Rivera - Drivers Ed Word Scramble
|
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Question | Answer |
If you have brake failure, what should you do? | shift into a lower gear, pump the brake pedal fast and hard several times, if not, use the emergency brake |
If you have a tire blow out or a flat tire, what should you do? | hold steering wheel firmly and keep vehicle straight while slowing down. Do not use the brakes, just take your foot off of the pedal |
If you car runs off the pavement, what should you do? | stay on shoulder and ease up on gas pedal. After car slows down, gradually pull back onto the road. Only turn your steering wheel a 1/4 turn to gradually get back on the road. |
When should you use snow tires? | November 15 until April 1 |
How can you communicate with other drivers? | 1) horn 2) turn signals 3) flick of the headlights |
How do you prevent a collision? | be prepared, alert, and act in time |
What is tailgating? | following too closely to the car in front of you |
What is the "rule" for the following distance of a car in front of you? | one car length back (20 ft.) for EVERY 10 miles per hour of speed |
What is the Three-Seconds-Plus rule? | Find an object in front of you, once the car in front of you reaches that object, count 3 seconds. If you reach the object in less than 3 seconds, you need more distance between you and the car in front. |
How should you drive in the city? | look at least 12 seconds ahead, drive slowly, watch other cars and people |
How do you avoid a skid? | take foot off the gas pedal and turn in the direction the rear of the car is turning |
What is hydroplaning and how do you prevent it? | tires ride on wet film of water-take your foot off the gas to avoid this slow down and drive on the highest point of the road |
How do you get rid of a tailgater? | slow down and let them pass |
What should you do if you drive through a deep puddle? | pump brakes |
If you cannot avoid a collision, how can you lessen the impact? | hit something that moves such as bushes, or shrubs - not something head on that is hard |
Why are roadways very slippery when it first starts to rain? | water causes oil to rise |
How can you prevent highway hypnosis? | move eyes to different objects |
What is a space cushion? | space between your car and the other car to provide room to react |
What is the penalty for leaving a car idling for more than 3 min? | a fine |
A driver should maintain what following distance on snow covered roads? p. 84 | increase distance to 4 or more seconds 20 MPH = 2 car lengths 20 MPH = 6 car lengths in snow |
What should you do if your gas pedal sticks? | keep your eyes on the road and shift car to neutral- safely get car off roadway |
Failure to remove snow and ice from a vehicle will result in what type of penalty? | $25 - $75 |
Motorists are subject to double fines for violations committed in what areas? | safe corridors, construction & work zones, 10 mi over speed limit in 65 MPH zone |
When driving at night, a driver must be able to stop: | within the distance you can see ahead with headlights |
When driving in reverse, a motorist should look out which car window? | Back (rear) window, do not use mirrors |
If snow or ice damages a car due to failure to remove snow and ice from a vehicle will result in what type of penalty? | fine of $200 - $1000 |
Created by:
Ms Riv
Popular Miscellaneous sets