Horse Body Parts Worksheet
A Grade 5 science worksheet focusing on identifying and understanding the functions of various horse body parts.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the provided diagram to help you identify the parts of a horse.
Study the diagram of the horse below.
1. The strong, muscular part of the horse's neck that connects to the head is called the .
2. A horse uses its to help it balance and swat away flies.
3. The hard, protective covering on a horse's foot is called a .
4. The part of the horse's back between the withers and the loins is known as the .
1. Which body part helps a horse breathe?
Hoof
Nostril
Mane
Fetlock
2. What is the main purpose of a horse's mane?
To help it run faster
To protect its neck from rain and insects
To carry heavy loads
To dig for food
1. Describe the function of a horse's hooves. Why are they important?
2. Explain how a horse's tail helps it survive in its environment.
1. A horse's ears can rotate 180 degrees to hear sounds from different directions.
True
False
2. The 'frog' is a part of the horse's eye.
True
False