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Sailing Test
(Basic)
This test was designed for the
new sailor in mind. The questions are to familiarize the beginner with a
few of the basic terms of sailing. For each question below, click on the circle next to the
correct answer. When you are finished with the test, push the 'Score my
test' button at the bottom of the page. Good luck!
Note: This test is only
for fun, and should not be used to replace, but only enhance, lessons,
taught by a certified instructor. |
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Question #1
Strong metal straps mounted to the vessel on
both sides of the mast where the rigging is connected to support the Mast?
A.
Shrouds
B.
Chainplates
C.
Backstays
D.
Spars
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Question #2
A strong fitting with threaded screw-like
connectors on both ends. Used to tighten the stays and shrouds.
A.
Chainplate
B.
Tabernacle
C.
Winch
D.
Turnbuckle
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Question #3
Fitting used to quickly belay a rope while
sailing.
A.
Cam Cleat
B.
Spar
C.
Stanchion
D.
Block
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Question #4
A wire rope that connects the mast to the
side of a sailing vessel.
A.
Forestay
B.
Spar
C.
Shroud
D.
Backstay
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Question #5
Starboard is which side of the vessel.
A.
Left
B.
Front
C.
Right
D.
Rear
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Question #6
Mast mounting bracket designed for easier
lowering and raising of the mast.
A.
Tabernackle
B.
Block
C.
Wishbone
D.
Spar
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Question #7
The forward bottom corner of a sail.
A.
Head
B.
Leech
C.
Clew
D.
Tack
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Question #8
The aft bottom corner of a sail.
A.
Head
B.
Leech
C.
Clew
D.
Tack
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Question #9
The angular difference between true north
and magnetic north at any given point on earth is?
A.
Deviation
B.
Variation
C.
Heading
D.
Dead Reckoning
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Question #10
Point of sailing when the apparent wind is
blowing at a right angle to the vessel's bow to stern line.
A.
Close-Haul
B.
Run
C.
Starboard Tack
D.
Beam Reach
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Question #11
A combination of fittings used to pull the
boom down in various sailing conditions.
A.
Bosun
B.
Boom-vang
C.
Boomkin
D.
Batten
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Question #12
Masts, Booms and Poles which are used in
sailboat rigging.
A.
Spars
B.
Shrouds
C.
Chainplates
D.
Backstays
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Question #13
This knot is virtually slip proof, but is
also, easily untied. It's the most useful of all knots, and is great for
tying two lines together.
A.
Square
B.
Overhand
C.
Bowline
D.
Granny
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Question #14
The term "Underway with No Way On", is best
described by what term?
A.
Adrift
B.
Under full power
C.
Under full sail
D.
Reverse thrust
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Question #15
A wire rope that connects the mast to the
stern of the boat?
A.
Forestay
B.
Spar
C.
Shroud
D.
Backstay
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Question #16
The direction halfway between Dead Ahead and
Abeam?
A.
Broad on the Quarter
B.
Broad on the Bow
C.
On the Beam
D.
Dead Astern
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Question #17
A line used to restrict or control, a boom
or spar's lateral movement.
A.
Halyard
B.
Stay
C.
Rhumb Line
D.
Sheet
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Question #18
When a sailboat, has the wind coming in from
the left side, it is considered to be sailing ___________
A.
Starboard Tack
B.
Port Tack
C.
Leeward
D.
Lee Helm
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Question #19
A channeled wheel or pully, used to alter
the direction of force, to a rope or rigging wire.
A.
Sheave
B.
shroud
C.
Double Ender
D.
Chafing Gear
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Question #20
A loop made in the end of a rope, which is
somtimes used as a handle.
A.
Cleat
B.
Telltale
C.
Becket
D.
Cradle
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Question #21
To steer off course to make an adjustment
for sea conditions.
A.
Weather Helm
B.
Flare
C.
Yaw
D.
Broaching
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Question #22
A rope or wire used to raise a sail.
A.
Shroud
B.
Halyard
C.
Stay
D.
Lubber's Line
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Question #23
To use an anchor to move a boat.
A.
Kedge
B.
Drogue
C.
Reefing
D.
Quay
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Question #24
A device used to slow a boat in heavy
weather.
A.
Kedge
B.
Drogue
C.
Hawser
D.
Quay
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Question #25
This type of docking line is most useful
under difficult docking conditions.
A.
Bow line
B.
Flemish
C.
Spring Line
D.
Fairlead
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