Fishing Boat Facts Test your knowledge about various types of fishing boats and their features with this quiz! ghostman published on December 13, 20230 responses 0 « Previous Next » Questions in vertical order 1/12 Which type of fishing boat is known for its wide hull and stability? Pontoon boat Cabin cruiser Sailboat Kayak 2/12 What is the purpose of outriggers on a fishing boat? To provide shelter from rain To increase stability and spread out fishing lines To navigate through shallow waters To communicate with other boats 3/12 Which material is commonly used to build modern fishing boats? Wood Fiberglass Steel Aluminum 4/12 Which type of fishing boat is designed for offshore fishing in deep waters? Dinghy Sportfishing boat Bass boat Canoe 5/12 Which of the following boats is NOT typically used for commercial fishing? Jet ski Trawler Longliner Purse seiner 6/12 What is the purpose of a livewell on a fishing boat? To keep caught fish alive To store fishing gear To provide seating for passengers To navigate through narrow channels 7/12 Which fishing boat type is propelled by a large, rotating wheel called a paddlewheel? Paddleboat Bowrider Catamaran Yacht 8/12 Which fishing technique is often used on a drift boat? Ice fishing Trolling Fly fishing Spearfishing 9/12 What is the purpose of a downrigger on a fishing boat? To measure water temperature To control fishing depth To anchor the boat To catch bait fish 10/12 Which fishing boat type features a high forward deck and a large open cockpit area? Center console boat Houseboat Jon boat Skiff 11/12 What is the purpose of a fish finder on a fishing boat? To locate fish underwater To provide GPS navigation To signal distress To measure boat speed 12/12 Which fishing boat type is often used for commercial fishing in rivers and lakes? Houseboat Punt Convertible boat Sloop
