Question 1
Which of the following describes the sailing term "Windward"?
Your Answer:
Towards the wind
Question 2
Which of the following sailing terms means "The top of the sail"?
Your Answer:
Head
Question 3
Which of the following sailing terms is described as "Sail located behind the main mast of the vessel"?
Your Answer:
Main Sail
Question 4
Which of the following describes the sailing term "Forestay"?
Your Answer:
Most commonly a stainless steel wire, the forestay is a piece of standing rigging which helps keep the mast upright. It is attached at the bow of the boat, to the top of the mast
Question 5
Which of the following sailing terms is described as "Generates lift using the forward motion of the boat, counteracting the leeward force of the wind. It also provides ballast to the boat"?
Your Answer:
Keel