Horse Anatomy and Behavior Questions

Horses evolved from smaller creatures over 50 million years and were domesticated by humans 5,000 years ago. They live about 25 years, are herbivores, and can run shortly after birth. Horses have four types of movement: walking, trotting, cantering, and galloping. They have large eyes, excellent senses, and can see almost 360 degrees. Horses communicate through their eyes, ears, and noses. They require regular hoof trimming and consume up to 10 gallons of water daily. Horses have great memories and recognize familiar people.

How long ago did humans start domesticating horses?

• 10,000 years ago

• 5,000 years ago

• 2,000 years ago

• 1,000 years ago

What is the maximum speed a horse can gallop?

• 15 miles per hour

• 20 miles per hour

• 35 miles per hour

• 27 miles per hour

Which of the following is NOT a type of horse movement?

• Walking

• Trotting

• Jumping

• Galloping

How many degrees around can horses see due to their eye placement?

• 180 degrees

• 90 degrees

• 270 degrees

• 360 degrees

How are horses measured?

• In inches

• In hands

• In meters

• In feet

How many bones are in a horse's body?

• 206

• 205

• 200

• 210

What should you do if a horse has flared nostrils and its ears back?

• Pet it

• Feed it

• Stay away

• Approach it slowly

How often do horse hooves need trimming?

• Every 2-3 weeks

• Every 12 weeks

• Every 4-6 weeks

• Every 8-10 weeks

Which sense is NOT particularly strong in horses?

• Balance

• Smell

• Hearing

• Eyesight

What is a unique feature of horse hooves?

• They are waterproof

• They are made of bone

• They grow continuously

• They are sensitive to touch