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WorksheetsLet's learn how to ride the bus safely
Total questions: 87
Worksheet time: 44mins
What is one of the driver's jobs?
Gives you a ride to and from school
Learns the bus expectations
Follows the bus expectations
None of the above
What is another job of the driver?
Drives the bus safely
Follows the bus expectations
Learns the bus expectations
None of the above
What is one of your jobs as a bus rider?
Learn the bus expectations
Drive the bus safely
Give a ride to and from school
None of the above
What is another job you have as a bus rider?
Follow the bus expectations
Drive the bus safely
Give a ride to and from school
None of the above
What should you do with food, drink, and gum while on the bus? (Fill in the blank: Food, drink and gum must be ______ at all times while on the bus.)
put away
shared
eaten
thrown
What type of language should you use at all times on the bus? (Fill in the blank: Use ______ school language at all times.)
appropriate
loud
casual
slang
What should you do with your hands, feet, and belongings while on the bus? (Fill in the blank: Keep hands, feet and all ______ to yourself.)
belongings
snacks
books
hats
Where should you remain until the bus makes a complete stop at your residence? (Fill in the blank: Remain in your ______ seat until the bus makes a complete stop at your residence.)
assigned
front
back
favorite
What should you do with all items in your book bag while on the bus? (Fill in the blank: All belongings must stay in your ______ and cannot take up a seat space.)
lap
hands
under the seat
What should you do with all directions from your driver? (Fill in the blank: Follow all ______ from your driver.)
directions
suggestions
complaints
jokes
Where should you ride and enter/exit the bus? (Fill in the blank: Ride only your assigned bus and enter and exit at your ______ stop.)
assigned
favorite
nearest
random
What should you keep clear at all times on the bus? (Fill in the blank: Keep aisles and all ______ exits clear.)
emergency
window
front
side
Fill in the blank: When waiting for the bus, you should keep your ______ to yourself.
hands/feet
phone
bag
ticket
Fill in the blank: You should be on time for the bus, arriving ______ minutes early.
10
2
20
30
Fill in the blank: When waiting for the bus, you should use ______ words.
kind
rude
loud
angry
Fill in the blank: Stay away from the ______ and off the road while waiting for the bus.
curb
bus
driver
window
Fill in the blank: Stay at your ______ while waiting for the bus.
bus stop
car
house
school
Fill in the blank: Watch for the driver's ______ signals before loading the bus.
hand
eye
foot
head
Fill in the blank: Load the bus when the driver signals it's ______.
safe
full
late
empty
According to the information provided, what is the 'danger zone' around a school bus?
The area inside the bus
All the space within 10 giant steps around the bus
Only the back of the bus
Only the front of the bus
True or False: When you are in the 'danger zone', the driver can see you.
True
False
Fill in the blank: Always cross in _______ of the bus. Wait for the driver to signal.
front
back
middle
side
According to the safety instructions, should you ever enter the 'danger zone' to pick up papers, balls, or mittens?
No, you should never enter the 'danger zone' to pick up papers, balls, mittens, etc.
Yes, but only if you are quick and careful.
Yes, if you ask for permission first.
Yes, as long as you can see the object clearly.
Where are the most dangerous areas around the school bus located?
The most dangerous areas are close to the tires and right in front of the bus.
The most dangerous areas are at the back of the bus only.
The most dangerous areas are inside the bus.
The most dangerous areas are far away from the bus.
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Entering the Bus, what should you use when getting on the bus?
Use the handrail
Jump onto the bus quickly
Hold onto your backpack straps
Push others to get in first
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Entering the Bus, how many students should enter the bus at a time?
One at a time
Two at a time
Three at a time
All together
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Entering the Bus, what kind of words should you use?
Use kind words
Use loud words
Use mean words
Use confusing words
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Entering the Bus, what kind of voice should you use?
Use a quiet voice
Shout loudly
Sing a song
Talk as loudly as possible
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Entering the Bus, what type of language should you use?
Use school appropriate language
Use slang and jokes
Speak loudly and disruptively
Use inappropriate language
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Entering the Bus, what should you do after getting on the bus?
Find your seat quickly
Stand in the aisle and talk to friends
Wait at the door for instructions
Walk around the bus to greet everyone
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Entering the Bus, describe the correct safety position you should sit in.
Face forward, seat on the seat, back on the back of the seat and feet on or toward the floor.
Sit sideways with your feet on the seat.
Stand up and hold onto the seat in front of you.
Face backward with your knees on the seat.
What should you do when riding the bus?
Follow adult directions
Ignore adult directions
Talk loudly
Stand in the aisle
When riding the bus, you should keep your hands, feet, and things to ________.
yourself
the window
the driver
the aisle
Which of the following is a bus safety expectation?
Use kind words
Shout at others
Throw things
Stand on the seat
You should use a quiet voice (no screaming) when riding the bus.
True
False
What type of language should you use on the bus?
School appropriate language
Any language
Loud noises
Slang only
When sitting on the bus, you should sit down in your ________ position.
safety
favorite
random
standing
What is the correct safety position on the bus?
Face forward, seat on the seat, back on the back of the seat, and feet on or toward the floor
Stand in the aisle
Sit backwards
Lie down on the seat
You should keep the aisle ________ when riding the bus.
clear
dirty
blocked
messy
Everything should stay in your ________ when riding the bus.
book bag
desk
locker
Where should your book bag go when riding the bus?
In your lap
On the floor
In the aisle
On the seat next to you
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Exiting the Bus, what should you do after yourself when exiting the bus?
Clean up after yourself
Run to the front of the bus
Leave your belongings behind
Shout loudly while exiting
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Exiting the Bus, what kind of words should you use when exiting the bus?
Use kind words
Use loud words
Use mean words
Use confusing words
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Exiting the Bus, what type of language should you use?
Use school appropriate language
Use slang and jokes
Speak loudly and shout
Use disrespectful words
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Exiting the Bus, should you walk or run when exiting the bus?
Walk
Run
Jump
Skip
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Exiting the Bus, what should you do when leaving your seat?
Take turns leaving your seat
Run to the front of the bus
Push others out of the way
Leave your belongings behind
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Exiting the Bus, you should quickly exit the ______ zone.
danger
safe
quiet
loading
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Exiting the Bus, what should you do before crossing in front of the bus?
Look both ways and watch for the driver to signal before crossing in front of the bus
Run quickly across without looking
Wait for all other students to cross first, then go without checking traffic
Cross behind the bus instead of in front
According to the Bus Safety Expectations: Exiting the Bus, after school, where should you go directly?
Go directly where you are supposed to go (home, daycare, babysitter)
Wait by the bus until everyone leaves
Walk around the school grounds
Go to the playground first
What is one of the most common evacuation plans in case the bus becomes unsafe?
Using only the front door
Jumping out of the windows
Waiting for the driver to fix the problem
Staying seated until help arrives
What is one of the most common evacuation plans in case the bus becomes unsafe?
Using only the rear emergency door
Waiting for the driver to return before evacuating
Exiting through the windows only
Staying seated until help arrives
What is one of the most common evacuation plans in case the bus becomes unsafe?
Using both the front door and the emergency door
Waiting for the driver to call for help before moving
Exiting only through the windows
Staying seated until the bus is repaired
Fill in the blank: When evacuating through the rear exit, you should be ______ and wait for directions.
quiet
noisy
rushing
arguing
Fill in the blank: When evacuating through the rear exit, you should be alert, move quickly, and leave things on the ______.
bus
floor
seat
ground
Fill in the blank: When evacuating through the rear exit, keep your feet out of the ______ and go out seat by seat, one side then the other.
aisle
window
door
overhead bin
Fill in the blank: When evacuating through the rear exit, you should duck your ______ when going.
head
feet
hands
knees
Fill in the blank: When evacuating through the rear exit, sit down or jump holding the hands of the ______.
helpers
passengers
children
crew
Stay Safe After Evacuating: What should you do after you are off the bus?
Move away from the bus
Stay next to the bus
Get back on the bus
Sit down near the bus
Stay Safe After Evacuating: How far should you go from the bus after evacuating, and what should you do next?
Go at least 100 feet from the bus and remain there in a group until given further directions
Stay right next to the bus
Walk home immediately
Go to a random location
What is important to REMEMBER? Fill in the blank: I must ______ the bus expectations to stay safe.
follow
ignore
change
forget
According to the 'Safe Rider Rewards!' passage, what must riders do to have a chance to be selected as Bus Leaders of the Month?
Arrive early at the bus stop
Demonstrate safe bus expectations and go above and beyond to help others and keep their bus safe
Sit in the front seat
Talk to the bus driver every day
How many bus riders are selected each month to win the Bus Leader of the Month for their bus?
One
Two
Three
Four
What are the rewards for being selected as a Bus Leader of the Month according to the 'Safe Rider Rewards!' passage?
An award certificate, a treat, and entry into the Golden Ticket Book Vending Machine quarterly drawing.
A free bus ride for a month and a school t-shirt.
A homework pass and lunch with the principal.
A gift card to a local store and a school badge.
What is the name of the ticket you are entered for a chance to win in the quarterly drawing if you are selected as a Bus Leader of the Month?
Golden Ticket
Silver Pass
Platinum Card
Bronze Badge
According to the passage, what happens if you do not follow the school bus expectations?
The driver can focus better on the road.
The driver has to take their eyes off the road to see what is happening.
The bus goes faster.
There are no consequences.
Unsafe behavior on the bus can make it hard for the driver to do their job.
True
False
Fill in the blank: If you have unsafe behavior on the bus, you may have consequences which can include not being allowed to ______ the bus.
ride
paint
fix
drive
What is the consequence for violating any of the HCS Bus Rules for the 1st time?
1-3 day bus suspension
Warning by bus driver - reteach the bus expectation & bus driver calls home
3-5 day bus suspension
5-10 day bus suspension
What is the consequence for violating any of the HCS Bus Rules for the 2nd time?
Warning by administration - reteach bus expectation and phone call home
10-20 day bus suspension
3-5 day bus suspension
Remainder of school year bus suspension
What is the consequence for violating any of the HCS Bus Rules for the 3rd time?
1-3 day bus suspension
3-5 day bus suspension
5-10 day bus suspension
10-20 day bus suspension
What is the consequence for violating any of the HCS Bus Rules for the 4th time?
1-3 day bus suspension
3-5 day bus suspension
5-10 day bus suspension
10-20 day bus suspension
What is the consequence for violating any of the HCS Bus Rules for the 5th time?
1-3 day bus suspension
3-5 day bus suspension
5-10 day bus suspension
10-20 day bus suspension
What is the consequence for violating any of the HCS Bus Rules for the 6th time?
1-3 day bus suspension
3-5 day bus suspension
5-10 day bus suspension
10-20 day bus suspension
What is the consequence for violating any of the HCS Bus Rules for the 7th time?
1-3 day bus suspension
3-5 day bus suspension
5-10 day bus suspension
Remainder of school year bus suspension
Admin reserves the right to apply different disciplinary actions depending on the circumstances.
True
False
Video Recording: Why are cameras on the bus?
To record your behavior and help everyone stay safe
To play movies
To count the number of students
To check the weather
If your behavior makes the bus unsafe for others by distracting the bus driver, what will happen?
It will be ignored
It will be recorded and your family and teachers will know
You will get a reward
The bus will stop
Cameras on the bus are there to help everyone stay safe.
True
False
What should you do with directions from your bus driver?
Follow all directions from your driver.
Ignore the directions and do what you want.
Only follow directions if you agree with them.
Ask other students before following directions.
Where should you remain until the bus makes a complete stop at your residence?
In your assigned seat.
Near the bus door.
Standing in the aisle.
Next to the driver.
What type of language should you use at all times on the bus?
Appropriate school language.
Slang and curse words.
Any language you want.
Loud and disruptive language.
What should you keep to yourself while on the bus?
Hands, feet, and all belongings.
Snacks to share with others.
Music for everyone to hear.
Stories about your day.
What must be put away at all times while on the bus?
Food, drink, and gum.
Books and pencils.
Shoes and socks.
Backpacks and jackets.
Where should all items in your book bag be kept while on the bus?
In your lap and not taking up a seat space.
On the floor in the aisle.
On the seat next to you.
Hanging out of the window.
Where should you enter and exit the bus?
At your assigned stop.
Anywhere along the route.
At the nearest intersection.
Wherever the bus stops for a break.
What should you keep clear at all times on the bus?
Aisles and all emergency exits.
The driver’s seat only.
The windows only.
The roof hatch only.
By following the Bus Expectations, you will be a Safe Bus Rider! Whose job is it to be safe on the bus?
The bus driver's job
Your job
The teacher's job
Nobody's job
