Driver's Ed Quiz: Traffic Light Rules & Safety

As you approach a yellow or red traffic light, your front zone?

What is the term for a light that has just turned from red?

With which of the following does one side of an intersection have a green light?

Which of the following terms means to allow others to go first?

Which of the following signs identifies an uncontrolled railroad crossing?

Your chances of collision are greater at a/an _____ than at any other point on a roadway.

When turning after a stop, your last check should be in the direction of your?

As a driver, you must always ____ to pedestrians.

What type of intersection has traffic signals or signs determining the right of way?

Complete stop as required at a stop sign or red light is referred to as:

What is the privilege of having immediate use of a certain part of a roadway?

What is the term for the distance between vehicles?

What type of intersection has no signals or signs to regulate traffic?

What is a light that has been green for a long time called?

Traffic Lights and Signals

A yellow or red traffic light signals that the front zone is closing, requiring drivers to prepare to stop.
A fresh green light indicates that the traffic light has just changed from red, allowing vehicles to proceed cautiously.
A delayed green light means only one side of the intersection has a green signal, potentially complicating traffic flow.

Right of Way and Yielding

Yielding allows other drivers or pedestrians to go first, ensuring safety and proper traffic flow.
Pedestrians have the right of way; drivers must always yield to them at crosswalks.

Intersection Types and Safety

An intersection is a high-collision area compared to other roadway points due to merging traffic.
Controlled intersections have signals or signs that determine who has the right of way; these help to organize traffic better.
Uncontrolled intersections lack signals or signs, necessitating caution from drivers approaching.

Stopping Regulations

A full stop is mandatory at stop signs and red traffic lights to ensure safety before proceeding.
The gap refers to the distance maintained between vehicles, crucial for preventing collisions.

Turning and Checkpoints

When turning after stopping at an intersection, drivers should check their intended path of travel last to ensure safety.

Road Signs

Crossbuck signs indicate uncontrolled railroad crossings, alerting drivers to approach cautiously due to potential trains.

Traffic Light Timing

A stale green light indicates that it has been green for an extended period, suggesting that it may turn yellow or red soon, requiring preparation to stop.

Test your knowledge with this flashcard quiz on Chapter 7 of your driver's education course. Review essential definitions and terms related to traffic lights and intersections to enhance your understanding of road safety.