Question 1

AIS

Accepted Answer

Acronym for Aquatic Invasive Species, referring to non-native species that can harm Minnesota's waterways.

Question 2

Alcohol

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Operating a boat under the influence of alcohol is illegal in Minnesota.

Question 3

Anchoring

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The process of securing a boat in place using an anchor.

Question 4

Bow

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The front part of a boat.

Question 5

Buoy

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A floating device used to mark channels, hazards, or boundaries on the water.

Question 6

Carrying Capacity

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The maximum number of people or weight a boat can safely handle.

Question 7

Channel

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A marked path in a waterway that is safe for navigation.

Question 8

Crosswind

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A wind blowing perpendicular to the boat's direction of travel.

Question 9

Distress Signal

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A signal used to indicate that a boat is in trouble or requires assistance.

Question 10

Evinrude

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A brand of outboard motor commonly used on boats.

Question 11

Fire Extinguisher

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A device used to extinguish fires on a boat.

Question 12

GPS

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Acronym for Global Positioning System, a navigation system that uses satellites to determine precise location.

Question 13

Hypothermia

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A dangerous condition that occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it.

Question 14

Inboard Motor

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A type of boat motor that is mounted inside the boat's hull.

Question 15

Kayak

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A small, narrow boat propelled by a double-bladed paddle.

Question 16

Life Jacket

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A personal flotation device worn to provide buoyancy and keep a person afloat in the water.

Question 17

Man Overboard

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A distress situation where a person has fallen into the water from a boat.

Question 18

Navigable Waters

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Waters that can be safely traveled by boats.

Question 19

Operator's Responsibility

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The legal duty of the boat operator to ensure the safety of passengers and others on the water.

Question 20

PFD

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Acronym for Personal Flotation Device, synonymous with life jacket.

Question 21

Quagga Mussel

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An invasive mussel species that poses a threat to Minnesota's water bodies.

Question 22

Right of Way

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The privilege of one boat to proceed ahead of another boat in a navigational situation.

Question 23

Sailboat

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A boat propelled by wind using sails.

Question 24

Skier Down

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A signal indicating that a water skier has fallen into the water.

Question 25

Sound Signal

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A signal produced by a horn, whistle, or other device to communicate with other boaters.

Question 26

Stern

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The rear part of a boat.

Question 27

Throttle

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A control lever used to regulate the speed of a boat's engine.

Question 28

Underway

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A term used to describe a boat that is in motion.

Question 29

Vessel

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A general term for any watercraft, including boats and ships.

Question 30

Wake

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The waves created by a boat as it moves through the water.

Question 31

Water Skiing

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A recreational activity where a person is pulled behind a boat on skis.

Question 32

X-stern

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A boat design with a wide stern, providing stability and additional deck space.

Question 33

Yacht

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A large, luxurious pleasure boat used for cruising or racing.

Question 34

Zebra Mussel

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An invasive mussel species similar to the quagga mussel, also a threat to Minnesota's water bodies.

Question 35

Backing Down

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Reversing a boat while still in gear to slow down or stop.

Question 36

Dead Reckoning

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Navigating by estimating a vessel's position based on course, speed, and time.

Question 37

Fathom

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A unit of measurement used to express the depth of water.

Question 38

Ground Tackle

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Equipment used for anchoring, including anchors, chains, and ropes.

Question 39

Helm

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The steering mechanism or wheel of a boat.

Question 40

IALA

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Acronym for International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities, responsible for establishing and maintaining standards for navigational aids.

Question 41

Jackstaff

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A flagstaff or pole on the bow of a vessel used for flying flags.

Question 42

Knot

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A unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour.

Question 43

Lanyard

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A short cord or strap used to secure items such as keys or a whistle.

Question 44

Mariner's Compass

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A navigational instrument used to determine direction based on the Earth's magnetic field.

Question 45

No Wake Zone

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A designated area where boaters must operate at a slow speed to prevent excessive wake.

Question 46

Oar

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A long pole with a flat blade used for rowing or steering a boat.

Question 47

Paddle

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A handheld device with a broad blade used for propelling a canoe or kayak.

Question 48

Quarters

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A term used to describe the living and sleeping area on a boat.

Question 49

Rudder

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A movable vertical blade at the rear of a boat used for steering.

Question 50

Safe Speed

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The speed at which a boat can navigate safely while considering visibility, traffic, and other factors.

Question 51

Tiller

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A lever or handle used to steer a boat by turning the rudder.

Question 52

Underwater Lighting

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Lights installed on the hull of a boat to improve visibility and aesthetics.

Question 53

VHF Radio

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A two-way radio commonly used for communication between boaters and emergency services.

Question 54

Wakeboarding

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A water sport where a rider is towed behind a boat while riding a wakeboard.

Question 55

Xebec

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A type of Mediterranean sailing ship with three masts and lateen sails.

Question 56

Yaw

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The side-to-side movement of a boat caused by wind or waves.

Question 57

Z-drive

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A propulsion system where the boat's engine is mounted horizontally and can rotate 360 degrees for enhanced maneuverability.

Question 58

Air Draft

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The vertical distance from the waterline to the highest point of a boat, such as a mast or antenna.

Question 59

Bowline

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A knot used to form a fixed loop at the end of a rope.

Question 60

Catamaran

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A boat with two parallel hulls connected by a deck or trampoline.

Question 61

Draft

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The depth of a boat's hull below the waterline.

Question 62

Flare

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A pyrotechnic device used as a distress signal on the water.

Question 63

Gybe

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A sailing maneuver where the stern of the boat crosses the wind, changing direction.

Question 64

Hull

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The main body or frame of a boat, excluding any masts, sails, or superstructure.

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