Handling Horses

1. Finish the sentence. The horse is very much a creature of _______________________
habit
intelligence
arrogance

2. The horse appreciates a precise stable routine.
true
false

3. What are the 'golden rules' to bear in mind when handling a horse? Select the correct words to make a correct sentence.
a) Speak .
b) Avoid movements.
c) Handle but. .

4. Which shows the correct way to tie a quick-release knot ?
A
B
C

5. Fill in the missing words from the list below (some words may be used more than once or not at all).
To control a horse when tying up or leading, a is used. To put one on, first undo the buckle on the . Stand on horse's side and place a around his neck, so that you have hold of him. Slip the up over the horse's muzzle and place the behind the horse's ears, so that it rests on his . Fasten the until the fits snugly.

6. What do the following sentences describe ?
A is usually made of leather or synthetic materials and has a detachable rope. A is usually made of webbing or rope and is an all-in-one design.

7. Having tied a quick-release knot, should you push the end of the rope back through the loop to secure it ?
yes
no

8. Should you use a piece of breakable string between the rope securing the horse and the tie ring ?
yes
no

9. Is it acceptable to tie a horse to a haynet ?
yes
no

10. Is it safe to tie a horse to a wooden gate ?
yes
no