The Anatomy of a Sailboat

The Anatomy of a Sailboat

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Interactive Video

Science, History

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial provides an overview of sailboats, their historical use, and key components such as the mast and hull. It explains the different types of sails, including the main sail, head sail, jib sail, and spinnaker, and their specific functions. Additionally, it covers various types of sailboats like sloops, cutters, ketches, and yawls, highlighting their unique features and purposes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of a sailboat's mast?

To store supplies

To provide seating for passengers

To carry sails and other equipment

To anchor the boat

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sail is used to navigate a sailboat against the wind?

Spinnaker

Jib sail

Mainsail

Headsail

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a spinnaker primarily used for?

Providing shade

Sailing downwind

Sailing upwind

Anchoring the boat

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of sailboat is known for having a simple design with a mainsail and a headsail?

Yawl

Sloop

Cutter

Ketch

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What distinguishes a ketch from a yawl?

The size of the hull

The type of sails used

The position of the mizzen mast

The number of masts