Walking
What should you do before stepping off the curb to cross the street?
Look left, right, and left again
What do you tap, swipe, or show to the driver to pay for your bus ride?
A bus pass, transit card, smartphone app, or exact cash fare.
Name two popular smartphone apps used to request a car ride on demand.
Uber and Lyft
What type of transit service provides rides for people with disabilities who cannot use fixed-route buses?
Paratransit (The Ride in MA)
What item should always be fully charged before you leave home for a travel trip?
Your phone!
What piece of safety equipment should you always wear when riding a bicycle or scooter?
A helmet
If you aren't sure if a bus goes to your destination, who is the best person to ask when you board?
The bus driver.
What two pieces of information on the app should you check to verify your driver before getting into the car?
The driver's name and the car's license plate number (or car make/model).
True or False: You can wave down The Ride van on the street like a regular taxi.
False (Rides must be scheduled in advance).
What should you do if you feel lost or confused while out in the community?
Stop in a safe place (like a store), call a trusted contact/family member, or ask a transit worker or store clerk for help.
True or False: Pedestrians always have the right of way, even if they cross against a red "Don't Walk" sign.
False (Pedestrians must follow crosswalk signals for safety).
What should you do if you miss your scheduled bus?
Stay calm, wait at the stop for the next scheduled bus, or check the schedule on your phone.
Where is the safest place to sit when riding alone in an Uber, Lyft, or taxi?
In the back seat
True or False: The Ride provides door-to-door or curb-to-curb transportation.
True!
Why shouldn't you wear headphones over both ears while walking across busy intersections or navigating a new place?
You need to hear surrounding traffic, sirens, horns, and pedestrian audio cues.
When walking or rolling along a rural or suburban road that has no sidewalks, on which side of the street should you travel relative to traffic, and why?
Travel on the left side, facing oncoming traffic. This allows you to see approaching cars directly and take evasive action if a driver doesn't see you.
Would Colin make a good bus driver?
Yes, he would master those bus routes
How do you pay for a rideshare trip like Uber or Lyft?
Automatically through the app with a linked card (no cash needed).
Would you want Danny to be your Ride driver?
Good answer...
Which staff would you NOT trust to get you to Boston safely?
How rude...
Who in the INVEST program is most likely to jay walk?
How could you all turn on them like that?!
True or False: The Ride is more expensive than the bus system.
True. Local Bus: $1.70 The Ride: $3.35
What should you do if the car arriving does not match the license plate shown on your app?
Do NOT get in the car. Cancel or re-check the app and report it if necessary.
Name one key piece of information you must provide when booking a paratransit trip.
Pickup location, destination address, desired arrival time, or if you use a mobility device/need ramp access.
What is the "Dry Run" strategy (or practice trip), and why is it recommended before your first day at a new job or school?
Taking the exact transit route at the exact same time of day before your official start date. It helps you test timings, locate correct stops, identify potential delays, and lower anxiety.