Choose the answer that best matches the word in italics.

The farmer had to remove a large thorn from the horses HINDQUARTERS.

backside

To choose the answer that best matches the word in italics, first, you need to understand the meaning of the word "hindquarters."

Hindquarters refers to the rear part of an animal's body, typically including the hind legs, hips, and tail. It is the area behind the animal's ribs.

Now, let's look at the answer options:

A. head
B. neck
C. back
D. hind legs

From these options, the answer that best matches the word "hindquarters" is D. hind legs. The hind legs are a part of an animal's hindquarters.

The best answer that matches the word "hindquarters" would be:

d) rear part of an animal's body