Which large-sized dhow has a tapering stern and, in its Arab version, a very high prow?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Boom
- Step 1: The boom is a large-sized dhow with a stern that is tapering in shape. The Arab boum has a very high prow, which is trimmed in the Indian version. Answer: Boom. Why not the others: The shu'ai is a medium-sized dhow that was the most common Gulf dhow for fishing and coastal trade; the sambuk has a characteristic keel design with a sharp curve below the top of the prow; the jalboot is a small to medium-sized dhow that is the modern version of the shu'ai with a shorter prow stem piece.
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