CMERA Required Orientation Quiz
Complete this quiz after watching the orientation video. Passing Score: 80%. Please answer all questions and confirm your understanding at the end.
Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
What should you yell if someone falls overboard?
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Help
Stop the boat
Man Overboard and point to the person
Jump in after them
Are closed-toe shoes required on the boat?
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Yes
No
What is the correct action if you see something unsafe on the boat?
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Ignore it
Wait for someone else
Speak up immediately
Record it
Is this program considered a vacation?
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Yes
No
What should you do if you are hungover or not feeling well enough to perform safely?
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Still attend
Stay home
Drink coffee
Only attend lecture
Are you guaranteed to catch animals every day?
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Yes
No
Will boats go out in rain or windy conditions?
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No
Yes, if safe
Only if requested
Only calm days
What are students expected to do when arriving in the morning?
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Sit and wait
Be awake, alert, and ready to work
Use phone
Sleep
What factors are important for receiving a strong evaluation?
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Attitude
Work ethic
Communication
All of the above
What happens if you are late?
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Group waits
Show up anytime
You may be left behind
Skip day
Can you bring large amounts of gear on small boats?
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Yes
No, space is limited
What is the rule regarding illegal drugs?
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Allowed responsibly
Not allowed
Only in housing
Only off-site
What should you bring on the boat?
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Sunscreen
Water/snacks
Sunglasses/hat
All of the above
Scenario: You see another student not paying attention while handling gear. What should you do?
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Ignore it
Tell a friend later
Speak up immediately or notify staff
Record it
Scenario: You are on the boat and feel unsafe about a situation. What should you do?
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Stay quiet
Wait until later
Speak up immediately
Leave the area
Scenario: You wake up extremely tired and not alert before a boat day. What is the correct decision?
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Go anyway
Stay home and recover
Drink caffeine and push through
Only attend part of the day
Scenario: Weather looks bad in the morning. What should you expect?
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Program is canceled
Boats never go out
Operations may still proceed if safe
Students decide
Housing Questions
You are only required to complete this section if you are staying in CMERA housing.
Is alcohol allowed in CMERA housing?
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a) Yes for everyone
b) Only over 21
c) No alcohol allowed in housing
d) Only after midnight
Who is allowed in CMERA housing units?
a) Anyone invited
b) Only CMERA participants
c) Local friends
d) Family visitors anytime
What should you do at the end of your stay?
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Leave everything
Strip sheets, clean, dispose of food
Just pack
Wait for cleaning crew
What should students do if supplies run low or maintenance is needed?
a) Ignore it
b) Buy a new house
c) Notify staff immediately
d) Move out
Who is responsible for cleaning housing?
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One person
Staff
Everyone shares responsibility
No one
Scenario: A student brings alcohol into housing. What is the likely outcome?
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Warning only
Nothing happens
Possible dismissal from housing/program
Confiscation only
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