(i) Steps taken by the captain to protect the ship when rough weather began: Slowing the boat down: They dropped the storm jib and lashed a heavy mooring rope in a loop across the stern to reduce their speed. Double-lashing everything: The captain made sure all items on the deck were secured to prevent them from being thrown overboard or causing injury. Going through life-raft drill: The family and crew practised their emergency procedures to ensure everyone was prepared in case they needed to abandon the ship. Attaching lifelines: The captain had everyone on board wear lifelines to prevent them from being swept overboard during the storm. Donning oilskins and life jackets: They wore protective clothing and life jackets to stay warm, dry, and buoyant in stormy conditions. (ii) Steps taken by the captain to check the flooding of the water in the ship: Assessing the damage: Gordon went below deck to evaluate the extent of the damage and determine the source of the flooding. Initiating pumping efforts: He instructed Larry and Herb to pump out the water using the hand pumps and later utilized the electric pump. Repairing the damaged hull: Gordon used a hammer, screws, and canvas to patch up the damaged starboard side of the ship, preventing more water from entering. Clearing debris from pumps: When the hand pumps started to clog with debris, the captain worked to clear the blockages and keep the pumps operational. Utilizing a spare electric pump: Gordon remembered the additional electric pump under the chartroom floor and connected it to an out-pipe, which helped remove more water from the ship.