Mashit 21 theory
Dedicated theory exam for Mashit 21 (sailboat): sailing theory, points of sail and manoeuvres.
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- Questions
- 30 questions
- Time
- 45 minutes
- Pass mark
- 80%
- Type
- Computerized
This exam includes mandatory questions: one wrong answer on any of them fails the exam regardless of the score.
Exam parameters are based on public sources and may change. Always confirm with the Shipping and Ports Authority.
Topics · 4 questions
- Sailing theoryFree
Sample questions
1. Two sailing vessels are on different tacks. Who gives way?
- 1. The one with the wind on her port side
- 2. The one with the wind on her starboard side
- 3. The larger one
- 4. The leeward one
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The one with the wind on her port sideOn different tacks, the vessel with the wind on the port side keeps out of the way.
2. Two sailing vessels are on the same tack. Who gives way?
- 1. The leeward vessel
- 2. The faster one
- 3. The windward vessel
- 4. Neither
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The windward vesselOn the same tack, the windward vessel keeps out of the way of the leeward vessel.
3. What does "in irons" mean?
- 1. Sailing at top speed
- 2. Head to wind and stalled
- 3. Wind from astern
- 4. Torn sail
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Head to wind and stalledWith the bow pointing straight into the wind the sails luff and the boat stops.
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