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The Norwegian Fjord Horse Trivia Quiz

The Norwegian Fjord is one of the oldest and rarest breeds of horse. See how much you know about this wonderful little horse!

A multiple-choice quiz by mochiesox. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
mochiesox

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
260,638

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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1367

Last 3 plays: gracious1 (8/10), Guest 83 (9/10), Guest 72 (7/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. Where is it believed that the first Norwegian fjord horses were bred? Hint

France

Canada

Greenland

Norway

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which of the following colors can a Norwegian Fjord NOT be? Hint

white dun

brown dun

blue dun

red dun

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Question 3 of 10

3. Is the Fjord a gaited horse (gaits other than walk, trot, canter, and gallop)?

Yes

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Question 4 of 10

4. The Fjord is considered one of the oldest and purest breeds.

True

False

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Question 5 of 10

5. In Norway, the Fjord breed is called: Hint

Fjordings

Norway Ponies

Fjordian

Fjord of Norway

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which of the following disciplines can a Fjord do? Hint

Dressage

All of these

Trail Riding

Jumping

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Question 7 of 10

7. Why is a Fjord's mane so distinct? Hint

Their manes match the exact color of their coat

They are the only breed of horse without a mane

They have black hair that grows in the center and white hairs on either side

Their manes often grown straight up rather than to the side

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Question 8 of 10

8. Norwegian Fjords are generally very easy to keep weight on and to keep healthy.

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. What does a yellow dun Fjord look like? Hint

Pale yellow/brown coat color, dorsal stripe os black or brown

Yellow/white coat color, darker dorsal stripe, mane and tail may be completely white

Light to silver grey coat color, muzzle is darker

Same as a Palomino coloring

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Question 10 of 10

10. A Fjord's body type would best be described as: Hint

Lean

Stocky

Delicate

Dainty

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Where is it believed that the first Norwegian fjord horses were bred?

Answer: Norway

Archaeological excavations show that Norwegian fjord horses were first bred in Norway over 4000 years ago.

2. Which of the following colors can a Norwegian Fjord NOT be?

Answer: blue dun

Fjords can also be grey or yellow duns.

3. Is the Fjord a gaited horse (gaits other than walk, trot, canter, and gallop)?

Answer: No

The Fjord has the four regular gaits: walk, trot, canter, and gallop.

4. The Fjord is considered one of the oldest and purest breeds.

Answer: True

The Norwegian Fjord breed is estimated to be over 4000 years old, they have not been bred or mixed with any other breeds.

5. In Norway, the Fjord breed is called:

Answer: Fjordings

In Norway, Fjord's are still used for working on farms. In America, they tend to be pleasure horses.

6. Which of the following disciplines can a Fjord do?

Answer: All of these

Fjords are very versatile horses with the conformation and mind to try anything new!

7. Why is a Fjord's mane so distinct?

Answer: They have black hair that grows in the center and white hairs on either side

Fjords' manes are often described as "zebra manes" due to their distinct and stunning coloring.

8. Norwegian Fjords are generally very easy to keep weight on and to keep healthy.

Answer: True

Fjords are very easy keepers, they live out in pasture easily, and they are excellent foragers.

9. What does a yellow dun Fjord look like?

Answer: Yellow/white coat color, darker dorsal stripe, mane and tail may be completely white

Yellow Dun Fjords are one of the rarest colorings.

10. A Fjord's body type would best be described as:

Answer: Stocky

Fjords are built to be tough horses and to live out in pasture, so they have a stocky and muscular build to them.

Source: Author mochiesox

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