Question

what steps were taken by the captain and the crewman to protect the boat from storm and the gigantic waves

Answer 1

Answer:

They had to slow down the boat, they dropped the storm jib ( small triangular sail ) and lashed( tied ) the mooring rope ( anchors that hold the ship ) to the stern which increases the friction between the boat and water and hence slowing down the boat.

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