2. Nautical terms

Question 1

distance from water line to gunwale is called?

Answer 1

freeboard

Question 2

distance from bottom of boat to water line is called?

Answer 2

draught

Question 3

where is the flare of a boat?

Answer 3

curved sides at the bow of the boat

Question 4

where is the beam of the boat measured?

Answer 4

widest width of the boat

Question 5

leeward vs windward

Answer 5

leeward is the side of the boat away from the wind, windward is on the side of the wind

Question 6

making way vs under way

Answer 6

makingway = moving actively
underway = not anchored, drifting