Boating Questions Lesson 3

What are the nautical terms for the right and left side of the boat when facing the bow?

• Keel - right, Hull - left

• Draft - right, Stern - left

• Starboard - right, Port - left

• Port - right, Starboard, left

What is the unique propulsion system on a personal watercraft?

• Inboard engine/outboard propeller

• Inboard engine/water jet pump.

• Outboard

• Paddlewheel

How long should the blower run before starting the engine?

• At least 1 minute.

• At least 2 minutes.

• At least 3 minutes.

• At least 4 minutes.

Why have a float plan before leaving on a boat trip?

• To make sure there's enough fuel on board.

• To ensure the waters used are navigable.

• To make America great again.

• So someone can contact help if you are late.

What's listed on the capacity plate of a boat?

• Maximum limits for loading and powering

• Size of boat

• Equipment needed for safe operation

• Number of seats onboard

Bow

• The front part of the boat.

• To turn over.

• The four main points of a compass; north, south, east and west.

• Top edge of the vessel.

Capsize

• Instrument that shows the heading of a vessel.

• To change course, or tack, in a sailboat.

• To turn over.

• Information left with someone concerning your boating trip

Compass

• Instrument that shows the heading of a vessel.

• Set of guidelines that operators follow for safety on the water.

• The right side of the boat when facing the bow.

• Green buoy, odd numbered on the left side while returning from the sea.

Identify the Vessel Shape.

• Flat Bottom Hull

• Deep Vee Hull

• Round Bottom Hull

• Multi Hull

Identify the vessel part.

• Stern

• Gunwale

• Bow

• Propeller