Do You Know Harness Racing?
This quiz has some basic and some hard questions about Harness racing
(some question may involve australian racing because its where i am from)
- 1.
What horses involve Harness racing??
- A.
Standardbred
- B.
Thoroughbred
- C.
Tennessee walking horse
- D.
Arabian
- E.
Other
Correct Answer
A. StandardbredExplanation
Harness racing involves Standardbred horses. Standardbreds are a specific breed of horse that are known for their ability to trot or pace at a fast speed while pulling a two-wheeled cart called a sulky. They are specifically bred and trained for harness racing, which is a popular form of horse racing where the horses compete in a specific gait while pulling the sulky and driver. Thoroughbreds, Tennessee Walking Horses, Arabians, and other breeds are not typically involved in harness racing.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Whats a Buxton??
- A.
A thing they use to make a horse go faster
- B.
A thing which helps a pacer keep stride
- C.
A thing that goes under a horses tail to keep the harness in place
- D.
Another name for a breastcoller
- E.
Another name for a sulky
Correct Answer
D. Another name for a breastcollerExplanation
A Buxton is another name for a breastcollar. A breastcollar is a piece of horse equipment that is used to secure the harness or saddle by going around the horse's chest. It helps to distribute the weight of the load and keep the harness or saddle in place.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who is the second horse to win the interdominon 3 times in a row?
- A.
Captain sandy
- B.
Blacks a fake
- C.
Fake left
- D.
Hondo grattan
- E.
Our sir valcelot
Correct Answer
B. Blacks a fakeExplanation
Blacks a fake won the interdominion in 2006,2007 and in 2008 he is even going for his 4th interdominion in 2009
Our sir vancelot was the first horse to win 3 interdominions and fake left was blacks a fake(and many other famous racehorses)sireRate this question:
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- 4.
What does it mean when a horse is blowing up??
- A.
A horse has all of a sudden exploted in a race
- B.
A horse was at the back and now is at the frount
- C.
A horse is comming very quicky in the inside
- D.
A horse is dropping back
- E.
A horse which has had a very hard run, is not at its peak fitness, or does not handle the rigours of a race very well
Correct Answer
E. A horse which has had a very hard run, is not at its peak fitness, or does not handle the rigours of a race very wellExplanation
When a horse is "blowing up," it means that the horse has had a very hard run, is not at its peak fitness, or does not handle the rigours of a race very well. This term is commonly used in horse racing to describe a horse that is struggling or losing stamina during a race due to fatigue or lack of fitness. It indicates that the horse is not performing at its best and may struggle to maintain its speed or position in the race.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What does it mean when a horse is Coasting
- A.
A horse is going off the track
- B.
A horse which is going easily or travelling without pressure in a race, usually in front
- C.
A horse is being hard to handle
- D.
A horse is at its peek
- E.
A horse is tired and breathing heavy
Correct Answer
B. A horse which is going easily or travelling without pressure in a race, usually in frontExplanation
Coasting in horse racing refers to a horse that is going easily or traveling without pressure in a race, typically in front. This means that the horse is not being pushed or urged by the jockey and is maintaining a comfortable pace without any exertion. It suggests that the horse is in control and is able to maintain its position without much effort.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Whats a murphy blind??
- A.
A horse that is almost blind
- B.
A horse that is so big the driver cannot see
- C.
A small piece of leather that can be attached to a horse's bridle in order to help keep his head straight
- D.
A piece of eqiptment that goes on a horses foot like a boot
Correct Answer
C. A small piece of leather that can be attached to a horse's bridle in order to help keep his head straightExplanation
A "murphy blind" refers to a small piece of leather that can be attached to a horse's bridle. This piece of equipment helps keep the horse's head straight.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What is an open bridle??
- A.
A bridle that does not have blinkers or "blinds" on it, and allows the horse full vision on all sides.
- B.
A bridle that has certain things missing off it
- C.
A bridle that anyone can use(borrow from someone,somewhere)
Correct Answer
A. A bridle that does not have blinkers or "blinds" on it, and allows the horse full vision on all sides.Explanation
An open bridle refers to a bridle that does not have blinkers or "blinds" attached to it. This type of bridle allows the horse to have full vision on all sides, as there are no obstructions blocking their view.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who are all harness racers related who?
- A.
Darley arab
- B.
Blacks a fake
- C.
messager
- D.
Topnotcher
Correct Answer
C. messagerExplanation
Messenger was a grey THOUGHBRED which has crosses to all three of the Thoroughbred foundation sires, particularly the Godolphin Arabian, and although his sire was a trotter, Messenger never ran a trot race. While still in England, he started in 16 flat races and won ten of them. Messenger's races, usually less than two and half miles, were mainly "match" races in which the side bets far exceeded the purse.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When did messager die?
- A.
2000
- B.
1861
- C.
1997
- D.
1756
- E.
1808
Correct Answer
E. 1808Explanation
Messenger died on January 8, 1808 at the age of 28. He's buried on long islandRate this question:
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- 10.
Who is Blacks a fake driven and trained by by???
- A.
Gavin lang
- B.
Brian Hancock
- C.
Natalie Rasmussen
Correct Answer
C. Natalie RasmussenExplanation
Natalie Rasmussen is the correct answer because she is the one who drives and trains Blacks, the fake horse.Rate this question:
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