English Horse Riding Quiz

1. Which of these saddles is LEAST suitable for jumping?

All purpose english saddle

Saddle-Seat Saddle

Synthetic All Purpose Saddle

Forward Seat Saddle

All purpose saddles and "forward seat" saddles (which are meant for jumping) provide good structure for your posture and your horse while jumping, and both leather and synthetics are suitable. However, saddle-seat saddles are not suitable for jumping.

Explanation

All purpose saddles and "forward seat" saddles (which are meant for jumping) provide good structure for your posture and your horse while jumping, and both leather and synthetics are suitable. However, saddle-seat saddles are not suitable for jumping.

2. A jump combination in which the horse lands after the first jump and immediately jumps over the second jump (with no strides inbetween) is called a ______ jump.

A jump combination in which the horse lands after the first jump and immediately jumps over the second jump (with no strides in between) is called a bounce jump. This type of jump requires the horse to have good balance, coordination, and athleticism to successfully execute the combination without taking any strides in between the jumps. The term "bounce" accurately describes the quick and seamless nature of this type of jump.

Explanation

A jump combination in which the horse lands after the first jump and immediately jumps over the second jump (with no strides in between) is called a bounce jump. This type of jump requires the horse to have good balance, coordination, and athleticism to successfully execute the combination without taking any strides in between the jumps. The term "bounce" accurately describes the quick and seamless nature of this type of jump.

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3. Two Point position and jumping position are the same thing.

True

False

Two Point position is just another name for jumping position. It is called "two point" because all your weight is on two points: your left foot and your right foot.

Explanation

Two Point position is just another name for jumping position. It is called "two point" because all your weight is on two points: your left foot and your right foot.

4. Which one of these horses is using a RUNNING MARTINGALE?

A running martingale encourages the horse to keep his head down. The other pictures showed a breast collar, standing martingale, and grass reins.

Explanation

A running martingale encourages the horse to keep his head down. The other pictures showed a breast collar, standing martingale, and grass reins.

5. Dropped nosebands are allowed in dressage in 2nd Level.

True

False

These nosebands are allowed in Training, 1st, and 2nd Level USEF dressage.

Explanation

These nosebands are allowed in Training, 1st, and 2nd Level USEF dressage.

6. Which of these foods is toxic to horses?

Watermelon

Tomatoes

Bananas

Broccoli

Tomatoes are toxic to horses because they contain a substance called solanine, which is harmful to them. When horses consume tomatoes, it can lead to gastrointestinal upset, colic, and even more severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing and heart irregularities. Therefore, it is important to avoid feeding tomatoes to horses to ensure their well-being and prevent any potential health issues.

Explanation

Tomatoes are toxic to horses because they contain a substance called solanine, which is harmful to them. When horses consume tomatoes, it can lead to gastrointestinal upset, colic, and even more severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing and heart irregularities. Therefore, it is important to avoid feeding tomatoes to horses to ensure their well-being and prevent any potential health issues.

7. What kind of cross country jump is this?

Bank

Tri-top

Arrowhead

Coop

Coops are triangular jumps, and are very common cross country jumps because they are inviting to your horse.

Explanation

Coops are triangular jumps, and are very common cross country jumps because they are inviting to your horse.

8. When looking at conformation of a jumping horse, what are the most desirable features of their shoulder?

Long, sloping shoulder

Medium, gently sloping shoulder

Short, upright shoulder

A long, sloping shoulder helps the horse to take a longer, fuller stride.

Explanation

A long, sloping shoulder helps the horse to take a longer, fuller stride.

9. A horse bending or rounding his neck down is also called "being on the ________". (Although in thise picture, the horse's neck is rounded too much.)

On the round

On the flex

On the vertical

On the piaffe

The correct answer is "on the vertical". This term refers to when a horse bends or rounds its neck down, bringing its nose closer to the vertical line. In the given picture, the horse's neck is rounded too much, indicating an exaggerated version of being on the vertical.

Explanation

The correct answer is "on the vertical". This term refers to when a horse bends or rounds its neck down, bringing its nose closer to the vertical line. In the given picture, the horse's neck is rounded too much, indicating an exaggerated version of being on the vertical.

10. Which of these haters is a "safety halter" that will break when under extreme pressure?

Leather halters or halters with a leather crown-piece will break if the horse is pulling so hard that it could damage its head.

Explanation

Leather halters or halters with a leather crown-piece will break if the horse is pulling so hard that it could damage its head.

11. Order the steps of how to take care of your horse after hard exercise.

Step One

Step Two

Step Three

Step Four

After walking the horse for 10-15 minutes, you can quickly untack and then check the legs for cuts or swelling. Then, continue walking the horse until their temp. is normal again. You may put on a cooler or hose them off with cool water depending on the weather.

Explanation

After walking the horse for 10-15 minutes, you can quickly untack and then check the legs for cuts or swelling. Then, continue walking the horse until their temp. is normal again. You may put on a cooler or hose them off with cool water depending on the weather.

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12. Which colors of show coats are allowed for informal competitions? (according to the United States Pony Club) You may select more than one.

Navy Blue

Grey

Black

Hunter Green

Black is acceptable for formal competitions only, such as upper level dressage.

Explanation

Black is acceptable for formal competitions only, such as upper level dressage.

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