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According to the rules, who is allowed to drive a stallion?
According to the rules, who is allowed to drive a stallion?
- Youth (correct)
- Adults
- Seniors
- Children
What is the consequence for an animal excused from a driving class for being unruly?
What is the consequence for an animal excused from a driving class for being unruly?
- It is prohibited from further exhibition under harness at the same show (correct)
- It must be evaluated by a veterinarian
- It can compete in other driving events
- It can participate in other classes at the same show
What should be readily available for reference according to the rules?
What should be readily available for reference according to the rules?
- Food and water for the horses
- Personal grooming kits
- List of upcoming shows
- Copy of the ADS rulebook (correct)
Who has the authority to excuse any animal deemed unruly while under harness?
Who has the authority to excuse any animal deemed unruly while under harness?
From where are the driving rules derived as per the text?
From where are the driving rules derived as per the text?
What must an exhibitor do if a vehicle and/or equipment is repaired?
What must an exhibitor do if a vehicle and/or equipment is repaired?
What must a gentleman do while driving a horse according to the text?
What must a gentleman do while driving a horse according to the text?
What is the responsibility of each driver regarding harnesses?
What is the responsibility of each driver regarding harnesses?
What type of bits are not permitted in competition for horses' bridles?
What type of bits are not permitted in competition for horses' bridles?
What is the proper attire requirement for drivers according to the text?
What is the proper attire requirement for drivers according to the text?
Which of the following is prohibited regarding horses' tails in the text?
Which of the following is prohibited regarding horses' tails in the text?
In what manner should an appropriate whip be carried while driving?
In what manner should an appropriate whip be carried while driving?
What denotes the degree of suppleness and balance of the horse during the working trot?
What denotes the degree of suppleness and balance of the horse during the working trot?
How should the horse be standing at the halt?
How should the horse be standing at the halt?
What is a key requirement for Rein Back movement?
What is a key requirement for Rein Back movement?
In which trot do hind feet touch the ground in the footprints of the fore feet?
In which trot do hind feet touch the ground in the footprints of the fore feet?
What is emphasized in the Strong Trot?
What is emphasized in the Strong Trot?
What should be maintained during the Strong Trot?
What should be maintained during the Strong Trot?
'Horses and vehicle should be brought to a complete and square stop without abruptness or veering' refers to which movement?
'Horses and vehicle should be brought to a complete and square stop without abruptness or veering' refers to which movement?
What is the attire requirement for gentlemen when appearing in any class?
What is the attire requirement for gentlemen when appearing in any class?
What is the suggested attire for ladies when participating?
What is the suggested attire for ladies when participating?
What is the mandatory attire for all drivers?
What is the mandatory attire for all drivers?
Which type of harness is considered appropriate with a painted vehicle with natural wood panels and iron parts of any color?
Which type of harness is considered appropriate with a painted vehicle with natural wood panels and iron parts of any color?
What is suggested for heavy vehicles such as bow-tops and coaches?
What is suggested for heavy vehicles such as bow-tops and coaches?
Which item is mandatory for each horse in competition?
Which item is mandatory for each horse in competition?
What is the prohibited action regarding the tails of horses?
What is the prohibited action regarding the tails of horses?
What is the acceptable attire for grooms of either sex in more formal vehicles?
What is the acceptable attire for grooms of either sex in more formal vehicles?
Which item should drivers strive to present to achieve an appropriate turnout?
Which item should drivers strive to present to achieve an appropriate turnout?
In what gait is the walk described as a four-beat gait with energetic but calm pace?
In what gait is the walk described as a four-beat gait with energetic but calm pace?
When must the pattern be posted for driving classes requiring one?
When must the pattern be posted for driving classes requiring one?
What is the role of the groom in a driving competition?
What is the role of the groom in a driving competition?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the driver?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the driver?
What is required for all youth participants in driving competitions?
What is required for all youth participants in driving competitions?
When is a horse required to wear a bridle with reins attached?
When is a horse required to wear a bridle with reins attached?
How many reins must be attached for horses in multiple hitches while being harnessed?
How many reins must be attached for horses in multiple hitches while being harnessed?
Which side of the vehicle should the driver be seated on?
Which side of the vehicle should the driver be seated on?
What must the driver always carry while driving?
What must the driver always carry while driving?
How many grooms are required for a four-in-hand or unicorn hitch?
How many grooms are required for a four-in-hand or unicorn hitch?
What is the proper positioning for headers in driving classes?
What is the proper positioning for headers in driving classes?
What percentage is used to judge the manners and way of going in the Pleasure Driving Classes?
What percentage is used to judge the manners and way of going in the Pleasure Driving Classes?
Which of the following is prohibited in the Pleasure Driving Classes?
Which of the following is prohibited in the Pleasure Driving Classes?
In the Traditional Vehicle Driving class, what percentage is used to judge the appropriateness of vehicle?
In the Traditional Vehicle Driving class, what percentage is used to judge the appropriateness of vehicle?
Which of the following is not an obstacle that can be used in the Pleasure Obstacle Driving class?
Which of the following is not an obstacle that can be used in the Pleasure Obstacle Driving class?
In the Pleasure Obstacle Driving class, what is the maximum number of obstacles that can be chosen by the show management?
In the Pleasure Obstacle Driving class, what is the maximum number of obstacles that can be chosen by the show management?
Which of the following is a requirement for the horse in the Traditional Vehicle Driving class?
Which of the following is a requirement for the horse in the Traditional Vehicle Driving class?
In the Pleasure Obstacle Driving class, what is the recommended distance between obstacles?
In the Pleasure Obstacle Driving class, what is the recommended distance between obstacles?
Which of the following is a requirement for the driver in the Pleasure Obstacle Driving class?
Which of the following is a requirement for the driver in the Pleasure Obstacle Driving class?
In shows where more than one obstacle class is offered, what is the requirement for the obstacles?
In shows where more than one obstacle class is offered, what is the requirement for the obstacles?
What is the penalty for going off course in the Pleasure Obstacle Driving class?
What is the penalty for going off course in the Pleasure Obstacle Driving class?
