Cruise Ship General 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the muster drill that all passengers must complete before a cruise ship departs?
- A safety briefing showing how to use life jackets and find muster stations (Correct answer)
- A tour of the ship's engine room
- A welcome party hosted by the captain
- A mandatory swimming test
Correct answer: A safety briefing showing how to use life jackets and find muster stations
The muster drill is a required safety exercise teaching emergency procedures and life jacket use.
Question 2: What does the term 'port' refer to on a cruise ship?
- The left side of the ship when facing forward (Correct answer)
- The right side of the ship
- The front of the ship
- The captain's quarters
Correct answer: The left side of the ship when facing forward
Port is the nautical term for the left side of a vessel when facing the bow.
Question 3: What is typically included in a standard cruise fare?
- Accommodation, most meals, and onboard entertainment (Correct answer)
- All alcoholic beverages and shore excursions
- Spa treatments and casino credit
- Airfare to the departure port
Correct answer: Accommodation, most meals, and onboard entertainment
Base cruise fares usually cover the cabin, main dining, and standard entertainment.
Question 4: What is a 'shore excursion' on a cruise?
- An organized tour or activity at a port of call (Correct answer)
- An emergency evacuation procedure
- A late-night onboard show
- A type of cabin upgrade
Correct answer: An organized tour or activity at a port of call
Shore excursions are guided activities offered when the ship docks at a destination.
Question 5: Who holds ultimate authority and responsibility for a cruise ship?
- The captain (Correct answer)
- The cruise director
- The hotel manager
- The head chef
Correct answer: The captain
The captain has final command over the vessel, its crew, and passengers.
Question 6: What is the 'lido deck' on a cruise ship usually known for?
- Outdoor pools and casual dining (Correct answer)
- Engine machinery
- Crew-only cabins
- The navigation bridge
Correct answer: Outdoor pools and casual dining
The lido deck is typically the main outdoor area with pools and buffet dining.
Question 7: What document is generally required for a U.S. closed-loop cruise (departing and returning to the same U.S. port)?
- A government-issued ID and proof of citizenship such as a birth certificate (Correct answer)
- A foreign visa for every country
- An international driver's license only
- No identification at all
Correct answer: A government-issued ID and proof of citizenship such as a birth certificate
Closed-loop cruises often allow a birth certificate plus photo ID instead of a passport, though a passport is recommended.
Cruise Ship General 2
What is the muster drill that all passengers must complete before a cruise ship departs?