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Why Are You Horsing Around? Trivia Quiz

Based on the text in the questions, the quiz will require you to provide the answer with a word beginning with the letters "horse".

A multiple-choice quiz by lout62001. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
lout62001

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
365,296

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
650

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Question 1 of 10

1. "Close only counts in _____ " is a popular expression which arose as a result of the scoring system in this popular backyard game. What is the word that fits in the blank?

Answer: (10 letter word starting with HORSE)

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Question 2 of 10

2. What word can be linked to closely fought contests and competitions involving jockeys? Hint

Horseplay

Horseback

Horserace

Horsewhip

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Question 3 of 10

3. Some species of insects in the Tabanidae family habitually attack humans and livestock. What is this biting and bloodsucking creature called? Hint

Horsebug

Horsewing

Horsewasp

Horsefly

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Question 4 of 10

4. Fibers taken from the manes or tails of horses can be used to make items such as upholstery and brushes. What is the name of this fabric? Hint

Horsecloth

Horsefur

Horsetail

Horsehair

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Question 5 of 10

5. The teacher exclaimed, "Quit your _____ and sit down and listen"! What did the instructor say to the unruly students that completes the blank?

Answer: (9 letter word starting with HORSE)

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Question 6 of 10

6. What is the name of the term that was chosen by Scottish engineer James Watt to contrast the output of steam engines to that of the capabilities of horses? Hint

Horsepower

Horsepush

Horsecar

Horsepull

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Question 7 of 10

7. Commonly used as a condiment for roast beef dinners, _____ sauce is a pungent root vegetable mixture that is popular worldwide. What is the word that completes the blank?

Answer: (11 letter word starting with HORSE)

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is the name of the disease in horses that is caused by a virus which is generally distinguished by lesions on the lower limbs and around the muzzle? Hint

Horserash

Horsevirus

Horsepox

Horseflu

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Question 9 of 10

9. A slugger says "I want to knock the _____ off the ball", an expression used in the game of baseball. What is the word that fills in the blank?

Answer: (9 letter word starting with HORSE)

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Question 10 of 10

10. Lastly, what polite term would you NOT use to describe your feelings about a quiz that you enjoyed playing? Hint

Horsemanure

Horsefeathers

Horseflesh

Horseweed

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. "Close only counts in _____ " is a popular expression which arose as a result of the scoring system in this popular backyard game. What is the word that fits in the blank?

Answer: Horseshoes

Traditionally, the game of Horseshoes is played by two people with each player using two horseshoes and tossing them one at a time in alternating turns towards a stake in the ground. The winner of the round is determined by ringers or closest to the stake.

2. What word can be linked to closely fought contests and competitions involving jockeys?

Answer: Horserace

A horserace can be a term used to describe a hotly contested election race where the outcome is too close to call. It also relates to an event at a racetrack where horses are raced to appease the gambling needs of punters.

3. Some species of insects in the Tabanidae family habitually attack humans and livestock. What is this biting and bloodsucking creature called?

Answer: Horsefly

A horsefly bite is very painful and much more so than its mosquito counterpart. Swatting them away generally doesn't work as they remain persistent in their attack and may even chase their target. Their bites are quite itchy and should be treated quickly to avoid a large swelling.

4. Fibers taken from the manes or tails of horses can be used to make items such as upholstery and brushes. What is the name of this fabric?

Answer: Horsehair

Horsehair was widely used in the nineteenth century as upholstery in the production of sofas and was frequently used to make shaving brushes. Currently, horsehair samples are employed in DNA analysis and genetic testing of horses.

5. The teacher exclaimed, "Quit your _____ and sit down and listen"! What did the instructor say to the unruly students that completes the blank?

Answer: Horseplay

The origin of the word horseplay is said to come from English Morris dancers that used wooden hobby horses as their accompaniment. The horses were expected to move around and perform in a boisterous manner.

6. What is the name of the term that was chosen by Scottish engineer James Watt to contrast the output of steam engines to that of the capabilities of horses?

Answer: Horsepower

Horsepower has been expanded through the years to include the power ratings of car engines, turbines and other machinery. The majority of countries now use the SI unit watt for measuring output power.

7. Commonly used as a condiment for roast beef dinners, _____ sauce is a pungent root vegetable mixture that is popular worldwide. What is the word that completes the blank?

Answer: Horseradish

A basic horseradish sauce consists of grated horseradish, vinegar and salt. Other than with a roast, it can be used in items such as Bloody Mary cocktails, seafood cocktail sauce and as a sandwich spread.

8. What is the name of the disease in horses that is caused by a virus which is generally distinguished by lesions on the lower limbs and around the muzzle?

Answer: Horsepox

The disease is mildly contagious and recovery can take several years. It is also called contagious pustular stomatitis which can affect other areas of the body and is related to the pox family of viruses that occur in humans.

9. A slugger says "I want to knock the _____ off the ball", an expression used in the game of baseball. What is the word that fills in the blank?

Answer: Horsehide

Horsehide refers to the leather cover of the ball which was used for decades because it was less prone to stretching than cowhide. Eventually the switch was made to cowhide due to the exorbitant cost of horsehide and is now the standard cover in Major League Baseball.

10. Lastly, what polite term would you NOT use to describe your feelings about a quiz that you enjoyed playing?

Answer: Horsefeathers

Horsefeathers is defined as nonsense and ideas that are contrary to logic. The root meaning is "impossible" as horses do not have feathers. Horseweed is a weedy plant found in North America. Horseflesh is a term that references horses collectively. Horsemanure is animal feces and is a derogatory term for nonsense as opposed to a polite one.

Source: Author lout62001

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