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In shipboard terminology, what is another term for the rear of the ship?
In shipboard terminology, what is another term for the rear of the ship?
- Aft (correct)
- Beam
- Bridge
- Bow
What is the term for the ship's kitchen, where edibles are prepared in large quantities?
What is the term for the ship's kitchen, where edibles are prepared in large quantities?
- Gangway
- Galley (correct)
- Helm
- Funnel
What is the function of the 'muster station' on a ship during an emergency?
What is the function of the 'muster station' on a ship during an emergency?
- The designated area where people gather for a role call and instructions. (correct)
- A place for passengers to relax and enjoy amenities.
- The ship's primary navigation and control center
- The location where crew members perform maintenance.
What is the main purpose of a 'lifeboat drill' conducted on a ship?
What is the main purpose of a 'lifeboat drill' conducted on a ship?
Which of the following best describes the role of a 'purser' on a ship?
Which of the following best describes the role of a 'purser' on a ship?
What is a 'gangplank' used for on a ship?
What is a 'gangplank' used for on a ship?
Which term refers to the walls within a ship that divide it into different sections?
Which term refers to the walls within a ship that divide it into different sections?
What is the primary function of a 'tenderboat'?
What is the primary function of a 'tenderboat'?
Which of the following defines what a 'life raft' is?
Which of the following defines what a 'life raft' is?
What term describes the opening in the side of a ship used for boarding or provisioning?
What term describes the opening in the side of a ship used for boarding or provisioning?
If a passenger is experiencing motion sickness on a ship, what condition are they likely suffering from?
If a passenger is experiencing motion sickness on a ship, what condition are they likely suffering from?
Which term describes the unit of speed used in navigation, approximately equal to 1.875 KM/H?
Which term describes the unit of speed used in navigation, approximately equal to 1.875 KM/H?
What does the term 'embarkation' refer to in the context of a cruise or journey on a ship?
What does the term 'embarkation' refer to in the context of a cruise or journey on a ship?
What is the 'bridge' of a ship?
What is the 'bridge' of a ship?
What is the role of a 'cabin steward/ess' on board a ship?
What is the role of a 'cabin steward/ess' on board a ship?
What is the function of 'stabilizers' on a ship?
What is the function of 'stabilizers' on a ship?
What information would you expect to find in a ship's 'manifest'?
What information would you expect to find in a ship's 'manifest'?
What is the 'hull' of a ship?
What is the 'hull' of a ship?
What does 'debark' or 'disembark' mean?
What does 'debark' or 'disembark' mean?
What is the term for a cabin inside the ship, that does not feature a view to the water?
What is the term for a cabin inside the ship, that does not feature a view to the water?
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Aft/Stern/Rear
Aft/Stern/Rear
The back side of the ship or vessel.
Beam
Beam
The width of the ship at its widest point.
Bow/Forward
Bow/Forward
The front of the ship.
Bridge
Bridge
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Bulkhead
Bulkhead
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Cabin/Stateroom
Cabin/Stateroom
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Galley
Galley
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Gangplank
Gangplank
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Gangway
Gangway
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Hull
Hull
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Life Buoy/Life Ring
Life Buoy/Life Ring
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Lifejacket
Lifejacket
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Lifeboat
Lifeboat
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Manifest
Manifest
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Muster Station
Muster Station
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Ocean View Cabin
Ocean View Cabin
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Port/Portside
Port/Portside
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Starboard
Starboard
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Porthole
Porthole
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Tenderboat
Tenderboat
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Study Notes
Ship Directions and Structure
- Aft, stern, or rear indicates the back side of the ship or vessel
- Beam describes the width of the ship at its widest point
- Bow or forward refers to the front of the ship
- Bulkhead are vertical partition walls separating areas of a ship
- Midship refers to the area between the aft and the bow
- Port/Portside is the left side of the ship when facing forward
- Starboard refers to the right-hand side of the ship when facing forward
- Hull is the shell or body of a ship including the sides and bottom
Ship Operations
- Bridge serves as the ship's command center located at the forward topside
- Embarkation signifies the start of a cruise or journey, including boarding a ship
- Debarkation means exiting the ship normally at the end of a cruise
- Gangway is an opening in the side of a ship for boarding or provisioning
- Gangplank is a ramp from the pier to the ship for passengers to board
- Helm refers to the ship's steering mechanism
- Stabilizers are hydraulic fins underwater to minimize the ship's roll
Shipboard Accommodations
- Cabins or Staterooms are rooms providing accommodations and personal space for guests
- Ocean View Cabin is a cabin with a porthole or a balcony with a partial view of the water
- Interior / Inside Cabin describes a cabin without a view of the water
- Porthole is a small circular window in the side of the ship's hull
- Upperberth/Lowerberth refers to a recessed bunk bed
- Veranda or Balcony is a private balcony for passengers
Safety Equipment
- Life Buoy/ Life Ring is a floating ring thrown to save those drowning
- Lifeboat refers to a constructed boat to withstand heavy seas
- Life Jacket is a sleeveless buoyant or inflatable jacket
- Life Boat Drill is an exercise on every ship to train crew and passengers how to evacuate in an emergency
- Life Raft is a boat launched with a davit or thrown that holds 25 people or less
Crew and Responsibilities
- Cabin Steward/Ess refers to a room attendant responsible for cleaning, maintenance, and guest requests
- Crewmess is the crew canteen or dining area for crew members
- Maitre D' is in charge of restaurant operations and supervises the waiters
- Purser is a ship's officer handling accounts, welfare, and documents such as passports and seaman books for all crew/staff
Ship Features
- Deck describes ship floors and open areas
- Dock is the water space alongside a pier
- Funnel or Chimney is the ship's smokestack
- Galley is the ship's kitchen where mass quantities of food are prepared
- Lift is an elevator that moves passengers from one deck to another
- Muster Station is where everyone meets for roll call during an emergency
- Tenderboat is a boat to transfers passengers from ship to shore when anchored
Other Terms
- Excursion is a trip on land or sea at ports of call
- Knot is a unit of speed in navigation at 1.875 km/h
- Manifest is a document containing a list of guests and crew with personal information
- Sea Sickness is motion sickness during rough sea
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