C) A male ruffed grouse spreads its tail and beats its wings to attract a female.
• D) Ants mark their trails by releasing pheromones.

---

Definitions:

Hippocampus

A major part of the brain involved in learning and memory.

Medulla

A part of the brainstem that controls vital bodily functions such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.

Biological Clock

An internal mechanism in organisms that regulates biological rhythms and cycles, such as sleep-wake cycles, often in response to environmental cues.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for producing hormones that regulate essential bodily functions, including temperature, hunger, and sleep.