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1.            1st Officer is talking to the Captain about a collision at sea. How much damage was there? (One fishing boat was damaged) #
2.            2nd Officer and 3rd Officer are discussing an inspection of equipment on board ship. Why can’t the 2nd Officer finish the breathing apparatus check? (Because he has to show the inspector around the ship // Because he can’t find the maintenance record) #
3.            2nd Officer is complaining to the Master about the charts. What probably happened to the pens, pencils and eraser? (They are probably in the 3rd Officer’s cabin)
4.            2nd Officer is instructing the crew how to use Thermal Protective Aids. What should you remember to do when getting into the TPA? (Don a life jacket) #
5.            2nd Officer is reporting an accident to the Captain on the bridge. How far is the ship from the accident? (10 minutes)
6.            2nd Officer is reporting an accident to the Captain. How much damage was there? (One vessel sank and the other had hull damage) #
7.            3rd Engineer is talking to the Bosun about bunkering. Why can’t they start bunker immediately? (they must bring the oil absorbent) #
8.            3rd Engineer is talking with 2nd Engineer about a fire. Where did the fire start? (In the workshop//In the engine room) #
9.            3rd Officer and the 2nd Officer are talking about the Port State Control inspection. What deficiencies were found on the bridge? (Outdated charts were not removed from the table) = #
10.          3rd Officer is calling his ship’s agent from the airport. Why can’t the seafarer get to Rotterdam by plane? (because his connecting flight was cancelled) #
11.          3rd Officer is talking to Captain about a safety check that he carried out on board. Why should new safety equipment be ordered? (The 3rd Officer found problems with the equipment //Broken Safety Equipment) #
12.          3rd Officer is talking with the Chief Officer about rescue operations. Where were the 14 survivors picked up from? (From a capsized yacht) #
13.          4th Engineer is talking with the 2nd Engineer about the result of a lifeboat inspection. What inspection has not been carried out on lifeboat? (He hasn’t checked fuel shut off valve) #
14.          AB is asking the crewing assistant about a job. What ships has the AB worked on? (On containers & bulk carries) = #
15.          AB is talking about an incident that happened in bad weather. What was the main problem? (Some pipes broke loose//the storm damaged the cargo) =
16.          AB is talking to the Captain about his health. What is the AB unable to do? (Start his watch) #
17.          Announcement is taking place on a cruise ship. Where must all passenger go with their life jackets? (To the main lounge) = #
18.          At a briefing meeting on shore the Crew Manager is talking to the crew about the salary payment system. What was the problem with the crew members’ accounts? (They didn’t advise that they had changed banks) #
19.          Auditor is speaking to an engineer during an inspection on board. How many locks have a problem? (One lock on the last door) #
20.          Bill and Brian are talking about what they want to eat later. Why doesn’t bill want fish? (It’s difficulty to find good fish)
21.          Bosun is giving instructions to some ABs on board. How many coats of paint does the AB need to apply? (Two coats) #
22.          Bosun is talking to Cadet about burning waste in the incinerator. What does the bag, which the Cadet is unsure about incinerating contain? (Paint scrapings//pieces of metal//plastic and cardboard) #
23.          Bosun is talking to the Cruise Ship Crew about a smell on board. What is causing the smell on board?  (Crew are bringing a fruit on board that smells bad) #
24.          Bosun is talking with an AB about his previous voyage. What was the first reason the came to a stop during the passage? (The propeller was caught in the fishing nets) #
25.          Broadcaster is reading the news. How many countries will the President visit? (4) #
26.          Bunkering is taking place. What was the problem the last time they were in that port? (Some oil spilled into the harbour) #
27.          Cadet is talking to the Chief Officer about the liferaft. How many days were the Chinese crew at sea for in their life raft? (50 days) #
28.          Captain is briefing the crew about a piracy attacks. What should the crew do if they see anyone suspicious? (Report them) = #
29.          Captain is calling Transglobe Management Office. Why is he calling? (They have problems with email on board) #
30.          Captain is discussing security measures for being in port with his Chief Officer. What problem with the cabins did Captain notice last night? (Some cabins were left unlocked) #
31.          Captain is giving a short description of a recent pirate attack on a ship. What did the pirate want? (Money & valuables) #
32.          Captain is giving a talk at a conference. What is the main focus of the Captain’s talk? (To show that armed attacks are steadily increasing//to state that not enough is being done to reduce attacks) #
33.          Captain is making a distress call from his ship. When did the collision occur? (04.00 hrs//01.00hrs//03.00 hrs) #
34.          Captain is making an announcement to the ship’s company about the armed security personnel who are joining them on board. How many armed security guards will be on board? (2//3//1) =
35.          Captain is speaking to the ship’s Cook about preparing caviar and pancakes for the Russian crew’s Christmas dinner. What problem does the Cook have? (He’s very busy) #
36.          Captain is talking about some stowaways who boarded his ship. Where were the stowaways probably hiding? (In the lifeboat) #
37.          Captain is talking on the phone to a training manager about their next meeting. Who is the seminar for? (For everybody) =
38.          Captain is talking to an agent about damage to his ships. What’s the damage?  (The rudder’s damage) #
39.          Captain is talking with ship’s chandler about ordering provision. What kind of vegetables does the Captain order? (Potatoes and carrots) # 
40.          Captain of a ferry is announcing there will be a lifeboat drill. When do passengers have to find their lifejacket and make a note of their muster station? (Right now) #
41.          Cargo Officer and stevedore are discussing a shipping load together. Why must they finish loading before 1300 hrs.? (The ship will need to move) #
42.          Cargo Officer and the Bosun are discussing loading the hold. Why does hold 2 have to be cleaned again? (It still smells//it’s still damp//it’s still dirty) #
43.          Cargo Officer is asking a truck driver to describe an accident onboard a ferry. How was the woman injured? (She was hit by a truck) #
44.          Cargo Officer is talking to a stevedore about a problem. What cargo previously carried by the ship? (Grain) #
45.          Chief Cook is talking to the Assistant Cook about a minor incident. Where did the fire start? (in the toaster) #
46.          Chief Engineer is examining a permit to work for carrying out work on the electrical circuits. Why did the crew member make a mistake with the permit? (Because he got very little sleep) #
47.          Chief Engineer is holding a toolbox talk before carrying out work on the electrical circuits. What does the Chief Engineer still need to discuss in the toolbox talk before carrying out the work? (The risk assessments and work permit//Responsibility for the Lock Out Tag Out procedures) = #
48.          Chief Engineer is inspecting the engine room. What does he order the 4th Engineer to do immediately? (To remove the collecting tins) #
49.          Chief Engineer is reporting an engine problem to the Officer of the Watch. How long does the Chief Engineer want to shut down the engine for? (Two hours) #
50.          Chief Engineer is talking to the 2nd Engineer about a minor accident on board. What was the cause of the accident? (The 2nd engineer wasn’t there to supervise) #
51.          Chief Engineer is talking to the 3rd Engineer about his personal hygiene. Why does the 3rd Engineer smell? (He doesn’t wash his clothes enough) #
52.          Chief Engineer is talking to the 3rd Engineer about the Cook. Why is the Cook pouring vodka on the deck? (Because he believes its good luck) #
53.          Chief Engineer is talking to the Chief Officer about the new 3rd Engineer. Why did the 3rd engineer ignore the Chief Engineer? (Because he doesn't like being shouted at//Because he’s depressed and has marriage problems) #
54.          Chief Mate is making a phone call to the phone company. When is the phone being disconnected? (June 15th) #
55.          Chief Officer and 2nd Officer are discussing the new Master on board. What’s the problem with the new Master according to the Chief and 2nd Officer? (He doesn’t make use of their experience)
56.          Chief Officer and 3rd Officer are talking about the bad weather at sea. What do they expect the weather condition to be like when they reach Port Elizabeth? (Weather condition will get worse//Weather condition will get better) #
57.          Chief Officer and the Bosun are talking about jobs that need doing. Where is the electrician working? (In the lecture room) #
58.          Chief Officer is asking a new Cadet some questions. What channel does the cadet think he should switch to in an emergency? (10//16//5) #
59.          Chief Officer is calling an emergency clinic. Is it necessary to make an appointment? (No, it isn’t necessary because it’s an emergency) #
60.          Chief Officer is discussing safety with an AB. Why did the OS foil? (He wasn’t wearing a harness//His harness broken//He couldn’t see)
61.          Chief Officer is instructing the crew about a lifeboat drill. When does the Chief Officer instruct the crew? (Before the drill) #
62.          Chief Officer is talking to a new crew who are about to join the company. What is the Chief Officer’s attitude towards difficult problems? (They should share their concerns and ask for help) = #
63.          Chief Officer is talking to a rating about eye accidents. What is the second most common cause of eye injuries according to the Chief Officer? (Chemicals//Welding) = #
64.          Chief Officer is talking to a rating about personal protective equipment. Why isn’t the rating wearing safety shoes? (Another crew member is wearing his shoes) #
65.          Chief Officer is talking to a rating while the ship is in port in US waters. Why can't the rating do the painting? (Wind has been forecast for later) #
66.          Chief Officer is talking to the Chief Engineer about the Master. Why is the Master in a bad mood at the moment? (Some hatches were found locked) #
67.          Chief Officer is talking to the gangway watchman while they’re in port. What has the gangway watchman forgotten? (His torch//His radio//His whistle) #
68.          Chief Officer is talking to the Master about leaving the company. What does the Chief Officer want for his own future? (He wants to be promoted to Master) #
69.          Company’s Medical Officer is talking to the crew about health problems. Which part of his body did the deckhand injure? (His ankle) # Его лодыжка
70.          Cook and an AB are having a conversation together. How did the Steward injure himself? (He fell downstairs//he crashed his car ashore//he was trying to escape from a fire) = #
71.          Cook and the Messman are talking in the galley. Why is the Messman walking with a lamp? (He slipped on an ice-cube coming down stairs//There wasn’t enough light coming downstairs//He bumped into the freezer in the dark) #
72.          Cook is talking to the 3rd Engineer about a burn on his hand. Why is the Cook surprised at the 3rd Engineer? (Because he's putting butter on his burnt hand) #
73.          Cook is talking to the 3rd Engineer. According 3rd Engineer. How many years would it take for the cook’s bread to degrade? (450 years//200 years) #
74.          Crane operator is communicating with a barge crew member. Why is the barge crew member worried about the load? (He thinks the load is unstable) #
75.          Crew are checking the freezer and provision room alarms. What happened last year concerning the provision room? (Someone tripped inside//Someone got trapped inside)
76.          Crew are checking the location of some safety equipment. Where are the first aid box and breathing apparatus located? (Near the mess room, in the passageway) #
77.          Crew Manager and a seafarer are talking together. What are the arrangements for meeting the agent in Moscow? (The agent will be standing at money exchange) #
78.          Crew Manager is briefing the crew before they join the vessel. What will happen to a crewmember if he found drunk? (He will be signed off//He will be sent to the doctor//He will lose his job)
79.          Crew Manager is talking on the telephone to a 2nd Officer. Who has been promoted? (2nd off and Italian Chief Officer) #
80.          Crew Manager is talking to the AB about his contract. Why won’t the AB receive a seniority bonus? (Because he hasn't done enough contracts) #
81.          Crew Manager is talking to the Chief Officer about a delay. Why is the ship’s departure delayed?                                                                                                     (They have a problem with the crew change//They have a problem with the engines) #
82.          Crew member is describing an accident that happened at sea on a freight ferry. What did a member of the forward mooring team notice? (Drum of dangerous chemicals had split) #
83.          Crew member is phoning home from a new rig. When did the crew member first discover saunas? (While working in the Black sea//while working in the North Sea//in his colleague's house)
84.          Crew member is talking a Cadet with him to check the EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Beacon) on board. What is problem with the EPIRB? (The Battery will expire soon//it has a crack on it//The HRU date will soon expire) #
85.          Crew member is talking about an incident that happened aboard a ferry. When did the incident happen? (After she had finished loading//When her berth) #
86.          Crew member on the ship is talking to the Captain about a problem. Why is the Captain going to write to the company? (The captain wants to request a change of crewmember) #
87.          Crewing Assistant is speaking a seafarer’s wife on the telephone. When will the 2nd Engineer sign off the ship? (Don’t know) = #
88.          Customer in a shop is asking the assistant for help. What is the customer looking for? (A pair of jeans)
89.          Customer is asking a shop assistant about different types of phones. What’s the price of the mobile phone? (Two hundred and seventy dollars) #
90.          Customer is discussing his order with the waiter in a restaurant. What happened when he eats spicy food? (he gets a bad stomachache)
91.          Customer is talking to a sales assistant in a shoe shop. What shoes does the man want?  (Black size 43) = #
92.          Customer is talking to an assistant in an electronics shop about DVD’s. What’s the price of the DVD player? ($50,00) #
93.          Customs Officers have boarded a vessel and are conducting a drugs search. They are talking to the Master. Where do the customs officer still have to check? (The medical stores) #
94.          Delivery man is delivering tinned goods to the Сhief Сook on board the vessel in port. How many years out of date are the tinned tomatoes? (Three years)
95.          Doctor is boarding the vessel to examine an injured seafarer. What did the ship’s doctor do to the injured seafarer’s leg? (He didn’t touch the injured leg) #
96.          Drilling engineer is talking to a friend onshore. What does he need to write reports on? (Well site activities and performance//changes to work manuals//procedures and programs)
97.          During the watch changeover, two Engineers are talking about the generator coolant. How did engineer fix the problem? (Added water)
98.          Engineer is giving instructions to a junior cadet. What are his instructions about? (Changing a fuse//Fixing a broken pipe//wiring an electrical plug) #
99.          English seaman is talking to a Russian seaman about his wife. What is his wife's job at the moment? (She works in a clothes factory)
100.       Evening news is reporting a fire onboard a vessel. What were the results of the fire? (the ships was badly damaged and there are minor injuries//the ship was badly damaged and has caused pollution) #
101.       Fitter is talking about an accident that happened to the engineer on board ship. What happened to the Chief Engineer? (He fell down a hole) #
102.       Fleet Manager and Chief Engineer are talking together in London office. Where should the tickets be collected from? (In at airport//in the city)
103.       Gangway watchman is talking to a visitor who wants to see the Captain. Why can’t the visitor board the ship? (He has forgotten his ID) #
104.       He is a lawyer. How many looks have a problem? (One lock on the last door).
105.       Husband and wife are late returning to their cruise ship after an onshore trip. Why are they late for their ship? (They took a long time shopping) = #
106.       I want to check it’s alright pete banks is being taken onshore after an accident. What was the cause of the accident? (please could you switch over/switch off)
107.       In a restaurant, a customer is discussing his order with the waitress. What happens when he eats spicy food? (He gets a bad stomachache) #
108.       In the Engine Control room, the Chief Engineer/Officer is asking about the status of a repair job. What condition is the clutch in now? (The clutch is still jumping out of gear//The clutch has now been repaired//The still need to fit some spare parts) #
109.       James McGarry is being interviewed for the position of electrical Supervisor. What type of reports has he written? (Reports on saving power)
110.       Journalist is talking on the radio about lighthouses and lightships. Where is the Goodwin Sands? (England) = #
111.       Lecture is talking about famous historical expeditions. Who was the first person to use an ocean going clock for a long journey? (Captain Cook) #
112.       Listen to the new bulletin. Where has the pirate attack taken place? (Off west Africa//Off the Seychelles//Off the coast of Somalia?)
113.       Man is asking for directions of the street. How long will it time him to walk to the hospital? (Ten minutes//Five minutes//Fifteen minutes)
114.       Man is giving a talk on North Sea oil rigs. How long have they been operating? (40 years//10 years//60 years)
115.       Manager is talking to the offshore workforce. How many times has mick held the position of safety representative in total? (This is the third time)
116.       Maritime trainer is making flight reservation. Which flight does he reserve? (The 495 Euros flight//The 700 Euros flight//375 Euros flight)
117.       Master and a Crew Manager are talking together on the telephone. What is the requirement for the photo? (Two photos taken within the last six mounts) = #
118.       Master and Chief Officer are discussing a recent incident onboard another vessel. Why was the Cook helping with mooring operations? (It was a training exercise//it was an emergency//he was ordered to?)
119.       Master and Chief Officer are discussing the Cook. Why is the Chief Officer worried about the Cook? (He’s worried he’s suffering from depression)
120.       Master and Chief Officer are talking about accidents on board. According to the Master. What is the least common type of accident on board? (Accidents caused by the weather) #
121.       Master and Chief Officer are talking on the bridge. How long did the storm last? (One day) =
122.       Master and Chief Officer are talking on the bridge. What was the cause of the collision? (The Officer of the watch couldn’t see both vessels//There was heavy weather at the time of the collision)
123.       Master and Chief Officer are talking on the bridge. Which part of the world does the Master dislike sailing in? (The North Atlantic) #
124.       Master and Chief Officer are talking on the bridge. Why do they think they have diarrhea? (They think It might be The cook poor hygiene) #
125.       Master and Chief Officer are talking on the bridge. Why is the Chief Officer having problems sleeping? (His coughing is keeping him awake at night//he’s stopped smoking and is drinking more coffee) #
126.       Master and Chief Officer are talking together. What happened to the Chief Officer’s friend last year? (He fell asleep on the bridge during the night) #
127.       Master and the Chief Officer are talking about carrying out work in heavy weather. Why will the ratings have to work in heavy weather? (The grab has broken free from its lashings//the cargo and deck equipment has been destroyed) #
128.       Master is calling the Crewing Company. Why can’t the crew manager come to the phone? (He’s still in a meeting//He’s having lunch) #
129.       Master is complaining to the Chief Officer about the number of emails he receives every day. According to the Master. What is the main problem with the emails? (A lot of them are not for him) #
130.       Master is discussing a manual about procedures with the Chief Officer. What is the problem with the manual as far as the Master in concerned? (it’s difficult to understand) = #
131.       Master is giving feedback to a rating after a lifeboat drill. Why is the Master angry with the rating? (Because he was slow donning his immersion suit) #
132.       Master is having a conversation with his Chief Officer about seafaring. According to the Master how can the standard of seafaring among young officers be improved? (Transfer knowledge through a mentor)
133.       Master is on deck watching a seafarer carrying out mooring operations. What is on the end of the heaving line? (A metal bolt) #
134.       Master is reprimanding a rating on deck. Why did the seafarer have the ropes on deck? (Because he was trying to dry them) #
135.       Master is speaking to the Chief Officer about a presentation he has to give. What type of presentation does the Master decide to give? (A presentation using real-life photos) = #
136.       Master is talking to his Chief Officer about his retirement plans. How does the master plan to spend his retirement? (As a volunteer with the Coastguard Rescue service) #
137.       Master is talking to his Chief Officer before they enter US waters. What is the Master going to inspect now? (The cargo) #
138.       Master is talking to his young and inexperienced 3rd Officer on the bridge in waters off East Africa.  Why is the Master less worried than the 3rd Officer? (Because there’s an international warship nearby) #
139.       Master is talking to the Chief Cook about his lunch. How does the Master want his steak done? (He wants the beef well done and grilled) #
140.       Master is talking to the Chief Officer about a defect he noticed on the vessel. Which defect still hasn’t been dealt with? (The warning signs)                                                                            
141.       Master is talking to the Chief Officer about a new 3rd Officer. Why are the crew having problems with the new 3rd Officer? (because of his accent) #
142.       Master is talking to the Chief Officer about the new Chief Engineer. Why is the Master concerned about the new Chief Engineer? (He doesn't communicate well//he’s worried about his housekeeping) #
143.       Master is talking to the Chief Officer about training course he recently attended. What was the problem with the training course? (the trainer was inexperienced & out of touch//the trainer didn’t ask questions and talked too much//The content was irrelevant and out of date) = #
144.       Master is talking to the Chief Officer about Vessel General Permit compliance in US waters. What crime did the master of the other vessel commit? (the master falsified papers//there was an oil spill) #
145.       Master is talking to the new Cook about conditions in the galley. What did the Master notice in the galley? (The food wasn’t stored properly//The cook had been smoking//The fridge door was open?)
146.       Master is watching a seafarer boarding the vessel carrying a plastic bag with bottles inside. What type of alcohol is the seafarer trying to bring on board? (Whisky) #
147.       Master sees a seafarer boarding the vessel with a plastic bag with bottles inside. What type of alcohol is the seafarer trying to bring on board? (Whisky) =
148.       Member of the crew is talking about an accident that happened to the cook on board a ferry. What job was he doing when he got an electric shock? (He was in the galley, washing down the deck) #
149.       Member of the crew is talking about an accident that happened to two motormen on board a ferry. What happened to them? (They were burnt with hot water) #
150.       Men are on the telephone talking about the cargo paperwork. When will the documentation be delivered to the ship? (It has just been delivered)
151.       New Cook onboard is talking to a seafarer about the crew on board. What nationality is the Bosun? (Ukrainian) #
152.       New employee is having a tour of the installation. When is he emergency drill taking place? (in two days)
153.       New seafarer is asking about the weekly inspection by the duty Officer that takes place on board. What did they find in one of the lockers on the seafarer’s previous vessel? (Alcohol//?Missing cash//Drugs)
154.       New seafarer is discussing the duty watch system on his new ship. Which duty watch system does the new seafarer prefer? (Four hours on-four hours off//Four hours on-eight hours off)
155.       News announcer is talking about a collision at sea. How many helicopters in total were involved in the rescue? (3)
156.       Onboard trainer is watching a lifeboat launch and talking with one of the Officers. How many seafarers are launching the lifeboat? (7) #
157.       Passenger is talking to a purser on cruise liner. How long does the visa last? (24 hours) #
158.       Passenger on a cruise liner is complaining to the electrician about a problem in her cabin. What sort of problem is it? (it’s a small problem that he can repair quickly) #
159.       Passenger on a cruise ship is talking to the cabin steward about changing cabins. Why can’t she sleep? (The disco keeps her awake)
160.       Purser on board a cruise ship is giving passenger information about a customs form. What was the announcement over the PA system? (Passengers should stay in their cabins) = #
161.       Radio announcer is giving the shipping forecast. What will the weather be like over next 24 hours? (Force 3-4 winds for the next 24 hours//Strong winds but gradually decreasing overnight) #
162.       Radio announcer is talking about a radio play. Where does the drama take place? (An oil rig) # буровая установка
163.       Radio announcer is talking about a radio programme. How long has the Captain been at see? (42 yrs//14yrs//52yrs) #
164.       Rating is talking to the Officer on duty. How did the cook cut himself? (The cook cut himself on the knife that was in the sink) = #
165.       Ratings are talking about a new cook. What’s the problem with the food? (The food is lacking in taste)
166.       Receptionist in a shipping agent’s Officer is speaking to a courier about a package delivery.            Who is the package for? (The Bosun//The receptionist//The Captain) #
167.       Receptionist is talking to a caller on the telephone. What does the caller want? (To speak to Andy) #
168.       Recorded telephone message is giving information about the Museum of Natural History. What are the opening on a Sunday? (9.00 am – 5.00 pm//10.00 am – 3.00 pm//Closed all day)
169.       Recorder message from a crewing office is being played. What time does the office open on a Saturday? (8.15 am.)
170.       Rig worker is talking about his career. What stopped him from becoming a diver? (He thought it was too dangerous)
171.       Safety Officer is giving instructions about a fire drill. Where can you see the instructions for the fire extinguisher? (On the right hand side of the fire extinguisher) #
172.       Sarah is talking to her friend about her terrible holiday. What was the only good part of her holiday? (The swimming pool) #
173.       Sarah is talking to her friend about the cook. Why is the cook in hospital? (he was cut)
174.       Seafarer is asking directions from a person in town. What is the seaman looking for? (The Bank)
175.       Seafarer is booking into a hotel. What decision does he make about his room? (He takes the room offered to him) #
176.       Seafarer is describing an accident at sea. What happened to the man who fell overboard? (He froze to death in the water? # v.5.65 //he was saved by the rescue boat) #
177.       Seafarer is joining a new ship and talking to a crewman and comparing this vessel with his old vessel. What is the main difference concerning his new vessel? (His new ship has a lot of variety – every job is different) = #
178.       Seafarer is phoning the receptionist in the shipping office to make an enquiry. What is the seafarer expecting from his brother? (A letter//A package//A message) #
179.       Seafarer is speaking to an airport official before boarding his flight. Where are the passengers for flight GR 324 to Frankfurt boarding? (At gate twenty-seven) #
180.       Seafarer is talking about a fire on board a ship. When did the Engineer on watch realise there was a fire? (when he smelt burning and saw smoke//when he heard the fire alarm) #
181.       Seafarer is talking about an accident that happened to the Cargo Officer at the port. Why didn’t the Cargo Officer see the vehicle? (Because he was in a hurry) #
182.       Seafarer is talking to his crew mate. Why does the seaman have to get permission to go ashore? (he’s left his seaman’s book somewhere//Because he has problems with his memory) #
183.       Seafarer is telling story about a ship that got into difficulties. What happened to the general cargo vessel? (The main engine broke down) #
184.       Seafarer is trying to wake his friend up in a hotel. Why did he get up so early? (Because he forgot to change the time on his watch) #
185.       Seafarer who is in port is asking directions to the ship’s agent. Where is the ship’s agent located? (Near the port entry gates) #
186.       Seaman is asking direction from a person in town. What is the seaman looking for? (The bank) #
187.       Seaman is talking to a taxi driver. At what time must the seaman get to the port? (By four thirty) #
188.       Secretary is talking to an applicant in the crewing office. What position is the applicant applying for? (3rd Officer//Able seamen//2nd Officer) #
189.       Ship is about to experience some heavy weather and the Bosun is instructing the deckhands what to do. What cargo is the vessel carrying on the upper deck? (Pipes) #
190.       Ship is asking for navigational assistance. What VHF channel will that ship use when navigational assistance was ended? (Channel 71) #
191.       Ship is the making a Mayday call. Where did the fire start? (In the engine room) #
192.       Ship’s Chief Officer is looking for amateur photographers among the crew and is making an announcement over the PA system. How many samples of work should the seafarers bring? (10)
193.       Stevedore is talking to the Cargo Officer. What’s the problem storing the boxes? (There isn’t enough light) = #
194.       Stewardess is explaining to the Passengers how to put on a life jacket. How should a life jacket be put on correctly? (First, tie one upper, then one lower tape)
195.       Superintendent is talking to a dry Dock Manager about repairs on board ship. How long will repairs probably take? (About a couple of weeks) #
196.       Superintendent is talking to the Master about the oil record book. What has the Chief Engineer forgotten to do this time? (He has not entered the quantity of discharge bilge water) #
197.       Survival craft equipment is being checked. What’s the problem with the mirror? (It’s rusty//It’s missing//It’s damaged)
198.       Technician is showing his permit-to-work to the supervisor. Why cant the technician enter the site? (The permit isn’t correctly filled in)
199.       Tim Flaherty and Rob Mullins are looking at something in the sea. What do they think it is? (A dolphin)
200.       TV presenter is reading the news. How many people were on board the yacht? (Four people//Fourteen people//Twenty-four people) #
201.       Two Colleagues are talking together during a work break. What will Greg do first when he gets onshore? (Work on his home)
202.       Two Crew members are talking about an injury. How did the man cut himself? (He was shaving) #
203.       Two Crewmen are discussing (describing) a Port State Control inspector. What does he look like? (He's very big, has white hair and wears glasses) = #
204.       Two Crewmen are talking about a recent accident at sea. Where did the accident take place? (Near France, just off the coast) #
205.       Two Deck Officers are discussing a bunker overflow that occurred recently on another vessel. What was the consequence of the bunker overflow? (The Master was arrested//the vessel was arrested//The owners paid a fine) = #
206.       Two Deck Officers are talking together after carrying out mooring operations. According to the report. What is the cause of most accidents during mooring operation? (Handling of ropes or wires) #
207.       Two Employees are talking together in the Deliveries and Supplier’s office. What is the problem with deliveries? (There is reduced production and cutbacks)
208.       Two Engineers are talking about a fire in the Engine room. How many crews were injured in the fire? (Two//three)
209.       Two Engineers are talking during the watch changeover about the generator coolant. How did Engineer fix the problem? (Added water) #
210.       Two men are on the telephone talking about the cargo paperwork. When will the documentation be delivered to the ship? (in the next hour) #
211.       Two motorists are talking on their mobiles. What happened to Pietro's car? (His car crashed on the 3rd ring road//his car skidded on oil?//his car broke down outside the town?) #
212.       Two Officers are discussing a drill that has just taken place. How long did it take the cadet to don his immersion suit? (A little over 6 minutes) #
213.       Two Officers are discussing a recent accident report about the collision of two vessels. What was the main reason for the collision? (Poor communication between the vessel) #
214.       Two Officers are eating lunch together. What hype of soup is it? (Noodle soup) = #
215.       Two Officers are talking on the bridge about recent environmental accident off the UK coast. What pollution incident occurred recently off the coast of Britain? (Illegal tank cleaning) #
216.       Two Officers are talking on the bridge. What was the cause of the lifeboat accident? (Unfamiliarity with the lifeboats//lack of communication between crew members) = #
217.       Two Officers are talking together on board. What does the First Officer recommend to the 2nd Officer? (That he should get some medical advice) #
218.       Two Pitot’s are talking. Why is one pitot leaving his job? (because he's been offered a jobs that pays more//because he’s reached the age of retirement) = #
219.       Two platform со-workers are talking. How can you recognize the ex-army worker? (______)
220.       Two rating are talking about the cook. Why is the cook in hospital? (he was cut with a fish bone) #
221.       Two ratings are talk about Port State Control Inspection. What deficiency has been found after the current inspection? (There's a crack in one of the lifeboats)
222.       Two ratings are talking about the Cook. Why is the cook in hospital?  (He was cut with a fish bone) #
223.       Two ratings are talking about the new cook. What’s the problem with the food? (They found a piece of wood in the food)
224.       Two ratings are talking about weather conditions. What weather does William predict? (Warm & sunny) =
225.       Two ratings are talking next to one of the lifeboats. What is the lifeboat made of? (Aluminum) =  #
226.       Two seafarers are discussing plans for their next leave. What do they both enjoy about staying at home? (They enjoy making their own decisions//they enjoy being with their wives) #
227.       Two seafarers are discussing the morning schedule. What’s happening this morning? (They’re loading the food stores in the storeroom) #
228.       Two seafarers are speaking about an accident on a ship. Where did the motorman leave his lit cigarette? (In the messroom) = #
229.       Two seafarers are talking about a car crush. Why does the seafarer think his brother-in-law crushed the car? (He was probably going too fast//He was probably drinking) #
230.       Two seafarers are talking about an emergency that once happened at sea. What was the seafarer’s first action when he saw a man overboard? (Shouted “man overboard”) = #
231.       Two seafarers are talking about an incident. How were the tourists rescued? (They were rescued by a helicopter) #
232.       Two seafarers are talking about English language training. What did the seafarer start on his last vessel? (An English speaking /club) #
233.       Two seafarers are talking after arriving in port. Why are the dummies hanging over the rails? (To prevent pirates from boarding the vessel) = #
234.       Two seafarers are talking on the deck. What did the seafarer see in the ocean? (Yellow rubber ducks) #
235.       Two seafarers are talking together about their future plans. Why does the First seafarer want to leave? (He’d like to stay in one place for a change) #
236.       Two seafarers are talking together. When will they be able to next meet next? (In four months) #
237.       Two seafarers are talking. Why did the fishing boat overturn? (Because it collided with a submarine//No-one knows the real cause yet) = #
238.       Two seafarers are talking. Why did the seafarer leave his previous jobs? (He doesn’t like working with people) #
239.       Two seafarers are working on the stern. Why is the seafarer’s hand bleeding? (Because he cut himself on barbed wire) #
240.       Two seafarers in the Port of Odessa are discussing shore leave. How will the seafarer spend his store leave? (Sightseeing//Shopping) #
241.       Two seafarers on a roll-on, roll-of vessel are discussing a Port State Control visit. What happening at 11.30 today? (The cargo securing arrangements are being checked) #
242.       Two seamen are talking about an emergency at sea. When did it happen? (Winter?//Summer) #
243.         Vessel has just arrived in South Africa. The Master and Chief Officer are talking. What was the main drug found on board the vessel from South America? (Cannabis) # конопля
244.       Vessel within Glasgow VTS are is having problems. What assistance does the ship require? (Navigation assistance) = #
245.       Vetting inspection is taking place. Which documentation is the vetting inspector waiting for? (Previous inspection reports//Crew certificates//Oil record book)
246.       Vetting inspector is discussing documentation with the Master. Where are the documents the vetting inspector wants to see? (They are no longer on board)
247.       Vetting inspector is talking to a colleague about a vessel inspection he’s just completed. What was the main problem on board according to the vetting inspector? (The complete lack of security) = #
248.       Watch Officer is discussing a problem with the Captain. What type of problem is it?  (There's a problem with the echo sounder) #
249.       Weather forecaster is giving a weather report for the Middle East. What will the temperature be like mountainous areas tomorrow? (28:C//26//40) #
250.       Woman is announcing the arrival and departure times of trains at the railway station. Which train has been cancelled? (The 9am train) #
251.       Y His car broke down outside the town
252.       Y She grounded on a nearby beach.
253.       Y The ship will need to move
254.       Y They were tired of walking and had to stop and rest
255.       Y Wiring an electrical

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