Alright, equine enthusiasts, it's time to put your horse knowledge to the test! Whether you're a seasoned stable hand or just a casual horse lover, this quiz is about to see how much you really know about our four-legged friends. From identifying different breeds to answering tricky trivia, we're about to find out if you're a true equine expert or if you need to hit the hay and do a little more research.
In this quiz, we'll throw a variety of questions your way, covering everything from horse anatomy and behavior to famous horses in history and pop culture. Can you name the different gaits a horse can perform? Do you know the difference between a colt and a filly? And let's not even get started on all those fancy horse terms - what's a withers again? If you're the kind of person who can rattle off horse facts like a pro, then get ready to show off your stable smarts. But if you're more of a "wait, how many legs do horses have?" kind of person, don't worry - we'll give you a chance to learn a thing or two along the way.
Ready to prove your equine expertise? Click the button below to start the quiz and see if you're a true horse whisperer!
How long does it take for a newly born horse to learn how to run?
1 month
2 weeks
1 day
5 days
What is the name of a male horse cross-bred with a female donkey?
Mule
Dorse
Hinny
Horsy
Where did horses, or at least the evolutionary group "Equidae", first evolve?
Central Asia
North America
Europe
Australia
Which of these human snacks is considered to be a favorite of horses?
Mountain Dew
Polo mints
Liquorice
Salted Caramel
What is the name of a female horse that is too young to be a mare?
Filly
Draft
Foal
Yearling
How long are horses usually pregnant for?
12 months
5 months
24 months
9 months
What is the horse population of the world?
18 million
38 million
58 million
78 million
Which American state has the highest horse population?
Texas
New York
California
Florida
Who was the Greek god of horses?
Poseidon
Athena
Zeus
Apollo
What is the longest horse race in the world?
The Mongol Derby
The Kentucky Derby
The Melbourne Cup
The Copenhagen Circuit
What does "bareback" refer to in horse riding?
Riding without a saddle.
Riding without a helmet.
Riding naked.
Riding without reins.
What is the name of the person who changes a horse's shoes?
Farrier
Shoer
Blacksmith
Hoofer
What is the front of the saddle called?
Twist
Pommel
Cantle
Panal
After Jumping and Dressage, what is the third Olympic Equestrian sport?
Cross Country
Chariot
Eventing
Racing
Which Roman Emperor allegedly named a horse as his Consul?
Augustus
Caligula
Claudius
Decimus
How would a "corn mark" happen on a roan horse?
When the horse is stressed out.
When the horse accidentally eats corn.
When the horse is scratched and the hair regrows.
When the horse gets sunburned.
What formerly extinct-in-the-wild horse is native to Mongolia?
Turkoman
Quagga
Przewalski's Horse
Akhal-Teke
What is the most-watched race in Australia?
The Melbourne Cup
The Sydney Derby
The Grand Adelaide
The Darwin Circuit
Why is Kinscem, a Hungarian thoroughbred, famous?
She was Napoleon's horse.
She holds the record for most race wins while undefeated.
She was the fastest horse in the world.
She was the world's fattest horse.
What kind of braid is this?
Canadian
Andalusian
Continental
French
Big Jake, the world's tallest horse, is which breed?
Belgian Gelding
Shire Horse
Friesian Horse
Clydesdale Horse
What is the name of the V-shaped growth on the underside of the hoof?
Frog
Horn
Knuckle
Toenail
What color would usually be used to describe this horse's coat?
Bay
Chestnut
Brown
Thoroughbred
Which one of these trees have leaves that are horse-safe?
Yew
Silver Birch
Oak
Horse Chestnut
Prospect Point was the longest living Thoroughbred in the world. How long did he live?
29
38
52
43
Where would you find a Fjord Horse?
Estonia
Finland
Scotland
Norway
In which region were horses first domesticated?
Sahara Desert
Middle East
Eurasian Steppes
Iberian Peninsula
As of 2020, who was the most expensive horse in history?
Meydan City
Fugaichi Pegasus
Shareef Dancer
The Green Monkey
What is the smallest breed of horse?
Shetland Pony
Falabella
Welsh Pony
Noma Horse
What is the term for a horse that has difficulty walking?
Lame
Boring
Pointless
Crippled
Not an expert in zoology
Even if you are attracted to the appearance of horses, their grace, and speed, you do not know much about them. You may like to look at them, but no more. However, now you know a little more about these beautiful animals! Send this quiz to your friends, let's see if they can do it better!
Apprentice jockey
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Professional groom
You are definitely attracted to the appearance of horses, and their grace and speed just fascinate you. You know so much about them that you can take care of these beautiful animals yourself. We still hope that you learned something new from this test! Send this quiz to your friends, let's see if they can do it better!