Understanding Horse Behavior

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What does Kristi think of her father's training methods for horses?

She is unsure about his methods.

She feels they are outdated and ineffective.

She thinks he is the best horse trainer in the world. (correct)

She believes they are too strict.

Why does Kristi want Babe to walk calmly through the water?

She believes it's easier than jumping.

She wants to show off to her friends.

She wants to follow her father's rules. (correct)

She is scared to cross without help.

What challenges does Kristi face when trying to get Babe to cross the stream?

Babe is too tired to move.

Babe is frightened of the water. (correct)

Kristi forgets how to urge her pony.

There is a muddy bank blocking their path.

What does Kristi's father suggest about giving Babe a lead across the stream?

It might not resolve the underlying issue. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does Kristi’s excitement about going trail riding suggest about her character?

She enjoys trying new experiences. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about Babe's behavior near the stream?

Babe is unsure and hesitant about the water. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does Kristi attempt to encourage Babe to move across the stream?

By clucking and squeezing her legs. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can be concluded about the importance of the experience Kristi is gaining through trail riding?

It teaches her to think like a horse. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does Kristi realize is essential for understanding Babe's behavior towards the stream?

Horses think dark areas are potentially dangerous. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What action did Kristi take to encourage Babe to approach the stream?

She threw pebbles into the water. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective does Kristi adopt to relate to Babe's fear?

The perspective of a horse trying to navigate obstacles. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Babe initially refuse to walk through the stream?

She was afraid it resembled a bottomless pit. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did Kristi do to reassure Babe before attempting the stream crossing?

She splashed around in the water to demonstrate safety. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did Kristi's father describe a horse's reaction to dark areas on the road?

Horses often perceive them as holes or dangers. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does Kristi learn about empathy towards horses during her experience?

Empathy helps in understanding fears and building trust. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What ultimately helped Babe to trust Kristi during the stream crossing?

The sound and movement of throwing pebbles. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Kristi's Riding Experience

Kristi is learning to ride a pony named Babe.
Her father wants her to learn how to think like a horse.
He encourages Kristi to ride on trails instead of just in a ring.
The pony refuses to go through a stream.
Kristi learns that horses can be scared of things that look like holes.
Kristi realizes that horses might not understand the same things people do

Thinking like a horse

Kristi learns that horses can perceive things differently.
Horses may be scared of things they don't understand.
Kristi tries to understand Babe's fear, which helps her to overcome it.
Kristi thinks like a horse, and sees the water in the stream as a potential danger.
She learns to empathize with her pony's perspective.

Key Takeaways

Horses are perceptive animals and might be scared of objects or situations that humans don't find frightening.
Understanding a horse's perspective is essential to caring for them.
Kristi gains a deeper understanding of her pony, and their bond is stronger.

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Description

Join Kristi on her journey to learn how to ride her pony, Babe, and understand the way horses perceive the world. This quiz explores Kristi's challenges and insights as she learns to empathize with her pony's fears and motivations. Discover the essential takeaways about caring for and riding horses.