Basics

Question 1

Sail boats are always the stand-on vessel against powerboats according to the Rules of the Road. True or False?

• False
• True

Question 2

Which of the following describes a close reach point of sail?

• When a boat is sailing directly downwind.
• Any angle to the wind between close hauled and a beam reach
• A precise point of sail and is exactly perpendicular to the direction of the wind
• Can be any angle to the wind from a beam reach to running downwind.

Question 3

Which of the following describes the sailing term "Stern"?

• Away from the wind
• Used to steer the boat through the water
• The back of the boat
• Generates lift using the forward motion of the boat, counteracting the leeward force of the wind. It also provides ballast to the boat

Question 4

Which of the following describes a close hauled point of sail?

• When a boat is sailing directly downwind.
• Can be any angle to the wind from a beam reach to running downwind.
• Sailing as close to the No Sail Zone as possible without entering it
• When the boat is facing directly into the wind.

Question 5

Which of the following sailing terms is described as "Sail located behind the main mast of the vessel"?

• Luff
• Tack
• Main Sail
• Roach