Basic Sea Navigation Quiz

A quick ten‑question test to gauge your understanding of essential navigation concepts for sailors.

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CategoryMaritime
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Quiz Questions

Answer all questions below and test your knowledge.

  1. 1

    What does the abbreviation 'N' represent on a compass rose?

    Question 1
  2. 2

    When a chart shows a depth of 12, what unit is typically used?

    Question 2
  3. 3

    Which line on a nautical chart connects points of equal depth?

    Question 3
  4. 4

    If you steer a vessel toward a bearing of 090°, which direction are you heading?

    Question 4
  5. 5

    What is the purpose of a lead line?

    Question 5
  6. 6

    In tide tables, a 'high water' reading indicates what?

    Question 6
  7. 7

    Which instrument shows the ship’s speed through water?

    Question 7
  8. 8

    What does a red buoy marked with a single cone indicate in the IALA system?

    Question 8
  9. 9

    When a chart legend uses the symbol '-' (a dashed line), what does it usually represent?

    Question 9
  10. 10

    What does the term 'aft' refer to on a vessel?

    Question 10

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