Do You Know Horses & Horse Racing?
A fun quiz to test your knowledge on Horses & Horse Racing
- 1.
What horse was named Champion 2 year old filly in France for 1986?
- A.
Miesque
- B.
A.P. Indy
- C.
Easy Goer
- D.
Bed O'Roses
Correct Answer
A. MiesqueExplanation
Miesque was named Champion 2 year old filly in France for 1986.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What horse won England's Coronation Cup and the Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud before coming to North America where he won the Canadian International?
- A.
Bayakoa
- B.
Exceller
- C.
Dance Smartly
- D.
Bed O'Roses
Correct Answer
B. ExcellerExplanation
Exceller is the correct answer because he won both the Coronation Cup and the Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud in England before coming to North America. In addition, he also won the Canadian International in North America. Bayakoa, Dance Smartly, and Bed O'Roses did not win these specific races in England and North America.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What horse was named Champion 2-Year-Old Filly at the end of her first season?
- A.
Bayakoa
- B.
Bed O'Roses
- C.
Paseana
- D.
Sunday Silence
Correct Answer
B. Bed O'RosesExplanation
Bed O'Roses was named Champion 2-Year-Old Filly at the end of her first season. This means that she was recognized as the best filly horse in her age group during that year. The other options, Bayakoa, Paseana, and Sunday Silence, were not named Champion 2-Year-Old Filly, so they are not the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What trainer won his 17th Breeders' Cup race with the horse Orientate?
- A.
Wayne Lukas
- B.
Marty Jones
- C.
Murray Johnson
- D.
Bruce Jackson
Correct Answer
A. Wayne LukasExplanation
Wayne Lukas is the correct answer because he won his 17th Breeders' Cup race with the horse Orientate. This suggests that Wayne Lukas has a successful track record in the Breeders' Cup, winning multiple races in the past.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is trainer Claude R. McGaughey III's nickname?
- A.
Shug
- B.
Load
- C.
The Whip
- D.
Mac
Correct Answer
A. ShugExplanation
Trainer Claude R. McGaughey III's nickname is "Shug".Rate this question:
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- 6.
What was Laura de Seroux the second women to do in horse racing?
- A.
Train A Breeders' Cup Winner
- B.
Train A Triple Crown Winner
- C.
Ride A Triple Crown Winner
- D.
Own A Derby Winner
Correct Answer
A. Train A Breeders' Cup WinnerExplanation
Laura de Seroux was the second woman to train a Breeders' Cup Winner in horse racing. This means that she successfully prepared a horse under her training to win a race in the prestigious Breeders' Cup event. The Breeders' Cup is a highly regarded and competitive horse racing event, and being able to train a winning horse in this event is a significant accomplishment in the racing industry.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which horse was the 2002 Two Year Old Male Eclipse Award winner?
- A.
Macho Uno
- B.
Vindication
- C.
Storm Flag Flying
- D.
Ack Ack
Correct Answer
B. VindicationExplanation
Vindication was the 2002 Two Year Old Male Eclipse Award winner.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which horse was the 2002 Three Year Old Male Eclipse Award winner?
- A.
Point Given
- B.
War Emblem
- C.
Real Quiet
- D.
Azeri
Correct Answer
B. War EmblemExplanation
War Emblem was the 2002 Three Year Old Male Eclipse Award winner. This means that War Emblem, among the given options, was recognized as the best three-year-old male horse in 2002. The Eclipse Awards are prestigious honors in the horse racing industry, presented annually to the top horses and individuals in various categories.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which horse was the 2001 Three Year Old Male Eclipse Award winner?
- A.
Point Given
- B.
Hidden Lake
- C.
Surfside
- D.
Tiznow
Correct Answer
A. Point GivenExplanation
Point Given was the 2001 Three Year Old Male Eclipse Award winner. This means that Point Given, out of all the three-year-old male horses in 2001, was recognized as the best and most outstanding.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who won the 2000, 2001 and 2002 Eclipse Award for trainer?
- A.
Ron McAnally
- B.
Bobby Frankel
- C.
Bob Baffert
- D.
Bill Mott
Correct Answer
B. Bobby FrankelExplanation
Bobby Frankel won the 2000, 2001, and 2002 Eclipse Award for trainer.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What did Ryna Fogelsonger win the Eclipse Award for in 2002?
- A.
Award Of Merit
- B.
Apprentice Jockey
- C.
Owner -Breeder
- D.
Owner
Correct Answer
B. Apprentice JockeyExplanation
Ryna Fogelsonger won the Eclipse Award for Apprentice Jockey in 2002.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Which Breeders' Cup winner was owned by Robert E. Meyerhoff at the time of their win?
- A.
Princess Rooney
- B.
Black Tie Affair
- C.
Life's Magic
- D.
Concern
Correct Answer
D. ConcernExplanation
Concern was the Breeders' Cup winner owned by Robert E. Meyerhoff at the time of their win.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which Breeders' Cup winner was owned by Carolyn Hine at the time of their win?
- A.
Black Tie Affair
- B.
Arcangues
- C.
Skip Away
- D.
Life's Magic
Correct Answer
C. Skip AwayExplanation
Skip Away was owned by Carolyn Hine at the time of their win.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Which Breeders' Cup winner was owned by Daniel Wildenstein at the time of their win?
- A.
Life's Magic
- B.
Skip Away
- C.
Concern
- D.
Arcangues
Correct Answer
D. ArcanguesExplanation
Arcangues was owned by Daniel Wildenstein at the time of their Breeders' Cup win.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Which Breeders' Cup winner was owned by Jeffrey Sullivan at the time of their win?
- A.
Arcangues
- B.
Concern
- C.
Princess Rooney
- D.
Black Tie Affair
Correct Answer
D. Black Tie AffairExplanation
Black Tie Affair is the correct answer because he was owned by Jeffrey Sullivan at the time of his Breeders' Cup win. The question asks specifically about the owner at the time of the win, and Black Tie Affair fits this criteria.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Which Breeders' Cup winner was owned by Paula Tucker at the time of their win?
- A.
Concern
- B.
Black Tie Affair
- C.
Princess Rooney
- D.
Skip Away
Correct Answer
C. Princess RooneyExplanation
Princess Rooney is the correct answer because she was owned by Paula Tucker at the time of her Breeders' Cup win. The other options, Concern, Black Tie Affair, and Skip Away, were not owned by Paula Tucker during their respective Breeders' Cup victories.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which Breeders' Cup winner was owned by Mel Hatley & Eugene Klein at the time of their win?
- A.
Arcangues
- B.
Life's Magic
- C.
Black Tie Affair
- D.
Princess Rooney
Correct Answer
B. Life's MagicExplanation
Life's Magic was owned by Mel Hatley and Eugene Klein at the time of their win in the Breeders' Cup.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Who does writer Bill Finely write for?
- A.
The Blood-Horse
- B.
New York Times
- C.
Daily Racing Form
- D.
Daily News
Correct Answer
B. New York TimesExplanation
Bill Finely writes for the New York Times.Rate this question:
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- 19.
When did Seattle Slew die?
- A.
2002
- B.
1988
- C.
1994
- D.
1979
Correct Answer
A. 2002Explanation
Seattle Slew died in 2002.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Who is Laura Hillenbrand?
- A.
Owner Of Seattle Slew
- B.
First Female President Of Churchill Downs
- C.
Actress Who Starred In Seabiscuit Movie
- D.
Author Of Seabiscuit: An American Legend
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D. Author Of Seabiscuit: An American LegendExplanation
Laura Hillenbrand is the correct answer because she is the author of the book "Seabiscuit: An American Legend." This book tells the true story of the racehorse Seabiscuit and its rise to fame during the Great Depression. Hillenbrand's meticulous research and engaging storytelling have made the book a bestseller and a beloved piece of sports literature.Rate this question:
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- 21.
What owner had his first success in the U.S. when Thunder Gulch won the 1995 Derby?
- A.
Phillipe Rosnin
- B.
Michael Tabor
- C.
Anne Coughlan
- D.
Robert Frankel
Correct Answer
B. Michael TaborExplanation
Michael Tabor is the correct answer because he had his first success in the U.S. when Thunder Gulch won the 1995 Derby. This implies that Michael Tabor is the owner of Thunder Gulch and that this victory was his first successful race in the United States.Rate this question:
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- 22.
What did famous sportsman Phil G. Johnson do?
- A.
Trainer
- B.
Jockey
- C.
Breeder
- D.
Handicapper
Correct Answer
A. TrainerExplanation
Phil G. Johnson was a famous sportsman who worked as a trainer. As a trainer, he was responsible for preparing and conditioning athletes, particularly in the field of sports such as horse racing. Trainers play a crucial role in the success of athletes by developing their skills, creating training programs, and providing guidance and support. Phil G. Johnson's expertise and experience in training athletes made him a well-known figure in the sports industry.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Who was the Eclipse Award winning jockey in 1999?
- A.
Gary Stevens
- B.
Jorge Chavez
- C.
Jerry Bailey
- D.
Pat Day
Correct Answer
B. Jorge ChavezExplanation
Jorge Chavez was the Eclipse Award winning jockey in 1999. This means that he was recognized as the best jockey of the year by the Eclipse Awards, which are prestigious awards in the horse racing industry. Chavez's exceptional skills, performance, and achievements throughout the year set him apart from other jockeys and earned him this recognition.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Who won the Eclipse Award of Merit in 2002?
- A.
Jim McKay
- B.
Ogden Phipps And Howard Battle
- C.
Pat Day
- D.
Not Awarded
Correct Answer
B. Ogden Phipps And Howard BattleExplanation
Ogden Phipps and Howard Battle won the Eclipse Award of Merit in 2002.Rate this question:
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- 25.
What year was John Henry named Eclipse Award winning horse of the year?
- A.
1990
- B.
1987
- C.
1984
- D.
1999
Correct Answer
C. 1984Explanation
In 1984, John Henry was named the Eclipse Award winning horse of the year.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Joseph E. Widener purchased Hialeah Park in what year?
- A.
1931
- B.
1966
- C.
1925
- D.
1952
Correct Answer
A. 1931Explanation
Joseph E. Widener purchased Hialeah Park in 1931.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Tampa Bay Downs, the only Thoroughbred track on Florida's west coast opened what year?
- A.
1958
- B.
1988
- C.
1926
- D.
1932
Correct Answer
C. 1926Explanation
Tampa Bay Downs, the only Thoroughbred track on Florida's west coast, opened in 1926.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Which track was where jockey Julie Krone scored the first victory of her racing Hall of Fame career?
- A.
Tampa Bay Downs
- B.
Belmont Park
- C.
Arlington Park
- D.
Fairmount Park
Correct Answer
A. Tampa Bay DownsExplanation
Jockey Julie Krone scored the first victory of her racing Hall of Fame career at Tampa Bay Downs.Rate this question:
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- 29.
Which track became the first in Illinois to offer turf races in 1934?
- A.
Sportsman's Park
- B.
Arlington Park
- C.
Hawthorne Race Course
- D.
Fairmount Park
Correct Answer
B. Arlington ParkExplanation
Arlington Park became the first track in Illinois to offer turf races in 1934.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Which track had slot machines installed in 1995?
- A.
The Woodlands
- B.
Louisiana Downs
- C.
Laurel Park
- D.
Prairie Meadows Racetrack
Correct Answer
D. Prairie Meadows RacetrackExplanation
In 1995, slot machines were installed in Prairie Meadows Racetrack.Rate this question:
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