Sailing Trivia
From the Auld Mug to the dreaded 'in irons' stall, test your knowledge of the high seas before you accidentally gybe into a disqualification.
EXAMPLE QUESTIONS
Which two imaginary coordinate lines intersect to pinpoint a vessel's exact geographic position on a nautical chart?
Latitude and longitude
What is the name of the large primary sail that is attached to the mast and runs along a sailboat's boom?
Mainsail
Commonly used in modern boat construction, what material replaced wood as the standard for masts because it is lighter and resistant to rot?
Aluminum
At the 1805 Battle of Trafalgar, what was the name of Admiral Horatio Nelson’s famous flagship where he led the British fleet to victory?
HMS Victory
What type of sailboat rig features a small mizzen mast located aft of the rudder post, primarily used for balance rather than propulsion?
Yawl