Sharing the road: Pedestrians and Bicyclists

When is it safe for pedestrians to cross at a crosswalk with a "Walk" signal?

• Anytime, as vehicles must always stop

• Only when the "Walk" signal is illuminated and it is clear of vehicles

• After making eye contact with drivers in nearby vehicles

• When they are in a hurry

What is the primary purpose of bike lanes?

• For parking vehicles when bike traffic is low

• To provide a safe space for cyclists away from vehicular traffic

• For pedestrians to walk when sidewalks are full

• To allow faster vehicles to pass slower ones

Who has the right of way at an uncontrolled pedestrian crossing?

• The pedestrian, at all times

• Vehicles, unless they can stop safely

• Pedestrians, but only if they make eye contact with drivers

• Whoever arrives at the crossing first

What do flashing "Don't Walk" signals mean for pedestrians?

• They should hurry and cross the street quickly

• They should not start crossing, but if they are already in the crosswalk, they should finish crossing

• They should return to the sidewalk immediately

• They can ignore the signal if the road is clear

Why is helmet safety important for cyclists?

• It is a legal requirement in all states

• Helmets provide protection against head injuries

• It makes cyclists more visible to drivers

• It is only important for children, not adults

What does a left arm extended upward by a cyclist indicate?

• The cyclist is turning left

• The cyclist is turning right

• The cyclist is stopping or slowing down

• The cyclist is greeting someone

When should drivers yield to bicyclists in a bike lane?

• Only when turning right

• At all times

• Only when the bicyclist is faster than the vehicle

• Never, as vehicles have the right of way

What does a solid white line separating a bike lane from a vehicle lane indicate?

• Vehicles can cross the line to pass bicycles

• The bike lane is only for daytime use

• Vehicles are not allowed to cross the line into the bike lane

• Bicycles must yield to vehicles crossing the line

What should a pedestrian do if there is no sidewalk available?

• Walk on the left side of the road facing traffic

• Walk on the right side of the road with traffic

• Walk as close to the middle of the road as possible

• Avoid walking on roads without sidewalks at all times

What does a cyclist's right arm extended straight out indicate?

• The cyclist is turning right

• The cyclist is turning left

• The cyclist is stopping or slowing down

• The cyclist needs assistance