What motivated Gordon Cook and his family to embark on their journey around the world? | Card: 1 / 48 |
They aimed to duplicate the round-the-world journey made 200 years ago by Captain James Cook.
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Gordon Cook's ship, the Wavewalker, was professionally designed for what kind of journey? | Card: 3 / 48 |
It was designed for a demanding sea voyage across some of the world’s coarsest oceans, specifically the Southern Indian Ocean.
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Fill in the blank: The journey taken by Gordon Cook and his family began in ___, England. | Card: 5 / 48 |
True or False: The crew of the Wavewalker consisted solely of Gordon Cook's family. | Card: 7 / 48 |
They faced extreme conditions in the Southern Indian Ocean, including fierce waves and the struggle for survival against the elements. | Card: 10 / 48 |
False. A life raft is made of logs or lightweight materials that allow it to float. | Card: 16 / 48 |
Fill in the blank: The crewmen had to secure the boat using a ___ to prevent it from drifting away. | Card: 17 / 48 |
Capsizing refers to the overturning of a boat, which can lead to dangerous situations for those on board. ![]() | Card: 20 / 48 |
Guardrails provide security by preventing people from falling overboard and keeping them safe while on deck. ![]() | Card: 22 / 48 |
Fill in the blank: Despite the ___ conditions at sea, the crew remained focused on their tasks. | Card: 23 / 48 |
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'Heave-to' refers to the maneuver of a ship raising its sails and adjusting its sails and rudder to slow down or stop, effectively allowing the vessel to ride out a storm or difficult conditions. | Card: 26 / 48 |
'Mayday calls' are emergency radio signals used by ships in distress to call for immediate help and assistance. ![]() | Card: 28 / 48 |
'Bulged' refers to parts of the ship swelling or distorting due to pressure, often as a result of damage or stress. ![]() | Card: 30 / 48 |
Fill in the blank: The term 'debris' refers to ___ scattered broken things, often found after a disaster. | Card: 31 / 48 |
Rigging refers to the ropes and equipment that are used to control the sails and masts of a ship, essential for navigation and stability. | Card: 36 / 48 |
To 'improvise' in a maritime context means to use whatever resources are available to handle unexpected situations or emergencies, particularly when standard equipment or plans are not available. | Card: 38 / 48 |
Fill in the blank: The main mast is the ___ pole of a ship that supports the sails. | Card: 39 / 48 |
An anchor is a heavy metal object used to secure a ship in one place, preventing it from drifting due to wind or current. | Card: 42 / 48 |
What does the term 'scrambled' imply when referring to actions taken during a ship's emergency? | Card: 43 / 48 |
'Scrambled' implies a hurried and chaotic attempt to manage or respond to an emergency situation on a ship. | Card: 44 / 48 |
True or False: A 'compass' is an instrument that uses a magnetized needle to indicate direction. | Card: 45 / 48 |
The word 'bleak' is best described as ___ and indicates a lack of ___ in an environment. | Card: 47 / 48 |


















