Horses: From Wild Animals to Domesticated Companions

Where did equids originally evolve?

• North America

• Eurasia

• Africa

• South America

When did horses disappear from the American archaeological record?

• Between 15,000 and 5,000 years ago

• Around 2,000 BCE

• Around 1000 BCE

• Between the 4th and 8th centuries CE

What did steppe people develop to control horses?

• A bridle-and-bit system

• Structured saddles

• Stirrups

• Chariots with lighter wheels

When did cavalry appear in combat across much of Asia?

• Around 2,000 BCE

• Between 15,000 and 5,000 years ago

• Around 1000 BCE

• After 1000 BCE

What did officials in ancient China covet from their neighbors?

• Cattle

• Sheep

• Horses

• Camels

Which empire developed a horse-backed postal relay system?

• Mali Empire

• Mongol Empire

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

When were horses reintroduced to the Americas?

• Around 2,000 BCE

• Between 15,000 and 5,000 years ago

• Around 1000 BCE

• By 1500

What issues emerged with the introduction of horses in cities?

• Hygiene issues

• Animal welfare issues

• Both hygiene and animal welfare issues

• No issues emerged

Where have people maintained their multifaceted relationships with horses?

• Mongolia and Montana

• China and India

• Egypt and Greece

• Brazil and Australia

What were horses widely used for until the 20th century?

• Travel and transport

• Agriculture and farming

• Entertainment and sports

• Scientific research and experiments