A common means of connecting shots of anchor chain in the field is to use a（）.

A.prevent chain from clinging to the wildcat
B.clean the marine debris from the chain
C.flake chain from a boat's chain locker
D.clean chain prior to an x-ray inspection

A.as a connecting strap between the butted ends of plating
B.to stiffen areas under points of great stress between beams
C.to prevent the anchor from fouling when the brake is released
D.to provide an extra heavy fitting in a heavy lift cargo rig

A.holds the boom down and flattens the main sail
B.draws the head of the sail to windward
C.tautens the standing rigging
D.douses the gaff topsail