1st Learn Sailing Right test most likely the test
1. What is the name of the line used to hoist a sail up the mass?: halyard
2. In general, what is the proper location for a Helmsman to sit on a
small dinghy?: windward side
3. What does Heaving-to require?: a backed jib
4. What is the term for changing direction toward the wind?: heading up
5. Which of the following is stated in the navigation rules regarding
colli- sions?: all vessels must take measures to avoid collisions
6. In a man overboard rescue situation involving beginning sailors,what is
the best way to return to the victim?: tack and sail back on reech
7. What is the name of the top corner of a triangular sail?: head
8. When do sails work at their maximum efficiency when sailing up wind?:
on the verge of a luff
9. In light air, which of the following is true regarding the scoop capsize
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, recovery method?: It doesn't matter which direction the sails are facing
relative to the wind
10.Which is the best action to take with a sailor suffering from heat
exhaus- tion?: Move the person to a cool, dry area and allow them to
cool down
11.Why is it important to layer sailing gear?: it helps ensure you have the
proper gear for the conditions
12.In addition to being the best way to stay hydrated, drinking plenty of
water helps to do which of the following?: fend off heart emergencies
13.How can a lull be identified on the water?: less ripples and lighter colors
14.What is the term used when the wind's direction moves aft while
sailing upwind?: lift
15. What is a stationary reading of the wind's direction and velocity called?:
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true wind
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1. What is the name of the line used to hoist a sail up the mass?: halyard
2. In general, what is the proper location for a Helmsman to sit on a
small dinghy?: windward side
3. What does Heaving-to require?: a backed jib
4. What is the term for changing direction toward the wind?: heading up
5. Which of the following is stated in the navigation rules regarding
colli- sions?: all vessels must take measures to avoid collisions
6. In a man overboard rescue situation involving beginning sailors,what is
the best way to return to the victim?: tack and sail back on reech
7. What is the name of the top corner of a triangular sail?: head
8. When do sails work at their maximum efficiency when sailing up wind?:
on the verge of a luff
9. In light air, which of the following is true regarding the scoop capsize
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, recovery method?: It doesn't matter which direction the sails are facing
relative to the wind
10.Which is the best action to take with a sailor suffering from heat
exhaus- tion?: Move the person to a cool, dry area and allow them to
cool down
11.Why is it important to layer sailing gear?: it helps ensure you have the
proper gear for the conditions
12.In addition to being the best way to stay hydrated, drinking plenty of
water helps to do which of the following?: fend off heart emergencies
13.How can a lull be identified on the water?: less ripples and lighter colors
14.What is the term used when the wind's direction moves aft while
sailing upwind?: lift
15. What is a stationary reading of the wind's direction and velocity called?:
-
true wind
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