Horses
While Horses predominantly have brown eyes, their eyes can also be blue, as well as amber and lighter shades of brown. The rarest eye color is gray.
Women originally rode side saddle rather than astride to they could quickly dismount and run. T or F
False Starting in the 1300's aaritstocratic women rode side saddle with both legs on 1 side of the horse for reasons of modesty. They did so as long as very long skirts were in fashion.
This is how long the average. horse lives
15-20 years or 20-25 years or 25-30 years
Ans.C
T Aver. horse lives 25-30 years but horses can live much longer w/ good care.
Arabian horses have 1 less rid than other horses. T or F
True
Arabians also have 1 less vertebra and tail bone, Arabians are the oldest purebred horses in t world and were crossbred to improve other breeds. They r beautiful, intelligent , fast and have lots of stamina.
DAILY DOUBLE. A famous Irish blessing begins with "May the road _______ to meet you"
What is "rise"?
DAILY DOUBLE This relative used to march in many Saint Patrick's parades but unfortunately dropped her baton once and had to chase it!
(OOPS!)
Who is Patti?
DAILY DOUBLE. This football team has a purebred Arabian horse mascot named Thunder.
Denber Broncos
Indianpolis Colts
Southern Methodist University Mustangs
What is The Denver Broncos' Thunder gallops from end zone to end zone every time the team scores a touchdown. thunders shares his duties with a human mascot names Miles who wears a horse head mask and a Broncos uniform.
DAILY DOUBLE T. NY Police Dept. has patrolled t. city's streets w/mounted officers since
1912 or 1858 or 1873?
Since 1858, mounted officers and their horses have guarded the city that never sleeps. the 10 ft. tall cop has proved very effective in Public Relations as well as in crime control.
Riders use t bit & reins to keep from falling off the horse
False. The bridle bit which goes thru the horse's mouth attached to t reins, helps t rider dirt t horse. T rider holds t reins in her hands & uses them to communicated w/ t horse.
After a boxer named Sean moves back to his home in Ireland, he falls in love with the sister of the man who's always coveted Sean's property.
HINT: We all LOVE this movie!
What is The Quiet Man?
Saint Patrick had this occupation before becoming a missionary.
HINT: If he were a dog he would be German....
What is a shepherd?
DAILY DOUBLE This lovely lady drank a few (not too many) extra Guinness Samples in the Guinness factory in Ireland?
Who is Aunt Sophie?
(She only drank mine.. just got buzzed not drunk..)
Black jockeys dominated
Black jockey Oliver lewis rode Aristedes, the first Derby winner, in 1875. Black jockeys and horsemen dominated thoroughbred racing and the Derby in its early years, addition to the rich history of the sport.
DAILY DOUBLE Horses are used in therapy to help people with trauma, addiction and other mental or physical health issues to
Overcome fears. or build trust or improve communication skills
What is
Known as equine therapy, working horses in a therapeutic environ, can help individuals enhance all these skills.
T use of cavalry - soldiers or warriors mounted on horseback- probably dates from 900 BCE True or false
True
T Scythians, a group of nomadic Asian warriors, were among the first archers & fighters to go into battle on horseback. Italian forces mounted t last major cavalry charge against Russian soldiers during WWII in 1942.
Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise star in this period drama about two people who travel from Ireland to America. Together, they face struggles both with money, and with their feelings for each other.
HINT: This movie was made in 1992:
F_ _ A_ _ A _ _ _ .
What is Far and Away?
This musical instrument is a symbol of Irish heritage often heard on St. Patrick's Day.
What is the Harp?
This Irish relative of ours used to sing "Irish Soldier boy" and she had a brogue..
Who is Aunt Katie?
Sergeant Reckless, he only horse awarded an official rank in the us marine corps, served in which war
Civil, WW!, Korean
Under enemy fire, a Mongolian mare named Sergeant Reckless Supplied U.S. forces on the Korean War from with ammunitonino and carried wounded soldiers back to safety. Among many other honors, the brave little horse won 2 Purple Hearts
Show jumping is 1 o' t very few sports in which men & women compete equally. t or f
The rider and horse must complete a course through a set of jumps. rider and horse are judged by very exacting standards in this sport. Answer is TRUE
DAILY DOUBLE In Norse mythology, Odin's horse Sleipnir (Slayp-neer) had the unusual characteristic
Eight legs or Silver wings or golden hooves
What is Answer is A
Odin, the main god in Norse mythology, rode the 8-legged Sleipnir on his journeys throughout t nine realms. T gray stallion was t fastest of all horses.
DAILY DOUBLE Based on Frank McCourt's Pulitzer Prize Winning memoir, this 1999 movie chronicles McCourt's impoversihed childhood in Limerick, Ireland. The Irish Catholic Family returns to 1930's Limerick after a child's death in America.
What is Angela's Ashes?
DAILY DOUBLE This is the name of the traditional Irish ring symbolizing love and friendship.
What is the Claddagh Ring?
"Plenty of Pennies" is a favorite saying by this Irish relative.
Who is Aunt Katie?
Eye blinders are put on males horses to keep them from seeing and chasing the females. True of False?
Eye blinders, also called blinkers, help a horse focus on the track ahead and not get distracted.
This is a "gaited" horse
One that stays in the pasture w/out a fence or 1 that has a peculiar way o walking or 1 that keeps 1 ft. on t ground while walking.
Ans. C
A gaited horse"single foots," which means that it always has 1 foot on the ground while pacing, ambling, or walking. It gives it a uniquely smooth gait.
Besides being an amazing sharpshooter, Annie Oakley performed many tricks on horseback. T or F?
T
While riding side saddle at a full gallop, Oakley would shoot at targets as well as scoop down to pick her hat off the ground,. She is famous for saying "I ain't afraid to love a man. I ain't afraid to shoot him either.
Saoirse Ronan stars as an Irish immigrant in 1950's New York City, and she has to decide between a life in Brooklyn or her old one back home. (Warning to those feeling homesick. It WILL make you want to call your family.) The film was nominated for 3 academy awards. Your Jeopardy Host LOVED IT!
HINT: movie name B _ _ _ _ _ _ _
What is Brooklyn?
DAILY DOUBLE. This famous New York landmark is lit green for Saint Patrick's Day.
HINT: LOOK UP!!!!
What is the Empire State Building?
DAILY DOUBLE This lovely Irish lady used to call her grandaughter a barge.
Who is Grandma Lolis?