Sailing test 2023 solved - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Abeam - Answer- Off the side of (at right angle to) the boat. Aboard - Answer- On the boat. Aft - Answer- At or toward the stern or behind the boat. Batten - Answer- A thin wooden or plastic strip inserted into pocket on the back part (leach) of a sail beam - Answer- the widest part of a boat's hull Beam Reach - Answer- (point of sail) sailing in a direction at approximately 90 degrees to the wind. Block - Answer- A pulley on a boat. Bolt rope - Answer- The rope sewn into t...

What is the name of the line used to hoist a sail up the mass? - Answer- halyard In general, what is the proper location for a Helmsman to sit on a small dinghy? - Answer- windward side What does Heaving-to require? - Answer- a backed jib What is the term for changing direction toward the wind? - Answer- heading up Which of the following is stated in the navigation rules regarding collisions? - Answer- all vessels must take measures to avoid collisions In a man overboard rescue si...