Intersections, Roundabouts, Lanes and U-Turns

Question 1

What should you do if you encounter a yield sign before an intersection?

Answer 1

decrease speed and pull to a stop before the intersection if necessary

The driver is also expected to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians or traffic already at or heading towards the intersection.

Question 2

Choose the correct option.

When you see a stop sign without a stop line before the intersection, you should

A. Enter the Crosswalk / Intersection anyway

B. Reverse up the road and take another road instead

C. Stop before the intersection and then proceed with caution

Answer 2

B. Stop before the intersection and then proceed with caution

When you see a stop sign without a stop line before the intersection, you should come to a stop at a point before the intersection that offers a good view of the traffic, and then proceed with caution.

Question 3

True or False:

Some intersections may have lone red, yellow, or green lights instead of the usual cluster of all three lights.

Answer 3

TRUE

Question 4

Choose the correct option.

What should you do if you pull up at an intersection where the traffic lights are out of service?

A. Enter the intersection anyway

B. Stop and then proceed cautiously

C. Wait for the traffic lights to get fixed

Answer 4

B. Stop and then proceed cautiously

If you pull up at an intersection where the traffic lights are out of service, come to a stop before the intersection and then cautiously proceed, keeping in mind the right-of-way rules.

Question 5

True or False:

The driver of a school bus carrying students cannot turn right at an intersection on any red light.

Answer 5

TRUE

Question 6

True or False:

You can take a U-turn across two sets of solid double yellow lines.

Answer 6

FALSE

Two sets of solid yellow lines indicate a solid wall. Under no circumstances should you drive over these lines.

Question 7

Fill in the blank.

You travel in a ________ direction in a roundabout.

Answer 7

counter-clockwise

A roundabout is an intersection where traffic travels around a central island in a counter-clockwise direction.

Question 8

Can you cross the two sets of solid double yellow lines on a multilane highway?

Answer 8

No

Do not drive on or over these lines, make a left turn or a U-turn across it, except at designated openings.

Question 9

What does the diamond marking on the road indicate?

Answer 9

reserved lane for buses and HOVs

This diamond symbol indicates the lane is reserved lanes for buses, HOV (High-Occupancy Vehicles) like car-pools, bicycles, or other special vehicles. You must not enter and use these lanes unless your vehicle complies with the occupancy or other requirements.

Question 10

When can a non-HOV vehicle use the diamond lane?

Answer 10

A non-HOV vehicle may use the diamond lane only in sections where the solid white line that separates the HOV lane from the normal lanes are replaced by broken white lines.

You would generally find these sections before an upcoming right turn at the next intersection.

Question 11

True or False:

It is illegal to drive across the edge line marked out on a motorway.

Answer 11

TRUE

You can drive across the edge line only when instructed by an authorized official, police officer, or by an official sign.

Question 12

What does an edge line marking angling to the center of the motorway signify?

Answer 12

The road is about to narrow up ahead.

Question 13

What does one broken line marking between lanes in this image signify?

Answer 13

You can change lanes and pass vehicles safely, without interfering with traffic.

Question 14

On the road shown below, at which marked location is passing prohibited?

Answer 14

Locations 1 and 2

If you happen to be on the side with the solid line, then you cannot change lanes or pass vehicles, except to take a left turn into a driveway.
If you’re on the side with a broken line, you can pass it when safe, and you will not interfere with traffic.

Question 15

What do double solid line markings on the road in this image indicate?

Answer 15

You cannot pass or change lanes except to turn left to enter a driveway or take a U-turn.

Question 16

What does a single solid line marking on the road in this image indicate?

Answer 16

You can pass vehicles or change lanes, but only if obstruction in the road or traffic conditions make it absolutely necessary to do so.

Question 17

Choose the correct option.

When can you cross the double solid line markings on the road?

A. to change lanes

B. to pass another vehicle

C. to turn left to enter a driveway

Answer 17

C. to turn left to enter a driveway

You cannot cross the double solid line to pass or change lanes. However, you may cross it to turn left to enter a driveway or take a U-turn.

Question 18

Where should you stop your vehicle at an intersection that has a crosswalk marking but no stop line?

Answer 18

before the crosswalk

Stop your vehicle before the crosswalk so that you do not block pedestrians crossing the road.

Question 19

Fill in the blanks.

Parking or standing is not allowed within _____ of a crosswalk at an intersection.

Answer 19

20 feet

Parking or standing is not allowed within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.

Question 20

True or False:

Pedestrians and skateboarders who are legally crossing an intersection always have the right-of-way.

Answer 20

TRUE

Pedestrians and skateboarders who are legally crossing the road or street at marked or unmarked crossings, like at an intersection, always have the right-of-way.

Question 21

What are blind spots?

Answer 21

Blind spots are those areas around your vehicle, that you cannot observe using the rearview and side mirrors of your vehicle.

Blind spots can sometimes hide smaller vehicles, motorcycles, and pedestrians which can cause a mishap if you aren’t careful.

Question 22

Fill in the blanks.

Tractors with long hoods can have a blind spot of _______ feet in front of the vehicle.

Answer 22

20

Tractors with long hoods can have a blind spot of approximately 20 feet in front of the vehicle.

Question 23

After you pass a large vehicle, what should you ensure before moving back into the same lane as that large vehicle?

Answer 23

Ensure that you are more than 20 feet ahead of the vehicle.

This is to avoid being in the blind spot towards the front of that large vehicle, usually caused by their long hoods.

Question 24

If two vehicles enter an intersection simultaneously, from different highways, which of the two must yield the right-of-way?

Answer 24

The driver on the left should always yield the right-of-way to the driver on the right.

Question 25

Choose the correct option.

You’re approaching an intersection, and a green light greets you, but some pedestrians are still making their way across the crosswalk. You should

A. Honk at them and get them to hurry on before you pass.

B. Speed up, dodge them, and continue on your way.

C. Stop and yield the right-of-way to them.

D. Speed up and brake right before them to give them a little scare so that they never break the rules again.

Answer 25

C. Stop and yield the right of way to them.

Question 26

Choose the correct option.

You intend to the left turn at the next intersection. You must signal your intention to turn ___________ before the turn.

A. 15 feet

B. 25 feet

C. 50 feet

D. 100 feet

Answer 26

D. 100 feet before the turn.

As per the law, you are required to signal your intention to turn using your mechanical turn signals, 100 feet before the turn.

Question 27

Choose the correct option.

As per the law, you have the right-of-way if you are

A. exiting an industrial complex.

B. exiting a roundabout.

C. entering a roundabout.

D. already in a roundabout.

Answer 27

D. already in a roundabout.

As per the law, you have the right-of-way if you are already in a roundabout.

Question 28

Choose the correct option.

The light at the next intersection is green, and you intend to take a left, but the oncoming traffic is quite heavy. You should

A. take your turn at the next intersection to be on the safer side.

B. stop in the middle of the intersection and turn left if none of the oncoming vehicles signals a turn.

C. wait at the stop line until traffic clears.

D. use your left turn signal and proceed since the light is green.

Answer 28

B. stop in the middle of the intersection and turn left if none of the oncoming vehicles signals a turn.

Question 29

True or False:

The drivers of trucks and buses tend to have lesser blind spots, unlike most car drivers, as they are seated much higher up than normal.

Answer 29

FALSE

Most trucks, buses, and tractor-trailers tend to have more blind spots due to the sheer size of the vehicles. Blind spots exist to the sides, directly behind and even in front of such vehicles.

Question 30

True or False:

Even the most perfectly adjusted side and rearview mirrors can still have blind spots that could lead to a mishap.

Answer 30

TRUE

Question 31

What does a steady red light at an intersection signify?

Answer 31

Stop.

Question 32

Fill in the blanks.

You cannot make a turn at a red light if there is a ________ sign before the intersection.

Answer 32

NO TURN ON RED

Question 33

What should you keep in mind before taking a right turn at a steady red light?

Answer 33

stop, yield the right-of-way, then proceed to take the right turn

Question 34

When can you turn left at a steady red light?

Answer 34

when you are turning from a one-way road into another one-way road

Make sure you come to a full stop and yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians before making the turn.

Question 35

Is the flashing red sign at an intersection shown in the image equivalent to a steady red light?

Answer 35

Yes.

Question 36

What does a red arrow light at an intersection signify?

Answer 36

You cannot turn in the direction of the red arrow until it blinks off and you get a green arrow or green light to proceed.

Question 37

What does a steady yellow light at an intersection signify?

Answer 37

Be prepared to stop as the light is about to turn red.

Question 38

Fill in the blank.

A ________ yellow sign before an intersection means that you need to drive cautiously through it.

Answer 38

flashing

A flashing yellow sign before an intersection means that you need to drive cautiously through it.

Question 39

What does a yellow arrow light at an intersection signify?

Answer 39

Be prepared to stop if you intended to make a turn in the direction of the yellow arrow.

Question 40

Fill in the blanks.

U-turns are illegal in the _________ districts of New York.

Answer 40

business

U-turns are illegal in the business districts of New York.

Question 41

Can you make a U-turn on a limited-access expressway?

Answer 41

No.

Never make a U-turn on a limited-access expressway, even if paths connect your side of the expressway with the other side.

Question 42

True or False:

You can make a U-turn in a school zone.

Answer 42

FALSE

It is illegal for a vehicle to make a U-turn in a school zone.

Question 43

When is a turning driver not at fault while making a U-turn?

Answer 43

A turning driver is not at fault if the other driver:

• ran a red light,
• was distracted, or
• changed lanes into the turning driver

Question 44

What does the sign indicate?

Answer 44

The sign indicates that you are approaching a roundabout.

Question 45

Are you required to yield right of way to a driver already in a roundabout?

Answer 45

Yes.