Sailing Challenges and Safety

Sailing Challenges and Safety

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Life Skills

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

FREE Resource

The video tutorial follows a sailing crew as they encounter various challenges on an old boat. They face unexpected issues with the sail and electrical system, leading to a dangerous electrical short. As night falls, they navigate without lights, increasing the risk of collision. Despite the stress, they manage to find a safe dock for the night, reflecting on the day's events.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issues did the crew discover with the boat?

There were holes in the sail and electrical problems.

The anchor was missing.

The boat was leaking water.

The engine was not starting.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the crew hesitant to cut the wire?

They thought it might damage the radio.

They were concerned about being without lights at night.

They feared it might cause a fire.

They were worried about losing power to the engine.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern as night fell?

Running out of food supplies.

Navigating without cabin lights and unseen vessels.

The risk of hitting floating logs.

The temperature dropping significantly.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the crew notice that indicated a potential collision?

A red light approaching.

A sudden change in wind direction.

A steady green light from another vessel.

A loud horn from a nearby ship.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the crew respond to the collision threat?

They adjusted their course to avoid the vessel.

They increased speed to outrun the vessel.

They turned off all lights to remain unseen.

They anchored immediately to stop moving.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the crew find a safe place to dock for the night?

At a fishery dock.

In a secluded bay.

At a nearby island.

At a commercial port.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the emotional impact of the day's events on the crew?

They were indifferent and unaffected.

They felt relaxed and relieved.

They were stressed and exhausted.

They were excited and energized.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the crew reflect on at the end of the day?

The new friends they made.

The beauty of the sunset.

The challenges and stress they faced.

The delicious meal they had.

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the crew gain from the day's experience?

A better understanding of navigation.

A sense of accomplishment.

More gray hair and wrinkles.

A new appreciation for sailing.