Drive Right, Chapter 7

What is the main reason that intersections are considered dangerous areas for drivers?

• Intersections have confusing street signs.

• The chances of a collision are greater at intersections than at any other point on a roadway.

• Intersections typically have lower speed limits.

• Intersections are usually poorly lit.

What percentage of all collisions occur at intersections according to the text?

• More than 25%

• More than 33%

• More than 50%

• More than 75%

Which of the following is NOT listed as a clue to identify an intersection ahead?

• Street signs and street lights

• Traffic stopping

• Rows of trees and mailboxes

• Pedestrian crossings

What should a driver do after identifying an intersection?

• Increase speed to pass the intersection quickly.

• Determine if they have an open zone for their intended path of travel into and through the intersection.

• Only check the left-front zone for potential hazards.

• Ignore line-of-sight restrictions as they are usually temporary.

What is a driver advised to do when their line of sight is restricted?

• Zone checks should become less frequent.

• They should only prioritize checking the left-front zone.

• Zone checks should become more frequent.

• They should rely solely on traffic signals.

What does the image at the bottom of the page depict?

• A traffic jam on a highway.

• A rural road with no visible intersections.

• An intersection with traffic lights and vehicles.

• A pedestrian crossing without any vehicles.

When you identify a line-of-sight restriction, what should you do to see beyond the line-of-sight restriction as shown in the picture on the right?

• Turn your head 90 degrees to the side of the obstruction

• Turn your head 45 degrees to the right or left in an attempt to see beyond the line-of-sight restriction

• Close one eye and squint to see past the obstruction

• Keep your head straight and only move your eyes to try to see around the obstruction

What should you briefly pause at each zone to detect while searching for changes in your zones to keep your intended path of travel safe?

• To listen for any unusual sounds

• To check your vehicle's mirrors

• To detect objects in that location

• To adjust your seatbelt

What is the recommended action if your front zone is clear but you need to prepare to stop or change your path of travel?

• Speed up to quickly pass the intersection

• Turn on your hazard lights to warn others

• Keep moving, as it is not necessary to prepare

• Pause to evaluate your options

What should you do once you have passed the point-of-no-return at an intersection?

• Stop immediately in the intersection.

• Continue through the intersection.

• Reverse to clear the intersection.

• Wait for the traffic signal to change.