Transport Quiz 01

4. The picture shows a roll-on, roll-off ferry.

6. What is the advantage of using this type of ship to move goods?

• 1. Goods can be transshipped without unpacking.

• 1. It is suitable for sending low value goods in bulk.

• 1. The goods cannot be lost in transit.

• 1. There is no need for customs officers.

What is a benefit of using containers to carry goods?

• 1. Containers can be used for any kind of cargo

• 1. Insurance for the goods carried is not required.

• 1. Transport costs for bulk cargoes are reduced.

• 1. Trans-shipment of goods can take place without unpacking.

Why is sea transport used widely for the carriage of goods?

• 1. Insurance charges are low.

• 1. Little packaging is required.

• 1. Low value cargo can bear the transport charges.

• 1. Theft and damage are prevented by containerization.

Which product must be kept in a cold storage warehouse?

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Which are all services of a freight forwarder?

• 1. arranges insurance, negotiates contracts, makes payment for goods

• 1. arranges shipment, organizes customs clearance, makes payment for goods

• 1. delivers goods, provides storage, negotiates import duty payments

• 1. manages documentation, arranges transport, organises customs clearance

What is an advantage of containerization in sea transport?

• 1. avoidance of customs duty

• 1. carriage of one type of product at a time

• 1. fast turnaround of ships at ports

• 1. quick unpacking of goods at docks

For which service is a port authority not responsible?

• collecting customs duties

• maintaining dry docks

• providing loading and unloading facilities

• providing re-fuelling facilities

Which service is provided by a port authority?

• operating currency exchange

• operating dry dock facilities for the repair of vessels

• providing customs clearance for goods and people

• supervising bonded warehouse

Which service do passenger airlines provide to improve their efficiency?

• no limit on cabin luggage

• online check-in facilities

• private lounge facilities

• wide range of in-flight refreshments

What is an advantage of sea transport over air transport?

• greater safety

• lower insurance charges

• greater speed over long distance

• lower carriage costs for bulk cargoes