Transportation Vocabulary

Front

What does a U-Turn mean in driving?

Back

A U-Turn is a maneuver in which a driver turns the vehicle around to go in the opposite direction.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

Front

What does slippery mean in relation to roads?

Back

Slippery refers to a road surface that is wet or icy, making it difficult for vehicles to maintain traction.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

Who are pedestrians?

Back

Pedestrians are people who are walking, especially in areas where vehicles are present.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

Front

What is a lane change?

Back

A lane change is when a driver moves their vehicle from one lane to another on the road.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

Front

What should you watch out for near a school crossing?

Back

You should watch out for children and other pedestrians near a school crossing.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

Front

What does it mean to make a stop in driving?

Back

To make a stop means to bring the vehicle to a complete halt, usually at a stop sign or traffic light.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

Front

What is the purpose of a warning sign on the road?

Back

Warning signs alert drivers to potential hazards or changes in road conditions ahead.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

Front

What does it mean to yield?

Back

To yield means to give way to other vehicles or pedestrians, allowing them to go first.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

Front

What is the significance of traffic lights?

Back

Traffic lights control the flow of traffic at intersections, indicating when vehicles must stop or go.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

Front

What does it mean to obey traffic rules?

Back

Obeying traffic rules means following the laws and regulations that govern how vehicles and pedestrians should behave on the road.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7