Trivia Knowledge Quiz For Horse Lovers!

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Trivia Knowledge Quiz For Horse Lovers! - Quiz

Can you pass a quiz that’s all about horses? Horses are such beloved creatures. There are many fun facts about horses you may not know. A pony is not a baby horse. It is a fully grown horse that is small. The mother horse or mane is pregnant for eleven months. They are usually born in the spring. Most foals are born at night. Saddle up and let this quiz steer you in the right direction!

Questions and Answers

1.

What do you call a horses back end?
- A.
  
  Back quarters
- B.
  
  Bottom end
- C.
  
  Hind quarters
- D.
  
  Hind end
Correct Answer
C. Hind quarters

Explanation
Some people do call the Horses back end 'hind end', but hindquarters is the proper description.

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2.

Horses are creatures of _____ .

Correct Answer
habit

Explanation
Horses are creatures of habit. They prefer to have routines where things are done at certain times, they like to know what's going to happen, changing a routine can be stressful for a horse,

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3.

Which of the following is not a horse breed?
- A.
  
  Criollo
- B.
  
  New Forest
- C.
  
  Sheltie
- D.
  
  Trakener
Correct Answer
C. Sheltie

Explanation
Sheltie is not a horse breed. Criollo, New Forest, and Trakener are all recognized horse breeds.

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4.

To measure a horse, you go from the ground to a horse's what?
- A.
  
  Withers
- B.
  
  Top of its head
- C.
  
  Top of its ears
- D.
  
  Back
Correct Answer
A. Withers

Explanation
To measure a horse, you go from the ground to a horse's withers. The withers are the highest point of a horse's shoulder, located at the base of its neck. Measuring from the ground to the withers is a standard method to determine a horse's height, as it provides an accurate and consistent reference point. The top of its head and top of its ears may vary depending on the horse's posture, while the back is not typically used for measuring a horse's height.

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5.

A horse can only breathe through its nostrils / nasal passages.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Horses can only breathe through their nostrils or nasal passages because they do not have the ability to breathe through their mouths. This is because their nasal passages are specifically designed to filter out dust and other particles from the air they breathe, helping to keep their respiratory system clean and healthy. Breathing through their nostrils also allows horses to regulate the temperature and humidity of the air they inhale, which is important for their overall well-being.

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Trivia Knowledge Quiz For Horse Lovers!

What do you call a horses back end?

Horses are creatures of _____ .

Which of the following is not a horse breed?

To measure a horse, you go from the ground to a horse's what?

A horse can only breathe through its nostrils / nasal passages.