Vehicle Safety and Awareness Quiz

When approaching a vehicle in a parking lot, you should always approach from the ______.

• front

• back

• side

• top

When checking your vehicle, the driver should look for ____________________.

• broken glass

• children and pets

• tires

• all of the above

Why is it important to approach your vehicle with your keys in hand, and without talking on your cell phone?

• Your cell signal will not work next to the car.

• You could get a ticket for improper procedures.

• It lets other know you are approaching your vehicle.

• It allows the driver to maintain awareness of surroundings and scan for hazards.

Storing items in the trunk is important because ___________________________.

• loose items in your vehicle can become projectiles during a crash or when the brake is applied.

• It keeps valuables out of sight to prevent theft.

• It keeps your car clean.

• Both a and b

It is important to control your door swing as you enter the vehicle because ________.

• You don’t want to damage the interior of your car.

• It prevents damage to your vehicle and other vehicles parked next to you.

• If you are parked on the side of the street, it will prevent your door from being clipped by passing traffic.

• Both b and c