Across
- 3. a small one-mast sailing ship
- 7. a heavy object used to stop a ship from moving
- 9. a large boat used by pirates to sail the seas
- 10. a short, curved sword used by pirates
- 11. to leave someone stranded on an island
- 12. a term for treasure or valuables taken by pirates
- 14. an attack by pirates on a ship or town
- 15. shiny metal coins often found in pirate treasure
- 16. the leader of a pirate crew
- 18. the large bodies of salt water where pirates sailed
- 20. goods or treasure stolen by pirates
- 21. the ropes and cables used to control a ship’s sails
- 22. a drink made of watered-down rum
- 23. a tool used to find direction while sailing
Down
- 1. another name for a pirate, often in the Caribbean
- 2. a place where ships dock and unload goods
- 4. when a pirate crew rebels against their captain
- 5. Roger, the pirate flag with a skull and crossbones
- 6. a small telescope used to see far away
- 8. a pirate who is legally allowed to raid ships
- 10. a big gun used to attack other ships
- 13. Nest, the lookout platform high up on a ship’s mast
- 17. valuable gold coins and jewels hidden by pirates
- 18. a symbol of danger often seen on pirate flags
- 19. a colorful bird that often sits on a pirate’s shoulder