Terminology

Question 1

Which of the following sailing terms is described as "Inside the boat towards the bow"?

• Luffing Up
• Fore (For'ard)
• Burgee
• Windward

Question 2

Which of the following describes the sailing term "AHead"?

• Sail located behind the main mast of the vessel
• Used to steer the boat through the water
• The front of the boat
• In front of the boat

Question 3

Which of the following sailing terms is described as "Away from the wind"?

• Leeward
• Backstay
• Main Sail
• Luff

Question 4

Which of the following describes the sailing term "Burgee"?

• A flag identifying the recreational organisation of a boat
• Inside the boat towards the bow
• Used to steer the boat through the water
• The back of the boat

Question 5

Which of the following describes the sailing term "Head"?

• Sail located behind the main mast of the vessel
• The top of a sail
• Performs the same job as the Forestay but is attached to the stern of the boat as opposed to the bow
• A tall vertical spar that supports the sails