Intersections with STOP SIGNS
Where should you stop before crossing?
Slightly behind (a step back from) the curb, corner, or crosswalk
What should you do first when reaching the traffic light?
Push the walk/don't walk button
When would it be okay to cross in the middle of the road?
In a low traffic, residential area
What color are the reverse (back-up) lights on a vehicle?
White
What are two ways to stay visible when walking at night with low visibility?
Walk in well lit areas, Wear bright colored clothes, Wear reflective clothing, Carry a flashlight, Wear a headlamp
What are the 4 steps of looking before crossing?
Left-Right-Left & over your shoulder (behind you)
What is the traffic signal image indicating you can cross the road?
Walking stick figure
Why do you stop twice before crossing the road between two parked cars?
If you can't see them, they can't see you
When a car cannot see as you walk down the aisle, you're in the car's __________________.
Blindspot
TRUE or FALSE: When walking together in a group, it's only the lead person's responsibility to check all directions.
FALSE Each person should be aware of all safety risks
Who do you make eye contact with?
The driver of the cars whose path you are crossing in front of
What are the painted white lines showing where you should walk when crossing the road called?
Crosswalk
Crossing between two parked cars: Why do you stop at the curb first before crossing?
To make certain that no one is sitting in the driver's seat and the car isn't moving
Where should you walk, when walking down a parking lot aisle?
Never down the middle. Pick the side of the aisle which seems the safest.
What 2 things should I do if encountering a dog?
Stay clear or turn around & don't run
In addition to eye contact, what else might the driver do to indicate you can cross?
Wave hand to let you cross or nod their head at you
True/False: When crossing the road, you should walk parallel (same direction) with the moving traffic.
True
Crossing between two parked cars: Why do you make a second stop at the farthest edge of the car before crossing?
To see that no other cars are passing the parked cars.
What should you watch for to avoid moving vehicles in a parking lot?
Moving cars, Engines starting, Brake or reverse lights
What should I say to a stranger who won't stop bothering me?
"I'm sorry, I can't help you." (keep walking away)
If you're not ready to cross, how do you tell the driver he can go?
Wave them through
Besides walking (not running), what else should you do when crossing the road?
Looking around you for moving traffic (like your head is on a swivel)
What are two obstacles that would block you from seeing clearly in both directions?
Hills, curves in the road, parked cars, bushes, tree fences
What 3 things should I look for when approaching a residential driveway?
1. Check for a person in the driver's seat
2. Listen if the car is running
3. Look for the back-up lights (white)
Do pedestrians have the right-of-way if they are not crossing at an intersection or designated crossing point?
NO