Sharing the Road Quiz

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Test interactions with vulnerable and large road users.

Multiple Choice

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Primary reason to expand gap behind a large truck:

Longer stopping distance & vision obstruction

Better drafting for fuel savings

To read bumper stickers clearly

Required only at night

Safety space for reaction.

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Passing a cyclist safely requires:

Adequate lateral clearance (verify numeric)

Honking for entire pass

Passing only in curves

Riding the shoulder

Space prevents squeeze hazards.

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Red flashing lights & extended bus stop arm mean:

Stop until lights cease (check divided highway rule)

Proceed cautiously

Pass quickly

Yield only to oncoming traffic

Protects boarding students.

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Lingering along a truck's side is risky because of:

Blind spot size

Tire heat

Mirror glare

Horn volume

You may be unseen.

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Emergency vehicle approaching from behind—best initial action:

Signal, move right, stop when safe

Accelerate away

Maintain speed & lane

Stop immediately in lane

Clears path quickly.

True / False

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Yellow bus lights = imminent stop.

True

False

Prepare to stop.

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Motorcycles require less following distance due to size.

False

True

They can stop quickly; maintain gap.

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Door zone is hazard for cyclists near parked cars.

True

False

Opening doors can intrude.

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Move Over laws may require speed reduction or lane change.

True

False

Protects workers/emergency responders.

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Remaining in truck blind spot is acceptable if signaling.

False

True

Exit blind spot promptly.

Scenario / Think & Reveal

1. Opposite side of divided highway bus with red lights. Stop?

Likely exempt if physical median present—verify state rule; on undivided road you must stop.

2. Cyclist signals left, traffic moderate. Your action?

Allow lane change, slow slightly, avoid overtaking during maneuver.

3. Motorcycle ahead with constant turn signal. Interpretation?

Do not assume turn; maintain gap until movement confirms.

4. Large truck begins wide right turn from left lane. Response?

Do not squeeze right; yield space until turn completes.

5. Emergency vehicle in multi-lane congestion behind you. Strategy?

Coordinate gradual lane shift right with surrounding drivers; avoid abrupt stop mid-lane.

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Reinforce clearance and bus protocols where missed.