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Driving
General
Driving 2
Safety
Car Kit
100

True or False you should always break hard when slipping and sliding on black ice. 

False
100

True or False Shaded areas are more likely to have black ice? 

True, shady areas are cooler and water freezes.

100

True or false you can use cruise control on snow/icy/wet roads.

False
100

Where does black ice usually build up on?

On Bridges and shady areas. 
100
True or False you should admit to an accident
False, never admit guilt. 
200

Of the 4 leading causes of vehicle skids, which is the most common?  

  • A: Driving too fast B: Excessive braking/rapid deceleration C: Over-steering D: Accelerating 

A: Driving too fast.

200

Where do sandbags/cat litter go in your vehicle to assist in safe driving?

a. On your hood b. passenger seat c. trunk d. backseat

 

C in your trunk

200

Call ahead for road conditions for planned travel. 

 Minnesota 511

200

If you lose cell phone service in a storm how do you get help?

a. Use life alert b. use a flare c. try your cell phone’s SOS feature d. build an SOS signal with sticks or rocks. 

 

C try your phone's SOS feature
200

What is something you should keep in your vehicle to use when pumping gas?

Winter Gloves

300

What should you do if your car is slipping and sliding on the highway?  

A: Brake hard, B: Ease off the brake and steer slowly, C: Engage Manual Brake, D: Call 911  

A & C, A: Use high beams, C: Turn on your fog lights.

300

This animal has taught everyone to walk with caution during icy and cold days. 

Penguin
300

What should you do if your car is slipping and sliding on the highway? 

  • A: Brake hard B: Ease off the brake and steer slowly C: Engage Manual Brake D: Call 911

B: Ease off brake

300

What is the first thing you should do when involved in a car accident? 

Make sure everyone is okay and then call 911

300

Weather related crashes cause ____ injuries in the U.S. each year.

418,000

400

What is a safe distance to keep from another vehicle? 

Maintaining a safe following distance to allow for sudden stops on slippery roads, the 3 second rule is a good guideline.

400

What is the first thing you should do once seated in a vehicle? 

Buckle Up 
400

Which snack can help you prevent dehydration if stranded in the woods during a winter storm? A: Beer B: Honey C: Corn chips.

 

C: Corn chips, have oil in them and will melt snow or ice. 

400

How should you improve your vision when driving in a blizzard? (2 answers)

  •  A: Use high beams, B: Pull over until the sun comes out, C: Turn on your fog lights, D: Do nothing and hope for the best. 

A & B, turn on your fog lights, Use high beams.

400

This item is handy to have in your car in the winter, but also great to have for a picnic. 

A Blanket
500

When driving in snowy or icy roads, how much longer does it typically take to stop?

  • A: 3 times slower B: 5 times slower C:20 times slower D: 10 times slower

D: 10 times slower.

500

How can you be prepared to drive in snowy weather? (Multiple Answers)

  • A: Buy winter tires beforehand, B: Drive with a full gas tank, C: Keep emergency car kit in trunk. D: Make sure you wear clothing that keeps you warm. 

All the above

500

What is the best treatment for Frostbite?  

Warm up area with warm water for 15-30 minutes.

500

When should you not let your gas get lower than?

Ideally 25% 
500

How long should you keep your winter safety kit in your vehicle?

Year-round