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GP RATING General Ship Knowledge

Entry-level quiz covering essential general ship knowledge for GP ratings. Designed for trainees preparing for both deck and engine duties, focusing on basic ship operations, safety awareness, and everyday onboard practices.

Questions 45

Time Limit 45 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

Angle of repose is applicable to loading of which cargo?

A Bales

B Pallets

C Sacks

D Coal

Question 2

In freezing weather the mooring winches should be started at least 30 minutes before use to:

A Warm up the system

B Check the oil level

C Remove the ropes from the store

D Lower the anchor

Question 3

The color of a starboard hand buoy is:

A Green

B Red

C Orange

D Brown

Question 4

Vehicles are loaded on to a Ro Ro ferry through the

A Ramp

B Tween deck

C Bulbous bow

D Hatch cover

Question 5

Ship sweat occurs when a vessel loads cargo in a

A Warm and humid place and goes to a cooler place

B Warm place to another warm place

C Cold place to another cold place

D Cold and wet place and goes to a warm place

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