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Quiz about Western Etiquette
Quiz about Western Etiquette

Western Etiquette Trivia Quiz


Test your knowledge of western horseback riding etiquette.

A multiple-choice quiz by Irish_Fame'84. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
223,187
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
5438
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
Last 3 plays: Guest 202 (7/10), Guest 74 (7/10), Guest 68 (8/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. When at a western show, what hand, traditionally, were the reins usually held in? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Which of the following phrases describes the pattern of the plug race? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Which of the following is one of the most common breeds used for western riding? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. What piece of tack is optional at western shows? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Which of the following things does a western saddle have that an English saddle does NOT have? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. In English riding, this gait is called a canter. What is it called in western? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Before a show, what body part of the horse is usually clipped or shaved to give a cleaner appearance? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. In western shows, what do most female riders have their hair in? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. What attire is worn on the rider's legs and is commonly fringed? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. In place of irons, what does a western saddle have? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. When at a western show, what hand, traditionally, were the reins usually held in?

Answer: Left

The left hand holding method is derived from 'old west' times. The rider would require his/her right hand free to hold whatever firearm he or she was using.
2. Which of the following phrases describes the pattern of the plug race?

Answer: Down and around one barrel

Plug race is one of the fastest gymkhana games. The horse and rider run down the arena on one side, turn a corner around the barrel, and race back to the time line.
3. Which of the following is one of the most common breeds used for western riding?

Answer: Quarter Horse

Westphalian, Hanoverian, and the Irish Sporthorse are mainly used for English events.
4. What piece of tack is optional at western shows?

Answer: Breast collar

A breast collar is meant to keep the saddle from sliding backwards, but in show it is only an optional article. Some judges may award extra points for this more western look.
5. Which of the following things does a western saddle have that an English saddle does NOT have?

Answer: Horn

The horn was intended to be used for roping, though it has become yet another area for silver to be added on show saddles.
6. In English riding, this gait is called a canter. What is it called in western?

Answer: Lope

This difference is present in the trot, or jog, as well.
7. Before a show, what body part of the horse is usually clipped or shaved to give a cleaner appearance?

Answer: Muzzle

By removing the whiskers, it gives the horse a more refined look. The ears, eyes, and fetlocks are clipped also.
8. In western shows, what do most female riders have their hair in?

Answer: Bun or ponytail, with cover

This gives the rider a more professional and clean appearance. Shows are usually focused on sleekness and clarity of looks.
9. What attire is worn on the rider's legs and is commonly fringed?

Answer: Chaps

Chaps are intended to protect the legs of cowboys from contact with daily environmental hazards seen in working with cattle, horses and other livestock.
10. In place of irons, what does a western saddle have?

Answer: Stirrups

Stirrups are larger, heavier, and usually made of wood.
Source: Author Irish_Fame'84

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