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WorksheetsMidterm Driver Education
Total questions: 101
Worksheet time: 51mins
What is the purpose of the Student Certificate of Completion from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles?
It is a permit to drive
It certifies completion of a driver education course
It is a license to drive
It is a road test pass certificate.
The Student Certificate of Completion is valid for ___ years from the date of issue.
1
2
3
4
How long must a student have their Learner's Permit to take a separate 5-hour Pre-Licensing class?
3 months
6 months or longer
1 year
2 years
Walt Whitman High School does not offer the ______. (2 answers)
Driver's Education Program
5-hour Pre-Licensing class
Road test
Learner's Permit Test
Is driving considered a right or a privilege in NYS?
Right
Privilege
Both
Neither
What was the leading cause of death among teenagers (12-19) in the US from 1999-2006?
Homicide
Suicide
Unintentional injury
Heart disease
Among the unintentional injury deaths of teenagers, motor vehicle traffic accidents accounted for ___% of the deaths.
10%
73%
5%
7%
Which of the following is a factor that can negatively impact your driving attitude?
Reckless Behavior
Safe Driving
Following Traffic Rules
Defensive Driving
To improve your driving attitude, it is important to manage your ________.
Speed
Relationships
Vehicle
Time
What is the first skill you must learn to become a good driver?
Mental skills
Physical skills
Social skills
Emotional skills
Which of the following are key components of the driving task? (3 answers)
Use Your Knowledge and Physical Skills
Ignore Traffic Laws
Judge Time & Space
Anticipate how your vehicle will respond under normal and adverse conditions.
One of the driving tasks is to _______ how your vehicle will respond under normal and adverse conditions.
Ignore
Anticipate
Forget
Overlook
Which of the following is NOT considered one of the three main skills of driving?
A) Social Skills
B) Physical Skills
C) Mental Skills
D) Technical Skills
Which of the following is a top cause of collisions?
A) Driving with headlights on
B) Following too closely
C) Using a GPS
D) Listening to music
What is the key concept driving on the Highway Transportation System (HTS)?
Speed
Trust
Skill
Luck
Driver readiness involves ______ preparation to operate a vehicle.
only physical
only emotional
mental, emotional, and physical
none of the choices
Which of the following is not a necessary step before driving a vehicle?
check the tire tread with a penny
check for obvious fluid leaks
check for physical damage to the vehicle
check for objects around the vehicle
Before driving a vehicle, it is important to check for ______.
obvious fluid leaks
the tire tread with a penny
the color of the car
the brand of the tires
Emotions that may affect your driving, include...
happiness or joy
depression or anxiety
sadness or anger
all of the choices
The horn should not be used to?
get the attention of other drivers
show anger
show position
none of the choices
Which of the following is a recommended practice when approaching your vehicle?
Ignore the surroundings
Look for children or animals around the vehicle
Only check the front of the vehicle
Focus on your phone.
What is the recommended interval for changing a vehicle's oil?
3,000 to 5,000 miles
5,000 to 7,000 miles
7,000 to 9,000 miles
9,000 to 11,000 miles
The vehicle's oil change interval depends on the type of oil being used and the type of ______.
Weather
Driving
Fuel
Engine
Drivers who have developed basic maneuvering skills without proper decision-making are often considered good drivers.
True
False
Young people do not need to worry about fatigue because their energy levels are higher than those of older people.
True
False
Which of the following is a tip for better driving practices?
How to clean vehicle surfaces
Optimizing gas mileage
Vehicle specifications
What the warranty covers.
What is the primary focus of situational awareness when entering your vehicle?
Checking your phone
Observing your surroundings
Listening to music
Locking the car doors.
What is the first step in reverse parallel parking?
Pull up alongside the car in front of the space
Turn the steering wheel sharply to the right
Back up slowly while turning the wheel to the left
Straighten the wheels and pull forward.
In parallel parking, after pulling up alongside the car in front of the space, you should ______.
Turn the steering wheel sharply to the right
Back up slowly while turning the wheel to the right
Straighten the wheels and pull forward
Exit the vehicle.
Which of the following is NOT a vehicle control related to starting, braking, acceleration, and steering?
A) Gear shift
B) Brake pedal
C) Windshield wiper
D) Steering wheel
Recognize and demonstrate an understanding of the natural laws and forces encountered when driving, such as _________.
Gravity
Friction
Inertia
All of the choices
Which of the following is an important driving maneuver?
Parallel parking
Three-point turn
U-turn
All of the choices
What is the technique called where you use both hands to turn the steering wheel in a continuous motion?
Hand over hand
Push and pull
One hand steering
Cross steering
The acronym SMOG stands for Signal, Mirror, Over-the-shoulder, and ____.
Go
Glide
Gear Position
Gas
In suburban settings, Is it recommended that you use your turn signal approximately 100' before executing a turn?
True
False
When parking with the front of the vehicle facing downhill, you should?
make sure that the vehicle is in park
secure the parking brake
turn the vehicle's wheels all the way to the right
all of the choices.
Which of the following is another name for a K-turn?
U-turn
Broken U-turn
3-point turn
Both Broke U-turn and 3-point turn.
When executing a parking maneuver, the driver must roll slow and steer slow.
True
False
A proper hand position for the steering wheel is to place your hands at the ___ and 2 positions.
10
9
8
12
What is the correct steering sequence for a k-turn?
right to pull over, left to pull away, and left when backing
right to pull over, left to pull away, and right when backing
right to pull over, left to pull away, right when backing, and left to complete the maneuver
right to pull over, left to pull away, right when backing, and right to complete the maneuver
right to pull over, left in reverse, and right when moving forward to complete the maneuver
What is 'dry steering?'
Turning the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving.
Turning the steering wheel while the vehicle is not moving.
Turning the steering wheel while the vehicle is parked.
Turning the steering wheel while the vehicle is in reverse.
What are traffic control devices and why are they important?
They help in navigation
They ensure safety on roads
They are decorative
They are used for advertising.
The correct application of right of way rules is essential because it helps in ______.
reducing traffic
increasing speed
ensuring safety
saving fuel
Which of the following is a color used for traffic signs?
Purple
Red
Gray
Pink
A traffic sign in the shape of a _______ is commonly used.
A) Star
B) Octagon
C) Heart
D) Hexagon
Which of the following is a type of traffic sign?
Regulatory
Pedestrian
Countdown Timer
Left Turn Lane
Which of the following is a type of pavement marking?
Side markers
Double solid yellow lines
License plate light
Vehicle turn signals
_______ are used as special vehicle lights to indicate a vehicle's intention to turn.
Bicycle paths
Vehicle turn signals
Blue curb
White lines
Which type of sign is described as a 'White sign with black lettering and symbols'?
Warning
Regulation
Destination
Service
A 'Yellow sign with black lettering and symbols' is a ______ sign.
Destination
Service
Warning
Work Area
A regulation sign is normally what shape?
square
rectangle
circle
diamond
A warning sign is normally what shape?
square
rectangle
circle
diamond
Which of the following must you obey over the other three?
a steady red light
a police officer
a stop sign
a flashing red light
What are the colors of a sign that tells you the distance to the next exit of a highway?
yellow with black letters
black with white letters
red with white letters
green with white letters
What are the colors of a warning sign that indicates hazards ahead, such as a curve in the road or a narrow bridge?
black with symbols on a white background
black letters or symbols on a yellow background
white letters or symbols on a blue background
white letters or symbols on a green background
A diamond-shaped sign is a?
road hazard sign
interstate route sign
school crossing sign
speed limit sign
What type of vision is primarily used for reading signs while driving?
Central Vision
Focus Vision
Peripheral Vision
Night Vision
90% of driving decisions are based on information gathered with the ______.
ears
hands
eyes
feet
What are the elements of the Smith System that can be applied to various driving situations?
Observation, Anticipation, Reaction
Aim high in steering, Get the big picture, Keep your eyes moving, Leave yourself an out, Make sure they see you
Speed control, Lane discipline, Mirror check
None of these choices
The best lane position for a left turn is ______.
Lane position 1
Lane position 2
Lane position 3
Lane position 4
What does the acronym SIPDE stand for in driving?
Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute
Search, Interpret, Plan, Drive, Evaluate
See, Investigate, Prepare, Direct, Engage
Stop, Inspect, Proceed, Determine, Exit
The Smith System is a set of principles for _________.
cooking
driving
painting
swimming
Which of the following best describes 'Line of Sight'?
Space you will occupy.
Section of roadway where target is located.
Distance you can see ahead in the direction you are going.
A fixed object seen in the center of the path you intend to drive 20-30 seconds in the future.
The path the car will travel when focused on the target/target area.
The 'Targeting Path' is ________.
Space you will occupy.
Section of roadway where target is located.
Distance you can see ahead in the direction you are going.
A fixed object seen in the center of the path you intend to drive 20-30 seconds in the future.
The path the car will travel when focused on the target/target area.
Fill in the blank: The 'Target' is defined as a ______.
Space you will occupy.
Section of roadway where target is located.
Distance you can see ahead in the direction you are going.
A fixed object seen in the center of the path you intend to drive 20–30 seconds in the future.
The path the car will travel when focused on the target/target area.
Which term describes 'A safe distance between the driver’s own vehicle and any other vehicle that may be in front, along either side, or to the rear'?
Separate
Compromise
Space Cushion
3-4 Second Rule
A method for judging safe following distance at any speed. This time should elapse between the time a vehicle clears a given point and the following vehicle clears the same point.' This is known as the ________.
Separate
Compromise
Space Cushion
Second Rule
Which of the following is a strategy to minimize risk when driving in fog?
Increase speed
Use high beam headlights
Use low beam headlights
Turn off headlights
When driving in rain, it is important to maintain a safe distance from other vehicles. This helps to prevent ______.
Overheating
Skidding
Engine failure
Flat tire
What is the role of Central Vision in driving?
Reading signs
Viewing path of travel
Detecting motion and color changes
None of the choices
The task of driving is ___% visual input.
50
70
90
100
The area most difficult to manage a space cushion is the ______ of the car.
front
side
rear
top
Which of the following factors can affect visual space and following distance while driving?
Vehicle speed
Physical environment
Weather conditions
All of the choices.
When driving in foggy conditions, it is important to maintain a greater ______ to ensure safety.
Speed
Following distance
Acceleration
Distraction
What is the recommended following distance when driving in heavy traffic?
1 second
2 seconds
3 seconds
4 seconds
When driving in the rain, it is important to maintain a safe visual space. Which of the following is a recommended practice?
Increase speed
Use high beams
Maintain a safe following distance
Drive close to the vehicle in front
What is the purpose of maintaining a safe following distance while driving?
To reduce fuel consumption
To ensure enough time to react to the car ahead
To increase speed
To improve car performance
In the context of following distance, what should you use as a reference point to maintain a safe distance?
The car's speedometer
A fixed reference point on the road
The car's rearview mirror
The car's dashboard
What is the recommended following distance for a car traveling at 55 MPH in good conditions?
50 feet
70 feet
243 feet
100 feet
What is the recommended following distance behind a semi-truck?
100 feet
200 feet
300 feet
400 feet
The recommended following distance behind an emergency vehicle is _____ feet.
300
400
500
600
What is the following distance for a vehicle traveling at 50 mph with a 2-second interval?
148 ft.
176 ft.
222 ft.
264 ft.
For a vehicle traveling at 60 mph, the total brake distance is ___ ft.
190 ft.
275 ft.
352 ft.
416 ft.
What is the term used to describe the distance a car travels from the moment a hazard is detected until the brakes are applied?
Stopping Distance
Reaction Distance
Braking Distance
Total Distance
The _______ is the total distance a car travels from the moment a hazard is detected until the car comes to a complete stop.
Reaction Distance
Braking Distance
Stopping Distance
A car traveling at 40 mph has a stopping distance of ____.
A) 37 ft / 11 m
B) 67 ft / 20 m
C) 104 ft / 32 m
D) 150 ft / 46 m
What is a blind spot in the human eye?
An area with no light perception
An area with enhanced vision
An area with double vision
An area with color blindness.
The blind spot in the human eye is located where the _______ leaves the eye.
Retina
Optic nerve
Cornea
Lens
What does 'Minimize the Hazard' mean?
Reduce the possibility of conflict
Increase the risk of accidents
Ignore potential dangers
Encourage unsafe behavior
What does 'Separate the Hazard' mean?
Dealing with one hazard at a time
Ignoring all hazards
Combining multiple hazards together
Taking no action when hazards are present
What does 'Compromise Space' mean?
When hazards cannot be avoided, give as much space to the greater hazard
Always stop your vehicle when you see a hazard
Ignore minor hazards and focus only on the road ahead
Compromise your speed to match the flow of traffic
To place more distance (to the left or right) between your vehicle and a single hazard is an example of:
Minimize
Separate
Compromise
Minimize is to divert, slightly move to change lane position (LP1, LP2, etc.) within your lane to increase the distance between your vehicle and a ________.
hazard
mirror
passenger
signal
Separate is to increase or decrease speed to avoid a ________.
hazard(s)
traffic light
destination
speed limit
Compromise is to stop or nearly stop and/or change lane position to avoid a collision when you cannot minimize or separate. This is an action of ________.
last resort
first response
routine check
planned maneuver
Moving to the right when going uphill is an example of:
Minimize
Separate
Compromise
An 18-wheeler is approaching. You should...
Minimize
Separate
Compromise
A pedestrian walking a dog on the right and a motorcycle is approaching. You should...
Minimize
Separate
Compromise
A bicyclist on the right sees you. You should...
Minimize
Separate
Compromise
Vehicles approaching on a two-lane highway, and the vehicle behind you pulls out to pass you. You should...
Minimize
Separate
Compromise
Obeying a stop sign is an example of:
Minimize
Separate
Compromise
