1. Seagull
   Walrus
2. Dolphin
   Shark

Seagulls are nothing more than scavengers in many people's opinion. They will be over in a flash as a fisherman starts working with bait. Seagulls are bold and will steal any scraps they can. They have even been known to swallow hooks with bait on them.

1. Whale
   Seal
2. Hammerhead
   Jellyfish

In fishing lingo, a "dog" is a seal. And fishermen hate seals. Why? Well, seals are intelligent and know that fish are easy targets, especially when caught in a net or on a line. Losing a fish to a seal makes fishermen angry ... very angry.

1. Swam away
   Jumped off the deck into the sea
2. Come off the hook
   None of the above

Nothing frustrates a fisher more than one that got away, especially when the fish was already hooked. If it does manage to wiggle off the hook, the fish is also said to have "come undone."

1. Start fishing
   Sit down
2. Get to the steering
   Throw out the anchor

"Dropping the hook" is a little confusing, but it means to throw out the anchor. Of course, this is only for fishing when you will try to catch from a set location and not by hauling lines behind you.

1. Large fish are feeding on small fish.
   A whale is present.
2. Dolphins are mating.
   None of the above

"Foaming" indicates an area with a lot of fish activity. Larger fish are feeding on smaller fish, and all that movement to and fro disturbs the surface of the water. This is called foaming.

1. Tuna
   Mackerel
2. Barracuda
   Albacore

Mackerel are found the world over in both temperate and tropical climates. In fact, the name is applied to a range of similar fish throughout the world. They can be identified by their striped bodies and forked tails. Many other sport fish feed upon mackerel as their main source of food.

1. Squid on the surface that is spawning
   A tiger shark
2. A sperm whale
   None of the above

Squid are interesting creatures, that's for sure! When they spawn, they come up from deeper waters and normally hang around near on the surface laying their eggs. And where you find "floats" you are sure to find fish!

1. The captain of the boat gives you all the tasks
   Fighting a fish on the line
2. An early morning workout before fishing
   None of the above

Actually, most fishermen love a fish to fight them. And while smaller fish don't put up a fight, if you hook a sport fish, you can expect to shed some sweat in your efforts to land the fish on the boat. This is to "get worked."

1. The side with the deepest water
   The side of the island that is sheltered from the wind
2. The side with the shallowest water
   Around 10 miles from the island

The leeward part of an island is the area that is sheltered from wind. Sometimes a leeward bay is a great place to fish. This is more of a nautical term than a fishing only one.

1. A piece of equipment used to hook a fish onto the boat
   A unit of measuring depth
2. A certain type of fishing rod
   None of the above

A "fathom" is simply a unit of measurement for the depth of a body of water. And it's easy to remember how deep a fathom is: 1 fathom the equivalent of 2 yards.

1. Forward
   Right
2. Left
   Back

A general nautical term as opposed to just fishing slang, "starboard" means right. So if fish are found off the starboard bow, they are to the right of the boat.

1. To make a silly mistake
   Another fisherman's line crossing yours
2. A special way to tie your lure
   None of the above

This typically happens on albacore and tuna finishing trips. Fisherman's lines can get crossed making it difficult to retrieve your catch.

1. A specific type of fishing reel
   Someone who is getting sick overboard
2. A species of fish
   A type of boat

Take a group of newbies out fishing and you are always sure to have at least one of these onboard. A "chummer" is someone who gets seasick and throws up over the side of the boat.

1. Throw fish offcuts, blood and bones overboard
   Find a partner to fish with
2. Strap yourself in as the boat will speed to a new destination
   None of the above

Most fishing boats will keep fish offcuts, blood and bones in a bucket when fishing. This can be used to attract other fish, particularly sport fish or sharks, by simply throwing it overboard into the ocean.

1. A fishing pole
   A reel
2. A fishing net
   None of the above

Fishing reels come in all shapes and sizes. A "coffee grinder" is usually totally closed with a conical front section. When the handle is turned, it seems as if the fisherman is grinding coffee, hence its name.

1. Chasing smaller fish
   Biting at the bait on the lines
2. Eating lunch
   None of the above

"Chewing" is what a fisherman wants a potential catch to do. Fish that are chewing are taking nibbles at the bait on the end of a line. It's just up to the fisherman to strike and catch them!

1. An overcrowded sports fishing boat
   A boat transporting cattle
2. A trawler
   None of the above

Sports fishing is a lucrative business, and some unscrupulous operators will take as many people as they can. Not only does this put those people in danger, it just means the finishing experience isn't as good as it could be, especially for a newbie.

1. Old fishing nets
   Seaweed
2. Octopus tentacles
   None of the above

Seaweed is found all over the ocean and in various forms. Sometimes, fish could be nearby -- but be careful, it could snag up the boat engines!

1. The fish got away.
   He managed to get his line caught up in kelp or seagrass.
2. He got drenched by a wave.
   None of the above

Getting your line snagged in kelp or seagrass is no fun. In fact, instead of trying to sort it all out, many people will just cut their line, unless their favorite lure is still on the end!

1. Swordfish
   Sailfish
2. Anchovy
   Grouper

Anchovies are versatile fish, brilliant to use in cooking and even better as bait when trying to catch large fish. You can even use frozen anchovy in this regard.

1. A bite from a fish
   Their bait to start to rot in the sun
2. A beer
   None of the above

In an area where fish are not that active, once a fisherman has cast in his line, he is said to be "soaking his bait". This means he is patiently waiting for a bite from a fish.

1. A shark bit it.
   The line was broken by the hull or anchor rope.
2. A seagull snapped it in two.
   None of the above

There is nothing worse than losing a fish to a "sawed off" line. And it can happen so easily, especially when you think the fish is close to being landed. Just a little bit of friction on the hull of the boat, especially as the fish gets close to it, can cause a line to snap.

1. An experienced fisherman
   A novice who catches a big fish straight away
2. The captain of the ship
   None of the above

"Sinker dunkers" are novice fishermen who have brilliant luck. They are called this because as soon as their line hits the water, they somehow catch a big fish.

1. The skipper
   The person in charge of navigation
2. The cook
   The deckhand

Any trip at sea that is more than a day is probably going to need some who can cook. This person is affectionately known as the "galley bitch." Of course, fish might be on the menu every day!

1. A cold sea
   Old discarded nets
2. A school of jellyfish
   None of the above

No question, even on the calmest of seas, safety while fishing is of paramount importance. Anyone ending up in the ocean is bad news and will require the crew to spring into action to get them back on the boat as quickly as possible.

1. Halibut
   Mako shark
2. Blue whale
   Red octopus

Why are halibut called "flatties"? Well, it's simple really. They are a flat fish that live on the ocean floor. They have evolved so that both of their eyes are on top of the fish with their mouth on the bottom near the ocean floor.

1. .They have hooked a massive fish
   They are tired and need a rest.
2. They need a new line.
   None of the above

A bit of a sexual innuendo, but on a fishing boat, if you shout you are "hung" it means you have hooked a really big fish.

1. An old boot
   An undesirable fish
2. Old fishing lines
   None of the above

Things never go completely perfectly when fishing. You may think you have a great catch on the end of the line, but after reeling it in, it's a fish that you simply aren't looking for. This is known as "trash" and usually gets thrown back or used for bait.

1. Catfish
   Barracuda
2. Yellowfin tuna
   None of the above

"Whiskers" are good old catfish! These fish are noted for their long feelers that protrude from their mouths. Catfish are found all over the world, including America, Europe and Asia.

1. A fish found in the Atlantic ocean
   Crossed lines
2. A person trying to fish on an overcrowded boat
   None of the above

Sometimes paid fishing can get a little crowded. Trying to fish on these excursions can be difficult, especially for a serious angler. These poor souls call themselves "tanglers" as their rigs often tangle with others once the fishing starts.

1. Backwards
   Right
2. Left
   Forward

A general nautical term as opposed to just fishing slang, "port" means left. So if fish are found off the port bow, they are to the left of the boat.

1. A hook
   A reel
2. Fishing line
   A gaff

Large fish are difficult to get onto the boat. They cannot just be pulled up using the fishing line. To land them, a special tool called a gaff is used. This is a hook that is put into the body of the fish, allowing it to be pulled up onto the boat.

1. The side of the island that is is not sheltered by the wind
   The side with the shallowest water
2. The side with the deepest water
   None of the above

The windward part of an island is the area that is not sheltered from wind. This is a well-known nautical and sailing term, not just fishing slang.

1. A jail
   A refrigeration unit where caught fish are kept
2. The kitchen
   Sleeping quarters

Trawlers are massive fishing boats that are at sea for long periods of time. Any fish caught must be refrigerated; otherwise, they will go bad. They are kept in big refrigeration units that are often called "slammers."

1. Sole
   Catfish
2. Barracuda
   None of the above

Barracudas are ferocious fish! Long and sleek, these fish have sharp teeth that can cause real damage. Some barracuda species can grow to more than 5 feet long. Incredibly, barracudas can swim up to 27 miles an hour in short bursts.