WorksheetsATDC Defensive Driving Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 4mins
What is the main cause of accidents according to the Defensive Driving Awareness talk?
Poor road conditions
Human error
Bad weather
Bad Mood
What is the difference between safety driving and defensive driving?
Safety driving focuses on high skill, while defensive driving is anticipative
Safety driving avoids accidents, while defensive driving speeds up
Defensive driving is for professional drivers, while safety driving is for everyone
Defensive driving is only applicable in emergencies
What are the “4A’s” of safe driving behaviour?
Attention, Action, Aggression, Anticipation
Alertness, Aggressiveness, Action, Awareness
Anticipation, Awareness, Accuracy, Alertness
Alertness, Awareness, Attitude, Anticipation
How often should you check your rearview mirrors to maintain awareness?
Every 30 seconds
Every 1 minute
Every 2 seconds
Every 5-8 seconds
What is the recommended safe following distance for a large vehicle?
1 second
2-3 seconds
5-8 seconds
10 seconds
What is the purpose of constantly moving your eyes while driving?
To avoid eye fatigue
To keep an overall view of your surroundings
To check your speed frequently
Which of the following is considered a hazard while driving?
Clear roads
A well-maintained vehicle
Wet road conditions
Properly working traffic lights
What is a “blind spot”?
An area in the car with no windows
A part of the road the driver cannot see using mirrors
A street with poor lighting
A sudden change in road conditions
What is the recommended action to avoid blind spots while driving?
Use only your mirrors
Ignore them and proceed
Turn your head to perform a shoulder check
Keep driving straight without changing lanes
How does speed influence the risk of accidents?
The faster you drive, the safer you are
Speed has no effect on accident risk
Driving slower than the speed limit increases accidents
Speed increases the likelihood and severity of a crash
