Equine Care and Handling Quiz
Test your knowledge of equine science with questions about horse lifespan, health, behavior, equipment, and more.
#1
What is the average lifespan of a horse?
10-15 years
20-25 years
30-35 years
40-45 years
#2
Which of the following is a sign of a healthy horse?
Dull coat
Lethargy
Bright eyes
Weight loss
#3
What is the term for a horse's natural grazing behavior?
Foraging
Grazing
Browsing
Feeding
#4
Which of the following is not a basic piece of horse equipment?
Saddle
Bridle
Lasso
Stirrups
#5
What is the hoof of a horse made of?
Bone
Cartilage
Keratin
Muscle
#6
Which of the following is a common respiratory disease in horses?
Arthritis
Colic
Strangles
Laminitis
#7
What is the normal body temperature of a horse?
98.6°F (37°C)
100.5°F (38.1°C)
102.1°F (38.9°C)
104.0°F (40.0°C)
#8
Which of the following is a common method for restraining a horse for veterinary procedures?
Hobbles
Stocks
Cradle
Harness
#9
What is the primary purpose of floating a horse's teeth?
To make them sharper for grazing
To remove sharp edges that can cause pain
To change the color of the teeth
To fill cavities in the teeth
#10
Which of the following is a common behavior of horses when they are afraid?
Nicking
Neighing
Biting
Spooking
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