Driving through intersections
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Question 1 of 13
Upon approaching a stop sign, what does the law require drivers to do before entering the intersection?
a. Stop, sound horn, then proceed
b. Slow down, sound horn and proceed
c. Slow down and if the way is clear, proceed
d. Stop, and when it is safe to do so, proceed
Question 2 of 13
At a pedestrian crossover or a school crossing with a crossing guard, drivers must:
a. Proceed slowly and allow pedestrians to pass behind the vehicle
b. Stop and wait for pedestrians to completely cross before proceeding
c. Sound the horn to alert pedestrians
d. Drive through if the guard has stepped to the sidewalk, even if children are still crossing
Question 3 of 13
If two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at approximately the same time, the right-of-way should be given to:
a. Neither one
b. The one moving faster
c. The vehicle approaching from the left
d. The vehicle approaching from the right
Question 4 of 13
Upon approaching a Yield sign, what does the law require drivers to do?
a. Speed up and force their way into oncoming traffic
b. Stop, then enter oncoming traffic slowly
c. Stop, then enter oncoming traffic quickly
d. Slow down, stop if necessary, and proceed only when the way is clear
Question 5 of 13
Which of the following is TRUE regarding the use of turn signals and right-of-way?
a. Signaling automatically gives you the right-of-way over other traffic
b. You must rely on your signal alone to clear the intersection quickly
c. Signaling does not give you the right-of-way; you must ensure the way is clear
d. Pedestrians must always yield to a turning vehicle if it has signaled in advance
Question 6 of 13
Which of the following statements is true about controlled intersections?
a. They have traffic lights, yield signs, or stop signs to regulate traffic
b. They have no signs or traffic lights
c. They only have yield signs to regulate traffic
d. They require drivers to slow down but never stop under any circumstances
Question 7 of 13
At any intersection where you want to turn left or right...?
a. If you are turning left, you must wait for approaching traffic to pass
b. If you are turning left or right, you must wait for pedestrians to cross
c. All of these
d. If you are turning right, you should check your blind spot for cyclists approaching from behind
Question 8 of 13
If a signal light changes from green to amber as a driver approaches an intersection, what should the driver do?
a. Stop. If stop cannot be made safely, proceed with caution
b. Speed up to clear the intersection as quickly as possible
c. Sound horn to warn pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle will travel through the intersection.
d. Maintain current speed and continue through the intersection.
Question 9 of 13
When the traffic signal light facing a driver is red and the driver intends to go straight through the intersection, what must the driver do first?
a. Stop, give pedestrians the right-of-way, then proceed with caution
b. Slow down, proceed when the way is clear
c. Stop, proceed when the way is clear
d. Stop, wait until the light changes to green and the intersection is clear before moving through it
Question 10 of 13
What must drivers do before entering a highway from a private road or driveway?
a. Yield right-of-way to all vehicles approaching on the highway
b. Enter or cross the highway as quickly as possible
c. Make the appropriate hand signal then take the right-of-way
d. Honk loudly and proceed with caution
Question 11 of 13
When approaching an intersection that is blocked with traffic, what should drivers do?
a. Keep as close as possible to the car ahead
b. Make a U-turn and find another road that does not have a traffic jam
c. Stop and wait until the traffic ahead moves on before entering the intersection
d. Honk loudly to warn cars ahead to start moving
Question 12 of 13
Why should you scan sidewalks and trails in addition to the roadway when approaching an intersection?
a. Cyclists are never allowed on sidewalks, so there's no need to look for them
b. Children and cyclists could unexpectedly enter the roadway, and some areas permit cycling on sidewalks
c. Pedestrians must always remain behind barricades if traffic is heavy
d. It’s optional unless you see posted signs requiring you to check sidewalks
Question 13 of 13
At an intersection with stop signs at all corners, which vehicle has the right-of-way if two vehicles arrive and stop simultaneously?
a. The vehicle on the left may proceed first
b. The largest vehicle may proceed first
c. Both vehicles should proceed at the same time
d. The vehicle on the right has the right-of-way