Horse Care and Farrier Practices

Horse Care and Farrier Practices

Assessment

Interactive Video

Other

6th - 7th Grade

Easy

Created by

Lucas Foster

Used 3+ times

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The video tutorial introduces the role of a farrier, focusing on shoeing horses for protection and correction. It explains the process of corrective shoeing for a colt with a walking issue and the application of acrylics to horse hooves. The discussion also touches on the high costs and risks associated with racehorses, highlighting a case where a horse was bought for $13 million but only won $7,000 in a race. The video concludes with a reflection on the unpredictability of horse racing investments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the primary reasons for shoeing horses?

To make them taller

To increase speed

For protection, connection, and correction

For aesthetic purposes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How often are horses typically shod?

Every 10 weeks

Every 2 weeks

Every 4 to 6 weeks

Every 8 weeks

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of a farrier?

To train horses

To feed horses

To care for and shoe horses' feet

To breed horses

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is used to address a horse's slight walking problem?

Wooden blocks

Metal plates

Rubber soles

Plastic adhesive

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the composition of a horse's hoof compared to?

Fingernails

Teeth

Bone

Skin

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of using acrylics in horse shoeing?

To provide cushioning

To make the hoof waterproof

To add color

To support and correct hoof structure

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the auction price of the most expensive horse mentioned?

$20 million

$13 million

$5 million

$1 million

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