I. Rewrite and translate the following text. Get ready to comment on it. 1. Anchorage can be obtained in several places in Mount's Bay except during winter months when it may be obtained temporarily while waiting to enter

1. Anchorage can be obtained in several places in Mount's Bay except during winter months when it may be obtained temporarily while waiting to enter harbour.

The best anchorages are in Penzance Bay, sheltered from all winds except those from between SSW and SE. The depths in the bay decrease regularly, the bottom consisting chiefly of coarse sand and shell, but there are several patches of shoal ground extending up to 2.5 miles from the middle of the N shore of the bay.

2. Tidal Streams. Details of the tidal streams in Swinge are shown in the tidal stream diagrams and in the tables on chart 60. A rate of about 7 to 8 knots in both directions is stated to be attained at Spring tides.

There are strong eddies on both sides of Swinge close to the rocks, and these can be used to advantage by vessels with local knowledge when proceeding through this channel against the main stream.

3. Pilotage is compulsory for merchant vessels, with certain exceptions. There are no regular pilot boats in the Isles of Scilly, but on approaching, a vessel requiring a pilot should make the usual signal, and the coastguard at Saint Mary's will inform pilots. For signals to be made see 1.23. A vessel should embark the pilot from 1 to 2 miles S of P. Head, or the same distance W of Bishop Rock.

II. Answer the questions:

1. What dangers may threaten ship’s safety?

2. In what cases is taking a tug compulsory when entering or leaving a port?

3. What guides help a mariner to avoid dangers?

4. Why should mooring lines be constantly watched when the ship is at berth?

5. What information can you find in headings of the charts?

III. Translate the following sentences into English:

1. Западная сторона мелей ограждена светящим буем со свистком.

2. Сколько буксиров мне заказать? - Я рекомендую вам заказать 2 буксира, т.к. сегодня сильный отжимной ветер.

3. В южной части острова имеется хорошее якорное место для малых судов со знанием местных условий.

4. Если погода будет хорошая, то мы сможем зайти в порт без буксира.

5. Какие факторы следует учитывать при постановке на якорь?