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TAKE HOME LONG QUIZ #1:

DIRECTIONS:
-25 item, 50PTS multiple choice questions by choosing the letter of the correct answer.
-Upon choosing your answer… explain/ justify your answer by citing the COLREGs.
-LATE SUBMISSION WILL RESULT TO SCORE OF 49%

EXAMPLE:

__D___1. The International Rules of the Road apply:

        a.To all waters which are not inland waters.
        b.Only to waters outside the territorial waters of the US.
        c.Only to waters where foreign vessels travel.
        d.Upon the high seas and connecting waters navigable by
          seagoing vessels.
ANSWER: RULE 1, as it states that the rules of the road applies to vessels upon high seas and
connecting waters navigable by seagoing vessels

START HERE: 2 PTS PER QUESTION

_____1. These Rules shall apply to all vessels upon _________ connected
        there with navigable by seagoing vessels.
        I. The high seas             II. In all waters
        a. I and II                     c. both I and II
        b. II only                      d. neither I nor II
ANSWER: A

_____2. Nothing in these rules shall interfere with the operation of special
        rules made by an appropriate authority for _________ connected
        with the high seas and navigable by seagoing vessels. Such special
        rules shall conform as closely as possible to these Rules.
        I.  Roadsteads and harbors
        II. Rivers
        III.Lakes or inland waterways
        a.I and II                    c. I and III      
        b.II and III                  d. I, II and III
ANSWER: D

_____3. Which statements is TRUE about the Navigation Rules?

        a.The Rules require the vessels to comply with the
                Traffic Separation Scheme Regulations
        b.The Rules use the term “safe speed”.
        c.The Rules Permit a stand-on vessel to take action
                prior to being in extremis.
        d.All of the above are correct.
ANSWER: D
_____4. You are on a vessel that cannot comply with the spacing requirement for
        masthead lights due to the nature of the vessel’s function.
        What is required in this situation?
        a.The vessel must carry only the lights that comply with the rules,
                the others may be omitted.
        b.The vessel must be altered to permit full compliance the rules.
        c.An all-round light should be substituted for the masthead light
                and the stern light.
        d.The vessel’s lights must comply as closely as possible,
                as determined by her government.
ANSWER: D

_____5.What is the authorized light to assist in the identification of submarines

        operating on the surface?
        a.Blue rotating light
        b.Flashing white light
        c.Intermittent flashing amber/yellow light
        d.Flashing sidelight
ANSWER: D

_____6.The masthead light may be located at other than the fore and aft
        centerline on a vessel:
        a.Less than 50-meters in length
        b.Less than 20-meters in length
        c.Of special construction
        d.Engaged in trolling
ANSWER: B

____7.What is a light signal authorized by the Secretary of the Navy as

        an additional navigational light for a ship of war?
        a.Two yellow lights in a vertical line for a carrier
                launching aircraft
        b.Green masthead and yardarm lights for a vessel engaged
                in mine clearing operations.
        c.Flashing amber beacon for submarines
        d.Yellow flares indicating torpedo firing exercises
ANSWER: C

____8.Which of the following is a light signal authorized by the Secretary

        of the Navy as an additional navigation light for a ship of war?
        a.Flashing amber beacon for submarines
        b.Green masthead and yardarm lights indicating mine clearance operations.
        c.Flashing amber beacon for submarines
        d.Yellow flares indicating torpedo firing exercises
ANSWER: C
____9.Nothing in these Rules shall exonerate any __________ thereof,
        from the consequences of any neglect to comply with these Rules or of the
        neglect of any precaution which may be required by the ordinary practice
        of seamen, or by the special circumstances of the case.
        I.Vessel    II. Owner      III. Master or crew
        a.I and II                              c. III only
        b.I and III                             d. I, II and III
ANSWER: D

____10.In construing and complying with these Rules due regard shall be
        had to __________ and to any special circumstances, including the
        limitations of the vessels involved, which may make a departure from
        these Rules necessary to avoid immediate danger.
        I.All dangers of navigation   II. Collision
        a.I only                               c. both I and II
        b.II only                              d. neither I nor II
ANSWER: C

____11.According to Navigation Rules, you may depart from the Rules when:
        a.No vessels are in sight visually
        b.No vessels are visible in the radar
        c.You are in immediate danger
        d.Out of sight of land
ANSWER: A

12.What would be a “special circumstance” under the Rules

        a.Vessel at anchor
        b.Two vessels meeting
        c.Speed in fog
        d.More than two vessels crossing
ANSWER: B

13.In complying with the rules, of what must the mariner take due regard?
        a.Limited backing power of his vessel
        b.Radar information about the nearby vessel
        c.The occupation of the other vessel, if known
        d.All of the above
ANSWER: D

14.The word “vessel”, includes every description of water craft,

        including ______________, used or capable of being used as
        a means of transportation on water.
        I.Non-displacement craft      II. Seaplanes
        a.I only                               c. both I and II
        b.II only                              d. neither I nor II
ANSWER: C

____15.As defined in the rules, the term “vessel” would include a:

        a.Barges                           c. Hovercraft
        b.Seaplane                         d. All of the above
ANSWER: C

____16.The term ‘power-driven vessel’ means any vessel propelled by:

        a.Machinery                             c. Oars
        b.Sail                               d. All of the above
ANSWER: A

____17.A vessel is being propelled both by sail and by engine,

        under the Rules, the vessel is:
        a.Considered a “special circumstance” vessel
        b.Not covered under any category
        c.Considered a sail vessel
        d.Considered a power driven vessel
ANSWER: A

____18.The term ‘sailing vessel’ means any vessel:

        I.Under sail    
        II.Under Power
        III.With propelling machinery but not being used
        a.I and II                            c. I and III
        b.II and III                          d. I, II and III
ANSWER: A

____19.The term ‘vessel engaged in fishing’ means any vessel fishing with
        _________________ or other fishing apparatus which restrict maneuverability,
        but does not include a vessel fishing with trolling lines or other fishing
        apparatus which do not restrict maneuverability.
        a.Nets                                      c. Lines                              
        b.Trawls                                  d. All of the above
ANSWER: D

____20.According to the Navigation Rules, all of the following are engaged in

        fishing EXCEPT a vessel:
        a.Setting nets                        c. Trawling
        b.Using a dredge net             d. Trolling
ANSWER: D

____21.The term ‘vessel not under command’ means a vessel which:

        I.Through some exceptional circumstance is unable to maneuver
                as required by the Rules and is therefore unable to
                keep out of the way of another vessel.
        II.From the nature of her work is restricted in her ability to
                maneuver as required by the Rules and is therefore unable
                to keep out of the way of another vessel.
        a.I only                            c. Both I and II
        b.II only                           d. Neither I nor II
ANSWER: C

____22.The following are vessels not under command EXCEPT:

        a.Engine and steering gear breakdown
        b.Loss of rudder and propeller.
        c.Vessels which have their anchors down but not holding
        d.A vessel engaged in mine clearing operations
ANSWER: D

____23.A vessel that is defined as “restricted in her ability to maneuver”

        is unable to keep out of the way of another vessel due to:
        a.Her draft
        b.The nature of her work
        c.Some exceptional circumstances
        d.A danger of navigation
ANSWER: B

____24.The following are considered as “vessels restricted in her ability to maneuver” EXCEPT:
        a.A vessel engaged in laying, servicing or picking up a navigation mark,
                submarine cable or pipeline;
        b.A vessel engaged in dredging,
                surveying or underwater operations
        c.A vessel engaged in replenishment or transferring persons,
                provisions or cargo while underway
        d.A vessel riding to anchor chains with anchors unshackled
ANSWER: D

____25.Which vessel is NOT to be regarded as “restricted in her ability to maneuver”?

        a.A vessel engaged in the launching or recovery of aircraft
        b.A vessel engaged in mine clearance operations
        c.A vessel engaged in a towing operation such as severely restricts the
                towing vessel and her tow in their ability to deviate from their course.
        d.A sailing vessel becalmed, dismasted or damaged sail.
ANSWER: D
TAKE HOME LONG QUIZ #2:
DIRECTIONS:
-25 item multiple choice questions by choosing the letter of the correct answer.
-Upon choosing your answer… explain/ justify your answer by citing the COLREGs.
-LATE SUBMISSION WILL RESULT TO SCORE OF 49%

EXAMPLE:

__D___1. The International Rules of the Road apply:

        a.To all waters which are not inland waters.
        b.Only to waters outside the territorial waters of the US.
        c.Only to waters where foreign vessels travel.
        d.Upon the high seas and connecting waters navigable by
          seagoing vessels.
ANSWER: RULE 1, as it states that the rules of the road applies to vessels upon high seas and
connecting waters navigable by seagoing vessels

___26.A vessel is considered to be “restricted in her ability to maneuver”

        under the Rules if she is:
        a.At anchor
        b.Engaged in fishing
        c.Mine clearing
        d.Engaged in towing
ANSWER: B

___27.The term ‘vessel constrained by her draught’ means a power-driven vessel which
        because of her draught in relation to the available _______________
        of navigable water is severely restricted in her ability to deviate from
        the course she is following.
        I.Depth                         II. Width
        a.I only                          c. I and II
        b.II only                        d. neither I nor II
ANSWER: C

___28.The word ‘underway’ means that a vessel is NOT:

        a.At anchor
        b.Made fast to the shore
        c.Aground
        d.Any of the above
ANSWER: D

___29.When is a vessel considered as “underway”?

        I.When making way
        II.When not making way or dead in the water
        a.I only                     c. either I or II
        b.II only                    d. neither I nor II
ANSWER: A

___30.Which vessel is “underway” according to the rules?

        a.A vessel made fast to a single point mooring buoy
        b.A purse seiner hauling her nets
        c.A pilot vessel at anchor
        d.A vessel which has run aground
ANSWER: D

___31.The following are considered “underway” EXCEPT:

        a.Using an anchor to turn in the river
        b.Dredging with the tide
        c.Vessel dragging their anchors
        d.The anchor is down and holding
ANSWER: A

___32.What does the word “breadth” mean?

        a.Greatest breadth
        b.Breadth of the main deck
        c.Molded breath
        d.Breadth at the load waterline
ANSWER: A

___33.What does the word “length” refer to?

        a.Length between the perpendiculars
        b.Length overall
        c.Waterline length
        d.Register length
ANSWER: B

___34.Vessels shall be deemed to be in sight of one another only:

        I.When one can be observed visually from the other.
        II.When she can be observed by radar.
        a.I only                               c. I and II
        b.II only                              d. neither I nor II
ANSWER: C

___35.The term ‘restricted visibility’ means any condition in which visibility is

        a.Restricted by fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms,
                sandstorms or any other similar causes.
        b.Restricted only by fog
        c.Less than one-half of a mile
        d.Where you cannot see the shore
ANSWER: A

___36.The word “vessel”, in the Rules, includes:

        a.A barge permanently affixed to the shore
        b.Non displacement craft
        c.A drilling unit attached to the outer continental shelf
        d.All of the above
ANSWER: B

___37.As defined in the Rules, the term “vessel” would include a:

        a.Non-self-propelled raft
        b.Seaplane
        c.Hovercraft
        d.All of the above
ANSWER: B

___38.For the purpose of the Rules, except where otherwise required, the term:
        a.“vessel” includes seaplanes
        b.“seaplane” includes non-displacement craft
        c.“vessel engaged in fishing” includes a vessel fishing with trolling lines
        d.“vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver” includes fishing vessel
ANSWER: D

___39. A vessel “restricted in her ability to maneuver” is one which:

        a. From the nature of her work is unable to maneuver as required by the rules.
        b. Through some exceptional circumstances is unable to maneuver as required
                  by the rules.
        c. Due to adverse weather conditions is unable to maneuver as
                required by the rules.
        d. Has last steering and is unable to maneuver.
ANSWER: A

___40. Which vessel is considered to be a “vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver”

        under the navigational rules?
        a. A vessel at anchor
        b. A vessel dredging
        c. A vessel fishing
        d. A vessel towing
ANSWER: D

___41. A vessel transferring cargo while underway is classified by the rules as vessel _______.
        a. Not under command
        b. In special circumstances
        c. restricted in her ability to maneuver
        d. constrained by her draught
ANSWER: C

___42. Which of the following is a vessel is “restricted in  her ability to maneuver”

        a. A vessel not under command
        b. A vessel constrained by her draught
        c. A vessel underway in fog
        d. A vessel towing unable to deviate from her course
ANSWER: D

___43. According to the rules, which vessel is not “restricted in her ability to maneuver?
        a. A vessel servicing a navigation marker
        b. A sailing vessel
        c. A vessel mine clearing
ANSWER: B

___44. All the following vessels shall be regarded as

        “restricted in their ability to maneuver “except” a vessel:
        a. Laying a pipeline
        b. Dredging
        c. mine clearing
        d. not under command
ANSWER: C

___45. Which vessel is not classified as “restricted in her ability to maneuver”?

        a. A vessel picking up a navigation mark
        b. A vessel transferring cargo while underway
        c. A vessel whose anchor is fouled
        d. A vessel in a towing operation that restricts the ability of the
                vessel and her tow to change their course
ANSWER: D
___46. Which vessel is “underway” under the Rules of the Road?
        a. A vessel at anchor with the engine running
        b. A vessel with a line led to a tree on shore
        c. A vessel drifting with the engine oil
        d. A vessel aground
ANSWER: D

47. You are on watch in fog. Which vessel is “to sight”?

        a. A vessel that you can see from the bridge
        b. A radar target of which you can have determined the course target
                of which you have determined the course and speed
        c. A vessel from which you can hear the fog signal
        d. All of the above
ANSWER: C

___48. A vessel is “in sight” of another vessel when:

        a. She can be observed visually or by radar
        b. She can be observed visually from the other vessel
        c. She can be seen well enough to determine her heading
        d. Her fog signal can be heard
ANSWER: C

___49. The term “restricted visibility” as used in the Rules refers:

        a. Only to fog
        b. Only to visibility of less than one half of a mile
        c. To visibility where you cannot see shore
        d. To any condition where visibility is restricted
ANSWER: D

___50. Every vessel shall at all times maintain a proper look-out __________
        appropriate in the prevailing circumstances and conditions so as
        to make a full appraisal of the situation and of the risk of collision.
        I. By sight                                        II. By hearing
        III. By all available means
        a.I and II
        b.I, II and III
        c.I and III
        d.II and III

ANSWER: B