ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Ferry

Okay kiddo, have you ever been on a boat ride? Well, imagine taking a really big boat ride that can carry cars, trucks, and even other smaller boats. That's called a ferry.

A ferry is like a big taxi that runs on water. It takes people and vehicles from one place to another across a body of water. This can be across a river, lake, or even sea.

When you get on a ferry, you drive or walk onto it and park your vehicle or find a seat on the deck. The ferry captain, who drives the ferry, will start the engines and off you go! You might feel the boat moving as it cuts through the water.

Ferries are important because they help people get across water without having to drive all the way around to a bridge. It can save lots of time and money. Plus, it's a fun way to travel and see the sights.

So next time you see a big boat loading up with cars and people, remember it's a ferry!