Podcast
Questions and Answers
What was the role of the shipmaster onboard?
What was the role of the shipmaster onboard?
Which of the following was a duty performed by the crew?
Which of the following was a duty performed by the crew?
What term was used to describe carpenters, sailmakers, and cooks on a merchant ship?
What term was used to describe carpenters, sailmakers, and cooks on a merchant ship?
What was one of the specific dangers sailors faced during their voyages?
What was one of the specific dangers sailors faced during their voyages?
Signup and view all the answers
Who were privateers?
Who were privateers?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Learning Objectives
- Identify jobs and duties of sailors
- List dangers of sea trade
- Fill in blanks
Jobs and Duties of Sailors
- First mate received orders from the master and gave them to the crew
- Carpenters, sailmakers, and cooks were called idlers in merchant ships
- Crew slept on hammocks in the open area below the deck called the forecastle
- Ship carpenter repaired ship damage
Shipmaster Responsibilities
- Most important person on board
- Made all decisions, from supplies to crew selection and routes
- Managed all paperwork for the voyage
Crew Responsibilities
- Row the ship
- Steer the ship
- Keep watch for ocean dangers
- Raise and lower sails at appropriate times
Dangers of Sea Trade
- Storms
- Bad food
- Attacks from pirates and privateers
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
This quiz covers the roles and responsibilities of sailors, including the shipmaster and crew duties. It also highlights the various dangers associated with sea trade, such as storms and pirate attacks. Test your knowledge with fill-in-the-blank questions related to maritime professions.
