Stadium jumping show the ability of the horse and rider to maneuver though a number of jumps without knocking down any polls. If they make it to the second round it is based on speed and accuracy.
Cross country jumping challenges the horse's endurance. The course can be several miles long with 20 or more solid obstacles. This is the phase of eventing that has a bad reputation for being dangerous...and yes it is dangerous if the horse and rider compete at a level higher then they are ready for or if the horse is not listening to the rider.
The third phase is Dressage is the most elegant part. It judged on how well the horse and rider work together. The horse must complete a series of movements with accuracy. The horse must listen to the rider completely and to get the image of no effort from the rider.
* photos from www.jumpswest.com, www.citrusoaksfarm.com, and www.localriding.com/dressage-training-tips.html
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