Illinois Boating License Study guide test Q&A complete solution

bow - answer-Front of a vessel stern - answer-Rear of a vessel starboard - answer-Right side of a vessel Port - answer-Left side of a vessel hull - answer-body of the vessel gunwale - answer-upper edge of vessel's side (generally prounced "gunnel" cleat - answer-metal fitting where the rope can be fastened propeller - answer-rotates and power the boat forwards or backwards beam - answer-max of width of a vessel free board - answer-distance from the water to the lowest point of the boat where the water could come on board. keel - answer-Main centerline (backbone) of a vessel or the extension of hull that increases stability in the water Draft - answer-Depth of water needed to float a vessel hull - answer-Body of a vessel; basic structure or shell Boats with planing hulls are designed to rise up and glide on top of the water when enough powe