Maritime Academy Quiz on Naval Architecture

What is the primary purpose of a ship?

• To act as a fishing vessel

• To serve as a floating hotel

• To transport goods or people safely and efficiently

• To provide recreational activities

What does the term 'trim' refer to in naval architecture?

• The width of the ship

• The length of the ship

• The balance of the ship in the water

• The height of the ship

What is the function of watertight bulkheads?

• To prevent flooding of compartments

• To provide structural support

• To enhance the ship's speed

• To improve fuel efficiency

What does the term 'metacentric height (GM)' indicate?

• A measure of stability

• The length of the ship

• The height of the ship's superstructure

• The width of the ship

Which material is most commonly used in ship construction?

• Fiberglass

• Plastic

• Wood

• Steel

What is the purpose of the keel in a ship?

• To act as a rudder

• To serve as a cargo hold

• To enhance the ship's speed

• To provide longitudinal strength

What is the primary function of a ship's rudder?

• To hold cargo

• To steer the ship

• To provide stability

• To support the hull

What is the role of ballast tanks?

• To provide living quarters for the crew

• To hold cargo

• To store fuel for the engines

• To adjust the ship's draft and stability

What does 'hull girder' refer to?

• The outer skin of the ship

• The deck of the ship

• The primary structural element providing longitudinal strength

• The internal compartments of the ship

What is the purpose of the freeboard measurement?

• To evaluate the ship's speed

• To determine the height of the ship above the waterline

• To measure the ship's length

• To assess the ship's cargo capacity