MVA Approved Curriculum: Motorcycle Road Safety Quiz

Questions and Answers

Which of these is good advice when driving on the same road with motorcycles?

Share a lane with a motorcycle

Drive as close as possible to a motorcycle

Do not share a lane with a motorcycle (correct)

Always honk at motorcyclists

According to the MVA approved curriculum, which of these is good advice when driving on the same road as a motorcycle?

Do not attempt to share a lane with a motorcycle (correct)

Drive faster than the motorcycle

Ignore motorcycles

Always ride next to a motorcycle

Which of the following are true about large trucks and buses?

They are safe to drive next to

They have no blind spots

They are always in front of smaller vehicles

Many people are killed in crashes involving large trucks or buses every year. (correct)

What are the 'No Zones'?

Areas of limited visibility around large trucks. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about driving over bridges?

There is no shoulder if your vehicle crashes or has an emergency Signup and view all the answers

When entering an expressway, what should a driver do in the acceleration lane?

Search for a gap in traffic and adjust speed to the speed of the traffic. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about speed limits on highways?

Higher speeds contribute to more deaths and more severe injuries. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a safe thing to do when driving through a tunnel?

Turn on lights and take off sunglasses Signup and view all the answers

What are speed limits through work zones?

Usually reduced for worker safety. Signup and view all the answers

If an emergency vehicle is approaching from behind, what should a driver do?

Move as close as possible to the edge of the road and allow the emergency vehicle to pass. Signup and view all the answers

A _____ can be used to enter and exit a highway.

weave lane Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Motorcycle Safety

Do not share a lane with a motorcycle to ensure safety for both vehicles.

Large Trucks and Buses

Crashes involving large trucks or buses result in numerous fatalities annually.
"No Zones" refer to areas around large trucks with limited visibility, where smaller vehicles may be hidden from the driver's sight.

Driving Situations

Bridges lack shoulders, posing risks during crashes or emergencies.
When entering an expressway, drivers should use the acceleration lane to find a gap in traffic and adjust their speed accordingly.

Speed Limit Regulations

Higher speeds on highways correlate with increased fatalities and more severe injuries.
Speed limits in work zones are typically lowered to enhance worker safety.

Tunnel Driving Precautions

When driving through a tunnel, it is important to turn on vehicle lights and remove sunglasses for better visibility.

Emergency Vehicle Protocol

When an emergency vehicle approaches from behind, drivers should pull as close to the road's edge as possible to allow passage.

Highway Access

A weave lane facilitates vehicles entering and exiting a highway efficiently.

Description

This quiz focuses on crucial safety tips for driving near motorcycles, large trucks, and buses, as outlined in the MVA approved curriculum. Test your knowledge on the best practices for sharing roads with different types of vehicles.