ManeGait Mounting Quiz
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1. What is the primary purpose of the offside volunteer in the mounting block?
To mount the rider
To act as a barrier to keep the horse close to the mounting block
To tighten the girth
To chat to the rider while they are waiting to mount
2. Who is responsible for mounting the rider on the horse?
Only the instructor
Anyone who is available
The rider's parents
All of the above
3. When performing the cuff or ankle hold, what must you remember?
Grip as hard as you can to keep them in the saddle
Let the rider have range of motion in their leg while you hold the ankle
Press your hand into the horse's side to make them go
Keep downward pressure on the leg to help them maintain their balance
4. When performing a thigh guard, which arm should be supporting the rider?
Either arm
Your strongest arm
The one closest to the rider
The one furthest from the rider
5. If you become fatigued while performing a full support hold, what should you do?
Alert the instructor and wait for assistance
Carry on until the instructor notices
Dismount the rider
Leave the rider unattended for a few minutes while you recover
6. With the spotter position, or any physical hold, where should you be walking?
Where it is most comfortable
Beside the rider's leg
As far back as possible
At the horse's shoulder
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