🔍 Key Concepts

• temporary hull repairs and damage control on small vessels • the purpose of caulking vs. seizing vs. parceling in seamanship • which operations are done on hull seams or planks rather than on lines/ropes

💭 Think About

• Which of these terms is specifically associated with making seams watertight on a wooden or small hull? • Which options mainly involve working with lines or rigging rather than stopping water entry through a hull? • Think about standard shipyard or boatyard work: what is done between planks to stop leaks?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which terms are ropework (on lines or rigging) and rule those out for hull repair. • Confirm which term is commonly paired with oakum, cotton, or seam compound when working on wooden hulls. • Ask yourself: which procedure’s primary goal is to stop water entering through seams or small leaks rather than to protect or move gear?