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ELS Ch. 3 Vocabulary
ELS Chapter 3 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| defensive driving | driving safely while watching out for others |
| depth | how deep the water is |
| earthquake | a sudden movement of the Earth below the surface |
| fire extinquisher | a small portable device used to put out fires with chemicals |
| falls | to land on the ground by accident |
| gear | equipment used in sport activities |
| heat | high temperatures |
| OSHA | a government agency that helps make rules to keep people safe at work. |
| posted speed | the speed limit |
| predicted | to foretell the future |
| rest | to relax |
| traffic rules | the laws that you must obey while driving |
| safety helmet | a special head covering worn to protect the skull |
| seat belt | a safety device used in a moving vehicle |
| shock | an electrical current passing through the body |