How Much Do You Know About Horses?
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So. . . How much do you think you know? A lot? Take this quiz to find out your "Horse IQ"!
- 1.
When you tie your horse to a post, you should:
- A.
Tie a tight knot that will keep them in place
- B.
You shouldn't tie them
- C.
Tie a loose knot that will give if they spook or run
- D.
Tie a pretty bow
- E.
Double knot it and make a pretty bow for show
Correct Answer
C. Tie a loose knot that will give if they spook or runExplanation
Yes, you want to keep your horse, but you also want it to be comfy! Tying a super-tight knot wouldn't be that nice to the horse!Rate this question:
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- 2.
If a horse needs 2.2 pounds of hay per 100 pounds of body weight per day, how much hay does a 900 pound horse need in a day?
Correct Answer
19.8 poundsExplanation
900 is 9 times 100, so do 9 times 2.2 and you get 19.8. Add the label.Rate this question:
- 3.
Horses born with SCID virus have...
- A.
Painful sores and scabs on their legs
- B.
Infection of the part of the hoof called the frog
- C.
Difficulty breathing
- D.
Impaction colic
- E.
No immune systems
Correct Answer
E. No immune systemsExplanation
SCID virus is very serious. Horses can die from it! After all, no immune systems is a big issue!Rate this question:
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- 4.
Riding gloves can...
- A.
Prevent blisters
- B.
Give you a better grip on the reins
- C.
Control the horse's head
- D.
Protect your hands against the elements
- E.
Keep your hands a perfect temperature
Correct Answer(s)
A. Prevent blisters
B. Give you a better grip on the reins
D. Protect your hands against the elementsExplanation
There are 3 reasons riding gloves are used, protection, grip, and prevention. They are all listed here.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where did fox hunting originate?
Correct Answer(s)
The United KingdomExplanation
The United Kingdom started the now bigger sport of fox hunting, done on horses. Now, it is done in many more countries!Rate this question:
- 6.
What gene is responsible for making a chestnut horse palomino?
Correct Answer(s)
CreamExplanation
If a cream and chestnut horse breed, you get a palomino. That's because the genes mix together right.Rate this question:
- 7.
What type of tack is used for a Lippizan horse?
- A.
Jumping
- B.
Racing
- C.
Dressage
- D.
Western
- E.
English
Correct Answer
C. DressageExplanation
Lippizan horses use only Dressage tack. That is the choice that best suits them.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What was the name of Alexander the Great's black horse?
Correct Answer
BucephalusExplanation
Bucephalus was Alexander's loyal and trustworthy horse. He was a nice guy to have as a partner!Rate this question:
- 9.
A hand is...
- A.
Four inches
- B.
Ten centimeters
- C.
A foot
- D.
18 centimeters
- E.
6 inches
Correct Answer(s)
A. Four inches
B. Ten centimetersExplanation
A hand, horse measurements, is 4 in or 10 cm.Rate this question:
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