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Chapter 6 Traffic Laws

Total questions: 19

Worksheet time: 2hrs 35mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Each state has its own laws regarding use and ownerhsip of motor vehicles

a)

True

b)

False

The federal government passes these laws for all states

c)

True

But they are all exactly the same for every state

d)

False

There are no such laws

2.

Administrative laws enable

a)

The governor of the state to control the positioning o of traffic lights

b)

State officials to control their highway transportation system

c)

State officials to use traffic fines to fund public education

d)

The legislative branch to set speed limits

3.

Driver liceses are issued by

a)

County or parish officials

b)

The state government

c)

The federal government

d)

The city officials

4.

A driver license is issued to a person that

a)

Has demonstrated knowledge of traffic laws

b)

Has demonstrated the ability to properly operate a vehicle

c)

Both A and B are correct

d)

Neither A nor B is correct

5.

Which principle

with respect to right of way is not correct

a)

The purpose of right of way laws is to prevent conflicts resulting from one driver failing to yield to another

b)

The right of way is taken not given

c)

A driver has not yielded the right of way when other drivers are forced to slow or wait

d)

Whoever has the last clear chance to avoid a collision has an obligation to do so

6.

The primary reason for the use of traffic laws is

a)

To generate revenue for road maintenance

b)

Assign fault when crashes occur

c)

Regulate the use of fossil fuels and protect the environment

d)

Prevent traffic crashes and promote orderly flow of traffic

7.

Drivers involved in a collision must show proof of their ability to pay for any damages

a)

True

b)

False

8.

Drivers may show proof of finacial responsibility by

a)

Possessing automobile liability insurance

b)

Depositing bonds or other securities with the state

c)

Depositing cash in a required amount with the state

d)

All of the above are correct

9.

Under which conditions can a driver be charged with reckless drving

a)

The driver intentionallty drives in a dangerous manner

b)

The driver knows he or she is placing others at risk

c)

The conditions make the increase in risk obvious

d)

All of the above are correct

10.

If you drive through a posted school zone 20 to 25 miles over the posted speed you may be charged with

a)

Careless driving

b)

Speeding

c)

Reckless driving

d)

None of the above is correct

11.

If you are facing a steady red signal light you should

a)

Stop

b)

Stop then proceed with caution

c)

Slow then proceed with caution

d)

None of the above is correct

12.

Although each state may differ slightly generally drivers are required to stop when they encounter a school bus that is

a)

Loading children

b)

Unloading children

c)

Stopped with lights falshing

d)

All of the above are correct

13.

Rules of the road are in effect only when signs-signals or markings are posted

a)

True

b)

False

14.

All drivers are required to exercise due to avoid a collision except

a)

When they have the right of way

b)

When the traffic light is green

c)

When they are turing right

d)

There are no exceptions

15.

When you approach a stop sign you should

a)

Stop at the intersection

b)

Slow and proceed with caution if you can see all approaching traffic

c)

Stop only if there is approaching traffic from another direction

d)

None of the above is correct

16.

A study conducted by the Federal Highway Administration shows that on average

a)

All drivers stop at signs

b)

More than half of drivers stop at stop signs

c)

Fewer than half of drivers stop at stop signs

d)

Stop signs are the most often stolen sign

17.

When two drivers approach or enter an intersection from different intersecting roads at about the same time

who should yield the right of way

a)

The driver that is oldest should yield the right of way

b)

The driver on the left should yield the right of way

c)

The driver with the newest vehicle must yield the right of way

d)

The first driver to slow should yield the right of way

18.

When you are turning

you should

a)

Have the right of way if you use your turn signal

b)

Use extra caution and yield the right of way to other drivers

c)

Yield only to pedestrian in the crosswalk

d)

Only turn at signal controlled intersections

19.

When giving hand and arm signals to indicate your vehicle's movement

you should

a)

Use your right arm and hand

b)

Use your left arm and hand

c)

Use your right arm and hand when indicating a right turn and your left when indicating a left turn or slow/stop

d)

Never use your arms and hands to signal your intentions