1. Directions

You will read passages on the topic and then answer questions about them. You may find vocabulary at the end of the test. Read the questions carefully before choosing the correct answers.

2. Questions of the test

Question 1. Which of the following is NOT an Olympic event in English riding?
A) Cross country
B) Dressage
C) Show jumping
D) Western riding

Question 2. In show jumping, what must the horse and rider try to avoid?
A) Knocking down any of the jumps
B) Having the fastest time
C) Riding over a set course of horse jumps
D) Being timed

Question 3. Which of the following is NOT a type of horse jump?
A) Vertical
B) Oxer
C) Combination
D) Thoroughbred

Question 4. Which of the following is NOT a type of horse racing?
A) Thoroughbred racing
B) Endurance racing
C) Trotting races
D) Show jumping

Question 5. Who usually rides the horses in horse racing?
A) The people who own or train the horse
B) Professional riders called jockeys
C) Riders of any skill level
D) The horses themselves