Quiz 3 Living Aboard

Question 1

List three measures to prevent seasickness ___, ___, ___. Symptoms can be improved by taking the helm and scanning the ___.

Answer 1

rest
hydration
anti seasickness medication
horizon

Question 2

Contents of a marine first-aid kit depend upon the number of ___ and the distance from ___ assistance.

Answer 2

crew

medical

Question 3

While a hypothermic crewmember should be treated by ___ warming, a patient with heat exhaustion needs rapid ___ and hydration.

Answer 3

slow warming

rapid cooling

Question 4

Distress signals are used to attract ___ when you need assistance. In coastal waters, the best way to communicate with rescue authorities is with your ___ ___. You can pinpoint your position visually for rescuers by using ___.

Answer 4

attention
VHF radio
flares

Question 5

Should you be involved in a boating accident, you are required to make a formal report to the USCG if injuries are beyond ___ ___ or damages exceed ___.

Answer 5

first aid

$2,000

Question 6

Rendering assistance to another ___ at sea is required by law. HOwever, assistance shouls never exceed your level of capability and ___.

Answer 6

individual

training

Question 7

Your choice of MOB maneuver depends on the boat’s point of ___, the wind and ___ conditions, and the skill and experience of those on board.

Answer 7

point of sail

sea conditions

Question 8

The final approach foa Man Overboard recovery should be on a ___ ___ to control boat speed and to stop to ___ of the MOB.

Answer 8

close reach

windward

Question 9

If your propeller becomes fouled while motoring, your first action should be to shift to ___ gear. If the line is tightly wrapped, turning the ___ ___ from inside the boat may free the line.

Answer 9

neutral

prop shaft

Question 10

If the diesel engine runs at irregular rpm, falters, and stops, the problem is due to an interruption in the ___ supply, probably due to a clogged primary fuel ___.

Answer 10

fuel

filter

Question 11

Lack of cooling water will result in the engine ___. Stop the engine immediately and check for debris or obstruction in the ___-___ ___.

Answer 11

overheating

raw-water strainer

Question 12

In the event of a steering failure, determine if you can steer with the autopilot. If you can’t, fit the emergency ___ into the top of the rudder stock.

Answer 12

tiller

Question 13

Upon grounding under sail, your first action should be to ___ the sails. If grounding under power, immediately shift into neutral.

Answer 13

de-power the sails

neutral

Question 14

List three common sources of on board fires.

Answer 14

electrical
engines
fuel leaks
galley

Question 15

Upon discovering water in the cabin, your first response should be to ensure the ___ ___ are on and working, and then to ___ the water to establish if the leak is fresh or seawater.

Answer 15

bilge pumps

taste

Question 16

Duty rotation is not only a great way to share the load, but it also provides those new to cruising with ___ and ___.

Answer 16

training and experience

Question 17

When bringing provisions on board, leave the ___ ___ behind as they might contain insects and their eggs.

Answer 17

cardboard boxes

Question 18

Conserve the cold air in the fridge with tactical food storage: plan meals so you eat the most ___ items first, and ___ rummaging by packing meal items together.

Answer 18

perishable
minimize (or avoid)

Question 19

Stow heavy sealed beverages as ___ in the boat as possible, and replenish the beverage cooler from this stock.

Answer 19

low

Question 20

Skippers should plan on ___ ___ gallon of drinking water per person per day, and ___ gallons of water per day for bathing, dishes,etc.

Answer 20

One half gallon drinking water per person

five gallons for bathing, dishes

Question 21

To keep batteries properly charged, expect to run the diesel engine at least ___ hours per day.

Answer 21

Two (2) hours per day

Question 22

List three measures to help conserve domestic battery power.

Answer 22

switch off lights
use personnel reading light
switch off fans
run fridge only when charging

Question 23

Good practices towards maintaining a clean and happy boat include a daily seawater washdown of the ___, wiping the saloon table and wiping up ___.

Answer 23

cockpit

spills

Question 24

Before allowing crew to swim off the boat, deploy the ___ ___ and check for strong currents or shallow depths. Swim with a buddy, or post a ___.

Answer 24

swim ladder

lookout

Question 25

Cruising etiquette involves observing courtesies, including asking ___ to board or raft against another boat, and giving fisherman and raceboats room to ___.

Answer 25

permission

maneuver

Question 26

Flotillas offer a great way to gain experience by cruising in company with an experienced ___ ___ in new sailing grounds.

Answer 26

flotilla leader