CTRI Exam TEST QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWESR (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2025/2026 Q&A |INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. What is the primary goal of therapeutic riding?
a) Teach advanced riding techniques
b) Improve physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being
c) Train horses for competition
d) Focus solely on recreation
Correct answer: b) Improve physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.
Therapeutic riding uses horseback riding as a structured activity to enhance
overall health, not just equestrian skills.
2. Which of the following is considered a physical benefit of therapeutic riding?
a) Improved balance and coordination
b) Increased vocabulary
c) Enhanced emotional regulation
d) Learning new sports rules
Correct answer: a) Improved balance and coordination. The movement of the
horse provides sensory input and helps riders develop core strength, posture, and
balance.
3. What is the role of a CTRI during a session?
a) Assess the rider’s abilities
b) Develop individualized lesson plans
c) Ensure safety for both horse and rider
d) All of the above
Correct answer: d) All of the above. CTRIs are responsible for evaluating riders,
planning lessons tailored to their needs, and maintaining safety at all times.
4. Which of the following horse characteristics is ideal for therapeutic riding?
a) Calm temperament
,b) High energy and unpredictable behavior
c) Aggressiveness toward strangers
d) Fast galloping speed
Correct answer: a) Calm temperament. Therapeutic horses should be steady,
patient, and predictable to ensure rider safety and comfort.
5. Which gait is most commonly used for beginners in therapeutic riding?
a) Gallop
b) Trot
c) Walk
d) Canter
Correct answer: c) Walk. Walking is smooth and controlled, making it safe and
effective for new riders and those with special needs.
6. How does therapeutic riding support cognitive development?
a) Through memorizing riding commands
b) By improving attention, sequencing, and problem-solving skills
c) By reading riding manuals
d) Only through physical activity
Correct answer: b) By improving attention, sequencing, and problem-solving skills.
Riding requires following directions, focusing, and making decisions, enhancing
cognitive skills.
7. Which of the following safety equipment is essential for riders?
a) Helmet
b) Sunglasses
c) High heels
d) Open-toed shoes
Correct answer: a) Helmet. Proper helmets protect riders from head injuries and
are mandatory for therapeutic riding sessions.
8. What is the purpose of a side walker in therapeutic riding?
a) To ride alongside the horse for fun
b) To assist and support the rider, ensuring safety
c) To train the horse for competition
, d) To measure horse speed
Correct answer: b) To assist and support the rider, ensuring safety. Side walkers
help maintain balance and prevent falls.
9. Which type of therapeutic riding activity focuses on relaxation and sensory
input rather than riding skills?
a) Hippotherapy
b) Dressage
c) Cross-country jumping
d) Rodeo training
Correct answer: a) Hippotherapy. Hippotherapy uses horse movement as a
therapeutic tool rather than teaching riding skills.
10. What is the recommended ratio of instructors to riders for a beginner
therapeutic riding class?
a) 1 instructor:10 riders
b) 1 instructor:1 rider
c) 1 instructor:2–4 riders
d) 1 instructor:8 riders
Correct answer: c) 1 instructor:2–4 riders. Small ratios allow individualized
attention and maintain safety.
11. Which of the following is a behavioral benefit of therapeutic riding?
a) Increased aggression
b) Improved self-esteem and social skills
c) Heightened impulsivity
d) Ignoring others’ cues
Correct answer: b) Improved self-esteem and social skills. Interacting with horses
and peers fosters confidence, patience, and social engagement.
12. When selecting a horse for therapeutic riding, which factor is most critical?
a) Horse’s height only
b) Horse’s age, temperament, and soundness
c) Horse’s coat color
d) Horse’s ability to jump
ANSWESR (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2025/2026 Q&A |INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. What is the primary goal of therapeutic riding?
a) Teach advanced riding techniques
b) Improve physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being
c) Train horses for competition
d) Focus solely on recreation
Correct answer: b) Improve physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.
Therapeutic riding uses horseback riding as a structured activity to enhance
overall health, not just equestrian skills.
2. Which of the following is considered a physical benefit of therapeutic riding?
a) Improved balance and coordination
b) Increased vocabulary
c) Enhanced emotional regulation
d) Learning new sports rules
Correct answer: a) Improved balance and coordination. The movement of the
horse provides sensory input and helps riders develop core strength, posture, and
balance.
3. What is the role of a CTRI during a session?
a) Assess the rider’s abilities
b) Develop individualized lesson plans
c) Ensure safety for both horse and rider
d) All of the above
Correct answer: d) All of the above. CTRIs are responsible for evaluating riders,
planning lessons tailored to their needs, and maintaining safety at all times.
4. Which of the following horse characteristics is ideal for therapeutic riding?
a) Calm temperament
,b) High energy and unpredictable behavior
c) Aggressiveness toward strangers
d) Fast galloping speed
Correct answer: a) Calm temperament. Therapeutic horses should be steady,
patient, and predictable to ensure rider safety and comfort.
5. Which gait is most commonly used for beginners in therapeutic riding?
a) Gallop
b) Trot
c) Walk
d) Canter
Correct answer: c) Walk. Walking is smooth and controlled, making it safe and
effective for new riders and those with special needs.
6. How does therapeutic riding support cognitive development?
a) Through memorizing riding commands
b) By improving attention, sequencing, and problem-solving skills
c) By reading riding manuals
d) Only through physical activity
Correct answer: b) By improving attention, sequencing, and problem-solving skills.
Riding requires following directions, focusing, and making decisions, enhancing
cognitive skills.
7. Which of the following safety equipment is essential for riders?
a) Helmet
b) Sunglasses
c) High heels
d) Open-toed shoes
Correct answer: a) Helmet. Proper helmets protect riders from head injuries and
are mandatory for therapeutic riding sessions.
8. What is the purpose of a side walker in therapeutic riding?
a) To ride alongside the horse for fun
b) To assist and support the rider, ensuring safety
c) To train the horse for competition
, d) To measure horse speed
Correct answer: b) To assist and support the rider, ensuring safety. Side walkers
help maintain balance and prevent falls.
9. Which type of therapeutic riding activity focuses on relaxation and sensory
input rather than riding skills?
a) Hippotherapy
b) Dressage
c) Cross-country jumping
d) Rodeo training
Correct answer: a) Hippotherapy. Hippotherapy uses horse movement as a
therapeutic tool rather than teaching riding skills.
10. What is the recommended ratio of instructors to riders for a beginner
therapeutic riding class?
a) 1 instructor:10 riders
b) 1 instructor:1 rider
c) 1 instructor:2–4 riders
d) 1 instructor:8 riders
Correct answer: c) 1 instructor:2–4 riders. Small ratios allow individualized
attention and maintain safety.
11. Which of the following is a behavioral benefit of therapeutic riding?
a) Increased aggression
b) Improved self-esteem and social skills
c) Heightened impulsivity
d) Ignoring others’ cues
Correct answer: b) Improved self-esteem and social skills. Interacting with horses
and peers fosters confidence, patience, and social engagement.
12. When selecting a horse for therapeutic riding, which factor is most critical?
a) Horse’s height only
b) Horse’s age, temperament, and soundness
c) Horse’s coat color
d) Horse’s ability to jump
