Driving and Traffic Vocabulary

What does the term 'right of way' mean in driving?

• The right to drive on the left side of the road

• The right to use a particular part of the road before other vehicles or pedestrians

• The right to park anywhere on the road

• The right to drive without a license

Which of the following is a synonym for 'traffic jam'?

• Traffic light

• Traffic cone

• Traffic congestion

• Traffic sign

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

What is the purpose of a 'roundabout' in traffic management?

• To increase speed limits

• To reduce traffic congestion and improve safety

• To provide parking spaces

• To serve as a pedestrian crossing

What does the term 'yield' mean in traffic signs?

• Stop completely

• Speed up

• Give way to other traffic

• Turn around

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

Which of the following is NOT a type of road sign?

• Regulatory sign

• Warning sign

• Informative sign

• Decorative sign

What is the meaning of the term 'blind spot' in driving?

• A spot where the sun is too bright

• An area not visible to the driver

• A place where cars are not allowed

• A type of road sign

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does 'tailgating' refer to in driving?

• Driving too close to the vehicle in front

• Driving with the tailgate open

• Driving in reverse

• Driving without headlights

Which of the following is a common cause of 'road rage'?

• Listening to music

• Heavy traffic and aggressive driving

• Driving at night

• Using a GPS

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

What is the function of a 'speed bump'?

• To increase vehicle speed

• To slow down traffic

• To mark a pedestrian crossing

• To indicate a stop sign

What does the term 'carpooling' mean?

• Driving a car into a pool

• Sharing a car journey with others to reduce traffic

• Racing cars on a track

• Parking cars in a pool

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4