Test Your Boating Knowledge Answers

Last week we ran a four day “Test Your Boating Knowledge” contest. Binnacle, was the winner. Here are the questions with the correct answers highlighted.

Q: A 20-meter power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside will display ___________

1. two masthead lights in a vertical line

2. a towing light above the stern light

3. two towing lights in a vertical line

4. two all-round red lights at the masthead

Q: What was the name of the boat on which Darwin traveled?

1. Endeavor

2. Resolution

3. Beagle

4. Agamemnon

Q: Which animal is a sign of bad luck on a ship?

1. Rabbit

2. Rat

3. Cat

4. Monkey

 Q: The term “Mayday” comes from what language?

1. Greek

2. French

3. Italian

4. Spanish