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Horsemanship

  1. Name fifteen (15) parts of a horse.

  2. Name four (4) leading breeds of horses. Explain what each breed is noted for.

  3. Show the care of saddle and bridle. Name the main parts of the saddle and bridle.

  4. Show how to groom, pick out feet, and care for a horse after riding.

  5. Describe the symptoms of colic. Describe four (4) other horse diseases.

  6. Name three (3) main defects of feet and legs. Explain how to detect them.

  7. Show how to safely approach and rescue a horse from a stall in case of fire.

  8. Ride a horse for a distance of ten (10) kilometers.