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WorksheetsShipping Industry Multiple Choice Worksheet
Total questions: 81
Worksheet time: 43mins
Which of the following choices describes the statements given below? Statement I: Cargo shipping is the core element of economic development in which extensive market is open for industries. Statement 2: Sea transport is vital to global trade; it still contributes to marine pollution.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct
Which of the following choices describes the statements given below? Statement 1: Parcel size distribution determines which cargo will go in which ships. Statement 2: Tramp market operates according to a schedule of loading and discharge and adheres to a timetable.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct
Who among the following individuals involved in the shipping industry represents the owners of the vessels and who are engaged in the vessel's operations.
Ship builders
Ship owners
Ship brokers
Shipping agents
Who among the individuals involved in the shipping industry is responsible for guaranteeing the entry of goods into the country of destination?
Carrier
Freight forwarder
Custom broker
Shipper
Which of the following statements describes the choices given below?
Statement I: The third-party logistics sells booking on the vessels where the freight forwarders
would look to see a place for their clients.
Statement 2: The freight forwarder deals with the custom brokers when planning the point of destination of the cargo.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct
Which among the following intermodal maritime passage lost its strategic importance due the opening and operation of Suez Canal?
Panama Canal
Cape of Good Hope
Strait of Magellan
Strait of Hormuz
Which of the following statements is correct? Statement I: The liner market carries cargoes made up of large number from different consignment and shippers. Statement 2: The tramp market requires the provision of container facilities and containerization. Statement 3: The tramp market cargoes are carried at a freight rates, and carries one commodity at a time.
A, Statement I is correct
B. Statement 2 is correct
C. Statement I and statement 2 is correct
D. Statement I and statement 3 is correct
Which among the following intermodal maritime passage provides a direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia?
Panama Canal
Strait of Malacca
The Suez Canal
Strait of Hormuz
Which of the following statements describes a shipping network?
It involves the physical transport of cargo from point of origin to point of destination.
It refers to the transport system covering sea lanes that links port with its services provided by other firms.
It provides a convenient and economical means to transport goods that requires cross-ocean
It is considered the most cost-effective means for long-distance movement of cargo.
Which of the following intermodal maritime passages is a difficult route due to its narrow passage and uncooperative weather conditions?
Cape of Good Hope
The Suez Canal
Strait of Malacca
D. Strait of Magellan
Which of the following statements is true with reference to modern cargo vessels?
It is equipped with cranes and other mechanism to load and unload cargoes.
It provides a strong deck surface which is ideal for the working of forklift trucks inside tween deck spaces
Equipped with a lifting base usually in steel used to support heavy loads
Equipped with a lifting arrangement that is secured to a heavy load to provide stable hoist.
Which of the following considerations must be observed when the cargo is designed to float?
Ballast arrangement
Center of buoyancy
Physical size
Endurance of the vessel
Which of the phases of voyage planning involved the movement of the transport to follow the plan through its completion?
Appraisal
Planning
Execution
Monitoring
Which of the following voyage plan acceptance considerations deals with the monitoring and tracking of operations?
Risk assessment
Schedules
Loading procedures
Securing procedures
Which of the following voyage plan considerations highlights the width of channel and ports of call?
Securing procedure
Contingencies
Route planning
Discharge procedures
Which of the following choices describes the statements below?
Statement 1: The reduction of transport cost can stimulate more demand for seaborne trade.
Statement 2: One of the political factors that influence seaborne trade is the use of trade policies.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct
Which of the following is not a part of the voyage plan acceptance?
A. Monitoring
B. Personnel requirements
C. Security and cost
D. Documentations
What part of the hull should rest on the ground if the vessel is not supported by water?
Tween decks
Bilge bays
Limber board
Hatch covers
Which among the determinants of sea transport supply is focused on the shipping capacity adjustments when the forecasted demand is not as expected?
Investment decision
Operational efficiency
Average haul
Fleet size
Who among the following stakeholders affect the supply of sea transport due to their influence on capital investment in the shipping industry?
Shipowners
Bankers
Regulators
Shippers
Which of the following variables is not a part in engaging in long-term seaborne trade?
Change in demand for a particular product
Change in financial position of the ship owners
Change in the sources from which supplies of commodities are obtained
Change in the location of the processing plant
Which of the following statements describe operational efficiency of the shipping industry?
The ships can provide services at a lower cost per ton-mile.
Change in the shipper's requirements to obtain what they desire at a designated time
The decisions on where to source raw materials is influenced by transport
The total number of ships under common ownership and/or control.
Which of the following statements relates to the shipping cycle?
Who among the following stakeholders affect the supply of sea transport due to the implementation of safety and environmental legislation?
Shipowners
Bankers
Regulators
Shippers
Which of the following scenarios must be considered with reference to political factors?
Demand for sea transport must take into consideration the distance over which the cargo is shipped.
The decision to transport the product are affected by the availability of transport operators.
The use of trade policies to protect domestic production
Observe the economic characteristics of the firms that produce and consume commodities.
Which of the following choices describes the statements given below? Statement 1: The tween decks must be assessed to validate their overall general condition and correct fitting. Statement 2: As part of the inspection, the soiled dunnage must be removed to suit the intended cargo to be loaded.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct.
What type of stowage plan provides an avenue for tracking specific units during the sea voyage?
Cargo stowage plan
Roll-on/Roll-off stowage plan
Container stowage plan
Tanker stowage plan
Which of the following choices describes the statements given below? Statement 1: The tanker stowage plan indicates the location of heavy lifts and hazardous cargoes Statement 2: The container stowage plan identifies each cargo that allows the shipper to estimate the arrival of their goods.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct.
What type of cargoes at placed in hessian sacks and must be stowed in a cool place?
Bagged cargo
Rice grains
Iron rods
Plastic pellets
Which of the following statements describes the supply of sea transport?
The total number of ships under common ownership
The mechanism to balance the supply and demand for ships
The relationship between the world economy and sea transport
The measure of available capacity for carrying cargo from port to port.
Which among the following scenarios relates to overcarried cargoes?
The cargo meant to discharge in Port of Panama but was not discharge that leads to additional cost.
A requirement for separate parcels of the same cargo carried together.
The cargoes discharge at one or more ports must be positioned for easy discharge
Lock-up stows should be provided throughout the voyage.
Which of the following cargoes are dangerous because a slightest contact creates damage or injury to ship personnel?
Bagged cargo
Bale cargo
Case cargo
Steel cargo
What classification of goods based on IMDG must be stowed in a cool part of the ships and must be kept cool as possible while on board?
Flammable solid
Flammable liquid
Gasses
Explosives
Which of the following statements describes cargo sweat?
These are information that will substantiate quality and quantity of cargo when disputes occur,
These develops when the temperature of the cargo is cold and incoming air is warm.
These are attached to the ship's wall that creates vital air space between the hull and the cargo.
Ex of the inform hen the result of that creates vital air space between the hull and the cargo
Statement 2: The stowage requirement for flammable liquids must consider the UN numbers and its flashpoints.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, second statement is correct
What classification of goods based on IMDG must be packed using approved, non-reactive packaging and segregated from incompatible materials like oxidizers and strong acids on board the vessel?
Flammable liquid
Flammable solids
Explosives
Corrosives
What classification of goods based on IMDG refers to a substance in redox chemical reactions that gains or receives an electron from a reducing agent?
Radioactive substance
Corrosives
Oxidizing agents & peroxides
Poison
What classification of goods based on IMDG refers to substances that can cause injury, serious illness during transport either by inhalation or dermal absorption?
Oxidizing agent & peroxide
Poison
Radioactive substance
Flammable liquid
Which of the following statements describes cargo battens?
These are information that will substantiate quality and quantity of cargo when disputes occur.
These develops when the temperature of the cargo is cold and incoming air is warm.
Situations that occurs as a result of improper handling and stowage of cargo
These are attached to the ship's wall that creates vital air space between the hull and the cargo.
Which of the following container markings reflects the registration number and the unique identification of the owner?
Container code
Tare weight
Container number
What classification of goods based on IMDG must be stowed in secure packages to prevent movement and keep bung type drums upward to keep them dry and cool?
Oxidizing agent
Corrosives
Poison
Radioactive substance
Which of the following statements is correct? Statement I: The container code reflects four letters and five alphanumeric characters. Statement 2: The first three letters of the container code refers to the owner code.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, second statement is correct
What classification of goods based on IMDG must be stowed on deck or under-deck placement which requires necessary mechanical ventilation and must be secured to prevent movement?
Gasses
Radioactive substances
Flammable solid
Flammable liquid
Which of the following choices describes the statements given below? Statement 1: The bill of lading is a document that contains a detailed list of a shipment of cargo. Statement 2: The freight invoice is usually issued by the logistic company to acknowledge the receipt of the cargo
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, second statement is correct
Which of the following statements refers to flexible boxships?
A container ship design with cell guides to the full height of the stowage
A large heavy lifting structure found in every container terminal.
A container vessel designed with flexible length deck cell guide capable of handling different length containers.
A space occupied by a single vertical stack of containers
Which of the following concepts refers to the containers that represents the deck stowage of containers in tiers and in bays?
Lashing frume
Containers
Cell guide
Stacks
Which of the following statements is true with reference to flat rack containers?
The container is used to accommodate cargoes of non-compatible dimensions.
The container is primarily for coffee traders.
The container can carry hazardous and non-hazardous liquid chemicals
The container is fitted with steel floors to facilitate cleaning.
What type of container is appropriate for loading awkward size parcels?
Open top container
Bulk container
Half-height container
Flat rack container
Which of the following types of containers are designed for cargoes that require a high degree of air passage during the voyage?
Flat rack container
Ventilated container
Bulk containers
Conventional containers
Which of the following statements refers to hatchless holds?
A container ship design with cell guides to the full height of the stowage.
A large heavy lifting structure found in every container terminal.
A container vessel designed with flexible length deck cell guide capable of handling different length containers.
A space occupied by a single vertical stack of containers.
Which of the following is not essential in an export container packing document
Quarantine declaration
Transport document
Kind of container
Custom status of cargo declaration
Which of the following choices describe the statements given below? Statement 1: Container de-lashing is done together on-board ships.
True
False
Which of the following statements describes compartment insulation?
A. A high thermal dynamic efficiency is required.
B. It is adopted for the purpose of reducing the load on the refrigeration plant.
C. It is used to prevent cold air reaching the bilge areas
D. A brine temperature entering and leaving the evaporator.
Which of the following qualities describe an acceptable refrigeration plant?
It should be non-corrosive and non-toxic
External air temperature
Should be fire resistant
Should be light for draught consideration
Which of the following activities is necessary for refrigeration plant monitoring?
The low volume and pressure
Checking on the temperatures of the cargo compartment
Should have strength and durability
Should be light for draught consideration
What is the required temperature for bananas in a 40 feet-reefer container?
18 degrees Celsius
29 degrees Celsius
13 degrees Celsius
20 degrees Celsius
What is the required temperature for bacon stowed in a reefer container?
20-22 degrees Celsius
10-15 degrees Celsius
15-20 degrees Celsius
5-10 degrees Celsius
Which of the following choices describe the statements given below? Statement 1: A cofferdam is an isolating space between two adjacent steel decks. Statement 2: Data logging system is used to continuously monitor the refrigeration plant/machine.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct
Which of the following choices describe the statements given below? Statement 1: The tank dome is an upward extension of the position of a cargo tank. Statement 2: The tank dome is intended to protect the cargo containment system against damage.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct
Which of the following choices describe the statements given below? Statement 1: The ring main pipeline system takes oil directly from the tank to the pump and reduces friction Statement 2: The ring main pipeline system is employed on product tankers where the system allows many grades of cargo to be carried without contamination
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct
Which of the following choices describe the statements given below? Statement 1: The direct pipeline system is easy to operate and takes less time to set-up the valve. Statement 2: The direct pipeline system can carry a greater number of different parcels of cargo.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct
Which of the following statements is an advantage of direct system pipeline?
It is easy to isolate each section thereby avoiding contamination.
Cargoes can be more convenient to split into smaller units.
Line washing is more complete
Trim can be easily controlled.
Which of the following statements describe a ring pipeline system?
It takes oil directly from the pump to the tank.
It is cheaper to install and maintain
It is extensively installed on product, tankers.
Tank drainage is very efficient since the bulkheads valves allow the oil to flow.
Which of the following statements relate to a free flow system?
Highly versatile system
The simplest type of pipeline system which uses fewer valves
It employs gate valves in the tank bulkheads
It is extensively installes on product tankers
Which of the following situations is a disadvantage of direct system?
Difficult to plan for a multi-port discharge
Overflows are possible if cargo levels are not monitored
Contamination will happen if valves are incorrectly set
Cost of installation is expensive
Which of the following situations is a disadvantage of pipeline system
The maintenance cost is expensive
Difficult to plan for a multi-port discharge
Overflow of cargoes
Overflows are possible if tanks are not monitored.
Which of the following cargo cleaning methods is carried out using acceptable solvent.
IG system
Water flushing system
Bottom flushing system
Crude Oil washing system
Which of the following statements refers to cargo manifest?
The summary of position of ballast change, dates, and tank locations.
It is a layout of the distribution of ship cargoes created by cargo officer
The basis of declaration when entering every port being checked by a customs officer.
It is a layout that shows the operational aspects of the ship's lifting equipment.
Which of the following choices describes the statements given below? Statement 1: Monitoring areas such as proximity to the ship's hull is necessary for the shipboard security Statement 2: The rigging plan is developed to ensure the application of measures to protect persons onboard the ship.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct.
Which among the following ISPS terminologies relates to the plan that ensures the protection of persons, cargo, or ships from risk.
Port security plan
Ship Security Plan
Rigging Plan
Ship/Port interface
What ISPS terminology refers to the interactions occurring when a ship is directly affected by actions involving the movement of goods to or from the ships?
Ship/port interface
Security level
Cargo manifest
Cargo stowage plan
Which of the following statements refers to cargo stowage plan?
The summary of position of ballast change, dates, and tank locations.
It is a layout of the distribution of ship cargoes created by cargo officer
The basis of declaration when entering every port being checked by a customs officer.
It is a layout that shows the operational aspects of the ship's lifting equipment.
Statement 1: The certificate of fitness is required as evidence that containers can withstand carriage at sea. Statement 2: The document of compliance is issued to vessels permitted to carry dangerous goods.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct.
Which of the following statements describes a document of compliance?
A document issued that permits a ship to carry hazardous goods
A document issued to a vessel as confirmation of its ISPC compliance
A document issued by a surveyor certifying the ship's ability to carry cargo safely.
A document that quantifies the goods and state the condition of the goods at the time of shipping
What type of cargo document is required by the government for certain goods which are subject to inspections by custom officers?
Bill of lading
Export license
Document of authorization
Document of compliance
What type of cargo document is required to certify the ability of the ship to carry the cargo safely.
International security certificate
Document of compliance
Document of authorization
Certificate of fitness
Which of the following statements describes the international security certificate?
A document issued that permits a ship to carry hazardous goods
A document issued to a vessel as confirmation of its ISPC compliance
A document issued by a surveyor certifying the ship's ability to carry cargo safely.
A document that quantifies the goods and state the condition of the goods at the time of shipping
What type of cargo document represents the consignee's title to the goods being shipped?
Custom clearance
Export license
Bill of lading
Cargo manifest
What type of cargo document is required to gas carrier and has a validity period not exceeding 5 years?
Container packing certificate
Cargo manifest
Certificate of fitness
International Security certificate
Which of the following choices describes the statements given below? Statement 1: The security level 1 requires a minimum appropriate protective security measure that must be maintained. Statement 2: Controlling access is implemented as a security measure to check on the embarkation of persons and individuals with criminal intent.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct.
Which of the following choices describes the statements given below? Statement 1: The security level 3 requires an appropriate protective security measure that must be maintained due to heightened security incidents. Statement 2: The ISPS code is applicable to port facilities serving international voyages.
Both statements are correct
Both statements are incorrect
First statement is correct, and second statement is incorrect
First statement is incorrect, and second statement is correct.
