Horse racing

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/horse-racing

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the scientific name of domestic horse?Equus caballus. Thoroughbreds are a specific breed within this species
2. Why are Thoroughbred horses special for racing?Thoroughbreds have many fast-twitch muscles, a big heart for their size, and a good breathing system, which helps them run very fast.
3. How do trainers help horses get ready for races?Trainers give horses special exercise, good food, and rest, and they work with veterinarians to keep the horses healthy and strong.

Pari-mutuel Betting: A betting system where all bets of a similar type are pooled together and paid out to the winners from that pool.
Stamina: The ability of a horse to maintain physical effort for a prolonged period during a race.
Handicapping: A system in racing where weights are added to horses considered superior to equalize their chances of winning.