Which Breed of Horse Are You?

By: Emily Maggrett

5 Min Quiz

Image: bernswaelz

About This Quiz

Hay there! Are you a fan of horse quizzes? Then saddle up, because this equestrian personality quiz is about to take you on the ride of your life!

Have you ever wondered what kind of horse you'd be? If you happened to be born in a barn, would you grow up to be a colorful Appaloosa or a high-stepping Andalusian? Would you be a graceful runner, galloping through the fields with unbridled enthusiasm, or would you be an elegant horse, cantering through city streets with proud civility?

In this quiz, we're going to ask you a series of personality questions to determine just what kind of horse breed you are. If you answer honestly, we'll be able to figure out whether you're a Seabiscuit-style thoroughbred or an athletic, adorable mountain pony.

Some of the questions may sound odd, but each will reveal a different side of your psychology, allowing us to match you with the horse breed that best fits your unique spirit.

So come on, don't be a neigh-sayer! Get off your high horse and take this quiz!

Do you prefer working or playing?

Frankly, I love to frolic.

I don't like mindless work, but I enjoy honing my skills.
To help the people I care about, I'm willing to work as hard as I can.

My motto is "work hard, play hard."

What does your hair look like?

Long

Sleek and shiny
Thick and shaggy

Short and wild

Are you an introvert or an extrovert?

I'm an extrovert.

I'm an introvert, although I have a deep bond with my partner.
I'm an ambivert.

I like socializing, but only with certain special people.

Which of these environments do you like the most?

Cool, misty mountains

Warm, sunny beaches
Beautiful rolling farmland

Totally untamed wilderness

Do you enjoy making impromptu plans, or do you prefer to plan ahead?

I'm very chill and can deal with impromptu plans.

I prefer to keep to a strict schedule.
I can adjust my schedule when asked, but I'm essentially a creature of routine.

All of my plans are impromptu! I love to be spontaneous.

What's your political affiliation?

Progressive

Liberal
Conservative

Independent

What's your favorite form of exercise?

Jogging

Running
Pilates

I don't exercise on purpose!

Do you enjoy having your hair brushed?

Yes!

I love it.
I appreciate it, but it doesn't happen very often.

No

What's your work style?

I'm relaxed but goal-oriented.

I work very hard but in fits and starts.
Slow and steady wins the race.

I work hard until I get bored (and I get bored a lot).

How do you handle conflict?

I crack lots of jokes and act sassy until everybody relaxes.

I don't handle it well.
I tolerate discomfort in the name of harmony.

Anybody who tries to get in my way, I ditch.

Are you competitive?

I'm sometimes envious of others, but not enough to kill myself competing.

I'm extremely competitive. I live to win.
I'm not at all competitive. There's no "i" in "team."

Yes, although I don't like admitting it.

Do you like kids?

I love kids!

I think kids are obnoxious.
I'm fine with kids; I like people of all ages.

Kids are boring.

Are you strong?

Yes

No
Very much so

Not really

Do you ever lift weights?

Sometimes. I don't aspire to be ripped but want to maintain my bone density.

No. I'm scared it would make me look too bulky.
Yes. I love to lift and I'm kind of swole.

No. I'd like to but lack the discipline.

What's your favorite drink?

Cider

Fine wine
Beer

Whiskey

If you could go on vacation anywhere, where would you go?

Ireland

Dubai
Chicago

Grand Canyon

How's your health?

Fantastic! I'm much healthier than I might look.

Not great. I'm a bit of a hypochondriac but also suffer from several recurring ailments.
I'm fine. Maybe a bit exhausted.

I'm as strong as, well, a horse!

Which of these values is most important to you?

Joy

Beauty
Integrity

Freedom

What's your favorite kind of music?

Techno

Jazz
Country

Rock

Camping or glamping?

Camping! I don't even need a tent.

I like glamping, but I like hotel rooms even better.
I'll go camping if asked, but prefer glamping.

I love sleeping out in the open.

What's your body type like?

Petite and stocky

Tall and thin
Tall and muscular

Average

What's your greatest talent?

My ability to entertain others

The speed with which I complete tasks
My physical strength

My independent nature

Your friend wants you to do them a favor that will be annoying and tedious for you. What do you do?

Say no, but in a sweet and friendly way.

Defensively say no, then fret that I've damaged the relationship.
Agree to do the favor, even though the mere idea of it fills me with dread.

Laugh at my friend for making such a ridiculous demand.

Your new partner is pushing for a commitment, after only a few weeks of dating. You're not sure how much you like them yet. What do you tell them?

"Sorry, I'm not ready for that. Want to go bowling?"

"I don't know what I want. I don't know who I am. Who can say who anyone is? What is this life, anyway?"
(Sigh) "Sure."

I wouldn't say anything; I'd just ghost them.

What's your favorite season?

Fall

Spring
Winter

Summer

It's the middle of the night. You're awakened by an odd sound outside your window, as if someone in the alley behind your house is attempting to jimmy open your back door. What do you do?

I'd take a deep breath and call 911.

I'd have a panic attack.
I'd pick up a baseball bat and go after the thief. I must protect my family!

I'd yell "Who's there?" and wait to see what happened.

Do you find it easy to keep still?

Depends on whether I'm bored or not.

No, I'm pretty fidgety.
Yep! I savor every chance I get to slow down.

No. I need to stay in motion!

Are you a perfectionist?

No. What a waste of time!

Yes, and it's sort of killing me.
Only when it comes to my ethics. I try to do what I think is right.

No, because I'm already perfect!

Do you put others' needs ahead of your own?

Sometimes

Not often
Yes

Never!!

If you were really a horse and had to choose a "Lord of the Rings" character to ride you, who would you choose?

Sam

Gandalf
Eomer

Aragorn

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