Texas Driver's Ed Quiz: Teach Safe Street Rules

Questions and Answers

What do you do in case of a blow-out?

Steer firmly, take your foot off the gas and brake cautiously.

A flashing red traffic light means:

Stop, look and yield before proceeding.

At 20 miles per hour, the reaction distance is:

44 feet.

The maximum fine for a person age 21 or older who is driving and drinking alcohol is:

$500 Signup and view all the answers

When turning left from a three lane, one way street, you should turn from the:

Left lane Signup and view all the answers

A solid yellow line on your side of the center stripe means:

Do Not Pass Signup and view all the answers

When parking near a corner, you may park your vehicle no closer than:

20 feet from a crosswalk Signup and view all the answers

If you are being passed, you should:

Keep in your lane Signup and view all the answers

You must always stop when:

A traffic officer tells you to. Signup and view all the answers

When you hear a siren coming, you should:

Yield to the emergency vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

If you are teaching a beginner to drive, you must:

Be a licensed driver age 21 years or older. Signup and view all the answers

You must give a signal either by hand and arm or by signal device:

Anytime you change lanes. Signup and view all the answers

If a child ran into the road 60-65 feet ahead of your vehicle, what is the highest speed from which you could stop before hitting him?

20 mph Signup and view all the answers

The headlights must be turned on:

30 minutes after sunset. Signup and view all the answers

A vehicle should never be parked closer to a fire plug than:

15 feet. Signup and view all the answers

A flashing yellow signal light means:

Always slow down. Signup and view all the answers

When you are taking medicine prescribed for you by a doctor you should:

Ask your doctor if it is safe to drive. Signup and view all the answers

You may lawfully allow an object to extend beyond the left side of your vehicle:

3 inches. Signup and view all the answers

Vehicle skids are most likely to be caused by:

Driving too fast on slippery roads. Signup and view all the answers

If you are involved in an injury accident in the city, you must notify:

The local police. Signup and view all the answers

The maximum daytime speed limit for passenger cars on a numbered highway is:

70 mph Signup and view all the answers

At night, a driver should dim his headlights when an oncoming car comes within:

500 feet. Signup and view all the answers

Child passenger safety seats are required for all children under the age of:

5 years old; or under 36 inches (no matter what age). Signup and view all the answers

When making a long trip you should stop for a rest:

Every 2 hours or 100 miles. Signup and view all the answers

A posted speed limit of 55 mph means:

You may drive 55 mph only under favorable conditions. Signup and view all the answers

If you run off the pavement you should:

Steer straight ahead, slow down and gradually return to the pavement. Signup and view all the answers

Your driver's license will automatically be suspended for:

Possessing a fake driver's license. Signup and view all the answers

Alcohol affects a driver by:

Slowing down reaction, impairing perception, interfering with concentration, dulling judgement, and causing unstable emotions. Signup and view all the answers

If a driver (age 21 or older) runs over and kills someone while under the influence of alcohol, the driver may be charged with:

Intoxication Manslaughter. Signup and view all the answers

When a vehicle in front of you stops to let a pedestrian pass in front of it, you should:

Stay in line and wait until the vehicle ahead proceeds. Signup and view all the answers

If your driver's license is suspended you may drive only:

If you get an essential needs license. Signup and view all the answers

Why should you drive slower at night?

The distance you can see ahead is less. Signup and view all the answers

Even if you are not intoxicated and you are under the age of 21, if you have any detectable amount of alcohol in your system while operating a motor vehicle, you may be charged with:

Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol by a minor (DUIA). Signup and view all the answers

When approaching a green traffic light, you should:

Look both ways as you go ahead carefully. Signup and view all the answers

The lights on your vehicle must be turned on any time day or night when persons and vehicles cannot clearly be seen for:

1000 Feet. Signup and view all the answers

The maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a valid driver's license is:

$200. Signup and view all the answers

When parking parallel it is best to leave the curb side wheels:

6-18 inches from the curb. Signup and view all the answers

Not including thinking and reaction distance, at 20 miles per hour, lawful brakes must stop a car within:

25 feet. Signup and view all the answers

A green arrow showing with a red traffic light means:

You may go ahead carefully in the direction of the arrow. Signup and view all the answers

Drivers become subject to the liability insurance law when accident damages reach:

$1000 to property of one person. Signup and view all the answers

When possible, pedestrians should walk:

On a sidewalk. Signup and view all the answers

It is a violation of state law for pedestrians to:

Stand in the road for purpose of soliciting a ride. Signup and view all the answers

When meeting a school bus which has stopped to load or unload children, you must:

Stop and wait until the bus has started to move or you are signaled by the driver. Signup and view all the answers

When entering a street from a private driveway or alley you must:

Yield to vehicles and pedestrians. Signup and view all the answers

Stopping a vehicle with good brakes from 20 mph under good conditions requires:

63 feet including thinking distance. Signup and view all the answers

If you have an accident in which someone is injured you should:

Carefully help anyone injured and send for skilled help as soon as possible. Signup and view all the answers

A person who has been drinking alcoholic beverages will usually:

Have impaired judgement and coordination. Signup and view all the answers

If you damage an unattended vehicle you must:

Locate the owner or leave a signed note on the vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

On a multiple lane highway, slow drivers should drive:

In the right hand lane. Signup and view all the answers

If you get drowsy it is best to:

Stop, get out and walk around. Signup and view all the answers

When driving behind another vehicle, how much driving time should you maintain between yourself and the car ahead?

2 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

Mariquana use will:

Adversely affect your driving. Signup and view all the answers

Your driver's license may be suspended for causing:

One serious accident. Signup and view all the answers

A minor's (if under the age of 17) driver's license may be suspended for a first offence of driving under the influence of alcohol by a minor for:

Up to 12 months. Signup and view all the answers

As a driver (age 21 or older), if you refuse a test to determine the amount of alcohol in your body:

Your license may be suspended. Signup and view all the answers

Heavy amphetamine use:

Makes the driver less coordinated and more likely to have a collision. Signup and view all the answers

When turning, you should signal at least:

100 feet before turning. Signup and view all the answers

If a minor (a person under the age of 21) refuses to provide a breath or blood specimen to a police officer, the minor's license will be suspended for:

120 days. Signup and view all the answers

If you must walk on the highway, you should:

Walk on the left side approaching traffic. Signup and view all the answers

Including reaction time, the stopping distance at 20 mph is:

63 feet. Signup and view all the answers

A person's license will automatically be suspended if convicted of:

Possessing a fake driver's license. Signup and view all the answers

A driver waiting to make a left turn when the light turns green should:

Turn only when there is no danger from oncoming traffic. Signup and view all the answers

If you are driving at the speed limit and another car starts to pass, you should:

Slow down and allow him to pass. Signup and view all the answers

If blinded by an approaching motor vehicle at night, it is best to:

Slow down and avoid looking directly into the lights of the approaching vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

To avoid accidents, a defensive driver should:

Stay alert and look for trouble spots. Signup and view all the answers

When approaching an intersection, bridge or railroad crossing, you should never drive on the left side of the roadway within:

100 feet. Signup and view all the answers

The maximum fine for a first non-driving alcohol-related offense of possession of consumption of alcohol by a minor is:

$500. Signup and view all the answers

Your driver's license may be suspended for:

Habitual reckless driving. Signup and view all the answers

After passing another vehicle, it is safe to return to your lane after:

Waiting until you can see the other vehicle in your rearview mirror. Signup and view all the answers

When driving in fog, you can see better by:

Using lower headlight beams. Signup and view all the answers

In a passenger car or truck, who needs to be buckled in?

Everyone!!! Signup and view all the answers

Under favorable circumstances, including reaction time, a motor vehicle going 50 can be stopped within:

About 229 feet. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first thing that should be done when a motor vehicle starts to skid?

Take your foot off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid. Signup and view all the answers

When choosing your driving speed, the most important things to consider are:

The weather, traffic, road, car, and driver conditions. Signup and view all the answers

As you near an intersection, you discover you are in the wrong lane to make your turn. You should:

Drive on until you can get into the proper lane, then turn at another intersection and circle back to your intended turn. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Blow-Out Procedure

In case of a blow-out, steer firmly and gently lift your foot off the gas; brake cautiously.

Traffic Signals

A flashing red traffic light requires you to stop, look, and yield before proceeding.
A flashing yellow light signals to always slow down.

Speed and Distance

Reaction distance at 20 mph is 44 feet; complete stopping distance, including reaction time, is 63 feet.
A posted speed limit of 55 mph means only drive at that speed under favorable conditions.

Parking and Lane Use

Turn left from the left lane on a one-way street.
Park at least 20 feet from a crosswalk and no closer than 15 feet from a fire hydrant.
Maintain a 2-second following distance behind other vehicles.

Emergency Situations

Always stop when instructed by a traffic officer.
Yield to emergency vehicles when you hear a siren.

Child Safety and Licensing

Child safety seats are mandatory for children under 5 years old or under 36 inches.
A beginner driver must have an instructor who is a licensed driver aged 21 or older.

Alcohol and Impairment

The maximum fine for a 21+ driver drinking alcohol while driving is $500.
Alcohol significantly impairs a driver's perception, reaction time, and judgment.

Skids and Stopping

To recover from a skid, take your foot off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid.
Good brakes are required to stop a vehicle within 25 feet at 20 mph.

Traffic Laws and Penalties

License suspension occurs for possessing a fake driver's license or causing serious accidents.
Refusing a breath test can also result in license suspension.

Driving Conduct

Maintain a safe distance and wait when another vehicle stops for pedestrians.
Slow down and avoid direct eye contact with oncoming headlights at night.

Miscellaneous

It is a violation for pedestrians to stand in the road for soliciting rides.
Walk on the left side of the highway facing oncoming traffic if required to walk on the road.

Defensive Driving

Stay alert for potential hazards and trouble spots to avoid accidents.

Night Driving

Dim headlights when an oncoming vehicle is within 500 feet; headlights must be on 30 minutes after sunset.

General Safety

Everyone in a passenger vehicle must wear seat belts, regardless of age or seat position.
Always yield to pedestrians and be cautious in areas where children may be present, such as near schools or bus stops.

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