Question 1
Which of the following sailing terms is described as "Performs the same job as the Forestay but is attached to the stern of the boat as opposed to the bow"?
Your Answer:
Keel
Correct Answer:
Backstay
Question 2
The following image identifies which point of sail?
Your Answer:
Close Reach
Correct Answer:
Close Hauled
Question 3
Which of the following describes the "Battens" part of the sail?
Your Answer:
Long thins strips of usually either fibreglass or wood used to support the sail
Question 4
Which of the following describes the sailing term "Leeward"?
Your Answer:
Away from the wind
Question 5
The red circle in the following image identifies which part of a sailing boat?
Your Answer:
Bow