Ship's Parts Quiz

What are the two main parts of a ship?

• Bridge and Engine Room

• Deck and Sails

• Hull and Machinery

• Anchors and Rudder

What is the purpose of the transverse frames in a ship?

• To hold cargo

• To form the ribs of the ship

• To provide passenger accommodation

• To increase speed

What is the rear portion of the ship called?

• After end or stern

• Amidships

• Bows

• Fore end

Where are the engines usually situated in a ship?

• Amidships

• Fore end

• Aft

• Bows

What is the purpose of stabilizers on a ship?

• To provide passenger accommodation

• To facilitate cargo handling

• To reduce rolling in heavy seas

• To increase speed

What is the navigating center of the ship called?

• Helm

• Engine Room

• Machinery

• Bridge

What is the area between the forward and aft portions of the vessel called?

• Stern

• Bows

• Beam

• Amidships

What are derricks on a ship used for?

• Cargo handling

• Passenger accommodation

• Navigation

• Engine operation

What is the maximum breadth of the vessel known as?

• Superstructure

• Hull

• Beam

• Keel

Where are the ship's anchors and windlasses usually found?

• Amidships

• Bow section

• Stern section

• Aft section