DC4H RB Flashcards
(76 cards)
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1. Classes which place emphasis upon the horse’s conformation are not included in 4-H Horsemanship Contests. - RB 2
A
TRUE
2
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- Mules are not allowed to be shown in 4-H. - RB 2
A
FALSE
3
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- After arrival at the show grounds the 4-H member will be the only individual that rides the horse until all events are complete. - RB 3
A
TRUE
4
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- Stallions of any age are allowed in 4-H classes. - RB 3
A
FALSE
5
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- An exhibitor falling from the horse during any judged event, or within the pattern of a timed event, will receive a re-ride. - RB 3
A
FALSE
6
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- Any tack equipment failure in any event resulting in the rider’s inability to complete the event shall receive a re-ride. - RB 3
A
FALSE
7
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- If a contestant does not have a number it is a drop in ribbon. - RB 4
A
TRUE
8
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- Riding double is considered unsafe behavior an may cause disqualification of the 4-H member from the show. - RB 4
A
TRUE
9
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- Riding a horse without a bridle or hackamore may be cause for disqualification from the show. - RB 4
A
TRUE
10
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- Fancy western outfits will not be scored higher than clean, neat appropriate clothing. - RB 4
A
TRUE
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- All horse’s hooves should be properly trimmed or shod for all 4-H activities. - RB 5
A
TRUE
12
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- Chains may be used in showmanship under the chin, over the nose, or through the mouth. - RB 8
A
FALSE
13
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- Use of roping reins, other than in timed events, will be penalized on placing. - RB 8
A
TRUE
14
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- In judged events, any nose band, regardless of being attached to a tie down or not, is unacceptable. - RB 8
A
TRUE
15
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- Horses should be bathed for showmanship. - RB 11
A
TRUE
16
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- Do not change hands on the lead shank when moving from one side to the other in showmanship. - RB 11
A
TRUE
17
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- In showmanship, pose the horse with his feet squarely under him. - RB 11
A
TRUE
18
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- Reverse is to be executed toward the rail. - RB 13
A
FALSE
19
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- Jump mounts are not acceptable in 4-H. - RB 14
A
TRUE
20
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- Leg protection is allowed in western reining. - RB 16
A
TRUE
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- A well trained reining horse performs only on memorization of the pattern. - RB 16
A
FALSE
22
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- In the Western Riding class, exhibitors must be consistent in lead changes throughout the pattern. - RB 22
A
TRUE
23
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- In Western Riding, Juniors and Intermediates performing simple lead changes will be given full credit. - RB 22
A
TRUE
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- In timed events, the gate must be closed before the rider starts the pattern; failure to comply will result in a five second penalty. - RB 38
A
TRUE
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25. In Scurry, only two refusals per jump will be allowed before disqualification. - RB 40
TRUE
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26. The Quadrangle Stake Race may be run in a reverse pattern. - RB 41
FALSE
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27. On the Western Equitation score card, "SEAT" is worth more points than any other category. - RB 15
TRUE
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28. In Fitting and Showmanship, proper fitting includes clipping muzzles and the hair under the jaw. - RB 11
TRUE
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29. When Running a timed event, you may use a whip, spurs, or an over and under rope to make your horse go faster. - RB 39
TRUE
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30. You only need one stop watch when timing an event. - RB 39
FALSE: At least 2 stops watches will be used.
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31. When running the pole pattern, if your horse knocks over two poles, but you stop them from falling with your hand, you will not be penalized. - RB 40
False: Still a 5 second penalty per obstacle.
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32. If you cannot get your horse to walk into the arena for a timed event, it is okay to have someone lead it in. - RB 39
True: . If necessary, an adult can lead a horse into the arena but may not encourage the horse to run or position the horse and rider with respect to the pattern. Any such physical encouragement or positioning will result in a “no time” for the specific event.
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33. It is not considered a broken pattern if you run the wrong pattern, but fix your error before crossing the finish line. - RB 39
True
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34. There is no need to mark where the finish line is, because the timers will be set. - RB 39
False. needs to be marked with either a cone or marker, not just the timer.
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35. You can run a reverse Quadrangle pattern, same as you can in Barrels or Poles pattern. - RB 42
False. Must perform the pattern as drawn, no reverse patterns.
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36. You can do a running start in both the Figure Eight Stake Race and the Quadrangle event. - RB 42
TRUE
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37. In the Stake Race, it is okay to touch the stake (pole) to keep it from falling over. - RB 42
False, 5 second penalty per stake
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38. What are the four H's in 4-H? - RB 1
Head, Heart, Hands, Health
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39. What two events are required to be eligible to compete in the other events of the show? - RB 4
Test and Showmanship
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40. In Pole Bending, the poles are set feet apart. - RB 39
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41. Scurry jumps are set inches high. - RB 39
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42. Scurry jumps are set feet apart. - RB 39
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43. In Gymkhana Gig, the first pole is set feet from the starting line. - RB 41
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44. What are the four H's in 4-H? -RB 1
Head, Heart, Hands, Health
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45. Any exhibitor falling from the horse during a judged event will receive a(n) ribbon. - RB 3
Orange
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46. In timed events, the clock will start when the horse's crosses the starting line. - RB 4
Nose
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47. In all timed events, touching an obstacle with your hand in an attempt to prevent it from tipping over will result in a second penalty per obstacle. - RB 4
Five (5)
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48. A red ribbon in a horse's tail indicates that the horse may . - RB 4
Kick
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49. A red ribbon in a horse's mane indicates that the horse may . - RB 4
Bite
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50. A 4-H patch must be worn on the upper sleeve. - RB 4
Left
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51. If a patch is not worn, it is a drop in . - RB 4
Ribbon
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52. scores will break all ties in Western 4-H horse shows. - RB 7
Test
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53. All bits in judged events must have a inch minimum shank. - RB 8
Two (2)
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54. Check the , and before mounting. - RB 14
Curb strap, Throat latch, Cinch (any order)
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55. What are the five categories on the scorecard for western horsemanship? -RB 14
Suitability, Appointment (of horse and rider), Hands, Seat and Legs, Performance
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56. Western equitation will include no more than separate maneuvers. - RB 15
Eight (8)
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57. In bareback equitation, the toes should be and . - RB 19
Up, Forward
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58. To show in the two handed training classes a horse must be year(s) old or younger. -RB 19
Five (5)
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59. To be in the two handed training classes, the horse must never have been shown in a bit. - RB 19
Curb strap, Throat latch, Cinch (any order)
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60. A horse can show in the two-handed classes for no more than year(s). - RB 19
Three (3)
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61. In the Trail class, only trials per obstacle are permitted. - RB 24
Two (2)
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62. In Keyhole, there is a second penalty per foot imposed when the horse steps on or over any white line marking the keyhole. - RB 40
Five (5)
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63. In the Flag Race, a second penalty is given if the flag is touching the side of the bucket. - RB 42
Five (5)
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64. The arena will be raked around the time event obstacles after at least runs. - RB 40
10
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65. The pole bending pattern contains poles that are set feet from the starting line. - RB 40
6 poles 21 feet
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66. In the barrel pattern, the distance between barrel 1 and barrel 2 is feet, and the distance between barrels 2 and 3 is feet - RB 40
90 feet, 108 feet
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67. The exhibitor can run a or a barrel pattern - RB 40
Left or Right
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68. The Scurry event is a combination of and . - RB 40
Jumping , Speed
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69. When running the Scurry pattern, if you start up the left side you must finish on the , and if you start on the right side, you must finish on the - RB 41
Right, Left
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70. You must run your Scurry pattern using an Saddle. - RB 41
Western
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71. The Ring race is a timed event of and of horse and rider. - RB 41
Skill and Coordination
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72. The Ring Race consists of stations, on each side of the arena. - RB 41
4, 2
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73. In the Quadrangle event, each of the four stakes (poles) are set feet apart. - RB 42
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74. During the Quadrangle event, you start and finish in the of the pattern. - RB 42
Center
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75. The Figure Eight Stake Race consists of stakes (poles) that are set feet apart. - RB 42
2 poles 100 feet apart
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76. The start and finish line to the Figure Eight Stake Race is at the of the pattern. - RB 42
Center
