Sailing Right test (most likely the test)
Exam Questions with Complete
Solutions
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 situation involving beginning sailors,what is the best way to
return to the victim? - Answer-tack and sail back on reech
What is the name of the top corner of a triangular sail? - Answer-head
When do sails work at their maximum efficiency when sailing up wind? - Answer-on the
verge of a luff
In light air, which of the following is true regarding the scoop capsize recovery method?
- Answer-It doesn't matter which direction the sails are facing relative to the wind
Which is the best action to take with a sailor suffering from heat exhaustion? - Answer-
Move the person to a cool, dry area and allow them to cool down
Why is it important to layer sailing gear? - Answer-it helps ensure you have the proper
gear for the conditions
In addition to being the best way to stay hydrated, drinking plenty of water helps to do
which of the following? - Answer-fend off heart emergencies
How can a lull be identified on the water? - Answer-less ripples and lighter colors
What is the term used when the wind's direction moves aft while sailing upwind? -
Answer-lift
What is a stationary reading of the wind's direction and velocity called? - Answer-true
wind
Exam Questions with Complete
Solutions
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 situation involving beginning sailors,what is the best way to
return to the victim? - Answer-tack and sail back on reech
What is the name of the top corner of a triangular sail? - Answer-head
When do sails work at their maximum efficiency when sailing up wind? - Answer-on the
verge of a luff
In light air, which of the following is true regarding the scoop capsize recovery method?
- Answer-It doesn't matter which direction the sails are facing relative to the wind
Which is the best action to take with a sailor suffering from heat exhaustion? - Answer-
Move the person to a cool, dry area and allow them to cool down
Why is it important to layer sailing gear? - Answer-it helps ensure you have the proper
gear for the conditions
In addition to being the best way to stay hydrated, drinking plenty of water helps to do
which of the following? - Answer-fend off heart emergencies
How can a lull be identified on the water? - Answer-less ripples and lighter colors
What is the term used when the wind's direction moves aft while sailing upwind? -
Answer-lift
What is a stationary reading of the wind's direction and velocity called? - Answer-true
wind
