Distracted Driving Awareness Strategies

Distracted Driving Awareness Strategies

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Life Skills, Education

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video discusses the persistent issue of distracted driving and introduces a novel approach using the nagging power of children to influence parents to focus on driving. It highlights the collaboration between WGBH, PPS Kids, and the Connecticut Department of Transportation, featuring Ruff Ruffman. The initiative includes animations, games, and a website with quizzes and pledges to engage families. The video concludes with a humorous pledge involving Ruff Ruffman to emphasize the importance of the message.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new approach mentioned to combat distracted driving?

Implementing stricter laws

Harnessing the nagging power of children

Increasing police patrols

Using advanced technology in cars

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal of using children's nagging power in this campaign?

To increase sales of children's products

To make children more responsible

To keep parents' eyes on the road

To reduce children's screen time

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organizations teamed up with Ruff Ruffman to address distracted driving?

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

American Automobile Association

WGBH, PPS Kids, and the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the tools used to educate children about distracted driving?

A series of books

A mobile app

An innovative game

A virtual reality experience

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is included on the website to promote safe driving habits?

Quizzes, polls, and a family pledge

Live traffic updates

Discount coupons for safe drivers

Interactive driving simulations

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous promise is made if the distracted driving song doesn't stick?

A public apology will be issued

A free driving lesson will be given

Ruff Ruffman will wear a bee costume for a week

A new song will be composed

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main message of the pledge mentioned in the video?

To always have a co-driver

To use hands-free devices

To avoid multitasking while driving

To drive faster