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¿Qué es un bichero?What is a boathook (bichero)?

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Correct answer: b) A long pole with a hook at one end used to catch the heaving line or mooring lines.

Why it is correct

A boathook is a pole with a hook to reach lines or buoys. It also pushes off the quay.

Why the others are not

  • a) A fender.
  • c) A buoy.
  • d) A bitt.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Pole with hook: boathook.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Knots and lines

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