Navigating Expressways and Highway Safety Quiz

Test your highway safety knowledge with these 18 questions covering expressway navigation, hydroplaning, lane etiquette, and more.

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What is the maximum speed limit typically observed on expressways in most countries?

60 mph (96 km/h)

70 mph (112 km/h)

80 mph (128 km/h)

90 mph (144 km/h)

What does the term 'tailgating' refer to in highway safety?

Driving too close to the vehicle in front

Overtaking on the shoulder

Using high beams at night

Driving in the middle lane

What does the 'Three-Second Rule' advise drivers to do?

Maintain a three-second following distance behind the vehicle in front

Honk the horn three times before overtaking

Come to a complete stop for three seconds at stop signs

Drive at a maximum speed of three miles per hour in residential areas

What does the term 'blind spot' refer to in highway safety?

A section of the road with poor visibility

An area around a vehicle that cannot be directly observed by the driver

A spot where traffic signals are not visible

A location where GPS signals are weak

What should you do if you miss your highway exit?

Stop and reverse on the highway

Continue driving until the next exit and turn around

Cut across multiple lanes to make a U-turn

Park on the shoulder and wait for assistance

What does 'HOV' stand for in highway terminology?

High Occupancy Vehicle

Highway Overlay Vehicle

Heavy Operational Vehicle

Highway Observation Vehicle

What is the purpose of rumble strips often found on the sides of highways?

To alert drowsy or inattentive drivers through vibration and sound

To increase fuel efficiency

To enhance grip during rain

To prevent tire blowouts

Which of the following factors contributes significantly to hydroplaning on highways?

High tire pressure

Low tire tread depth

Decreased engine power

Increased vehicle weight

What is the purpose of the 'Move Over' law on highways?

To encourage drivers to change lanes randomly

To require drivers to slow down or move over when passing emergency vehicles

To mandate drivers to exceed the speed limit

To permit drivers to use emergency lanes for regular travel

#10

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of accidents on expressways?

Distracted driving

Tailgating

Driving at the posted speed limit

Fatigue

#11

What is the purpose of 'buffer space' when driving on highways?

To provide extra space between vehicles for emergency maneuvers

To create a physical barrier between lanes

To slow down traffic

To create congestion and reduce speed

#12

Which of the following is NOT a recommended action when encountering heavy fog on a highway?

Using low-beam headlights

Slowing down and increasing following distance

Using high-beam headlights

Turning on hazard lights

#13

What is the 'zipper merge' technique used for when approaching a lane closure on a highway?

For drivers to merge early into the open lane

For drivers to use both lanes until the merge point, then take turns merging

For drivers to speed up and cut into the other lane

For drivers to slow down and allow others to pass first

#14

What does 'Highway Hypnosis' refer to?

An intense fear of driving on highways

A state of reduced awareness and concentration while driving long distances

Excessive speeding on highways

A sudden loss of control while driving on highways

#15

What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on a wet highway?

Apply the brakes firmly

Turn the steering wheel sharply in the opposite direction of the skid

Continue to accelerate

Steer gently in the direction you want to go

#16

In terms of highway safety, what does the acronym 'SIPDE' stand for?

Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute

Stop, Inspect, Proceed, Determine, Evaluate

Speed, Increase, Proceed, Drive, Exit

Signal, Inform, Proceed, Depart, Evaluate

#17

What should you do if your vehicle's tire blows out while driving on a highway?

Brake suddenly to stop the vehicle

Gently grip the steering wheel and steer straight

Accelerate to maintain control

Swerve sharply to the side of the road

#18

What does 'ABS' stand for in the context of vehicle safety?

Automatic Braking System

Anti-Bouncing System

Anti-Lock Braking System

Active Brake Support