Winter Driving Safety Quiz

Test your knowledge on driving safely in winter conditions with these questions covering icy roads, snow, and more.

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Which of the following is a recommended action for driving in icy conditions?

Speed up to maintain traction

Drive with your low beam headlights on

Brake suddenly if you start to slide

Increase following distance

Which of the following is NOT a recommended preparation for driving in winter conditions?

Checking tire pressure and tread depth

Keeping an emergency kit in your vehicle

Using cruise control whenever possible

Ensuring your vehicle's heater and defroster are working properly

What is the purpose of using chains on tires in snowy conditions?

To increase fuel efficiency

To make the tires look cooler

To improve traction and grip on slippery roads

To reduce the weight of the vehicle

Which of the following is a correct step for clearing snow from your vehicle before driving?

Clear only the windshield and side windows

Use your hands to brush snow off the roof

Leave snow on the headlights for extra visibility

Completely clear snow from all windows, lights, and the roof

What is the recommended action if you encounter fog while driving in winter conditions?

Turn on your high beam headlights

Use your low beam headlights and fog lights

Drive without headlights to avoid blinding other drivers

Speed up to get out of the fog as quickly as possible

What should you do if you start to skid while driving on ice?

Steer in the opposite direction of the skid

Apply brakes firmly

Accelerate to regain control

Continue steering in the same direction

What is black ice?

Ice that is colored black

Ice that forms on the underside of your car

A thin layer of transparent ice on the road surface

A type of road surface treatment to prevent ice formation

When driving in winter conditions, what should you do if you encounter a snowplow on the road?

Pass the snowplow as quickly as possible

Follow closely behind the snowplow

Drive cautiously and give the snowplow plenty of space

Honk your horn to alert the snowplow driver of your presence

What should you do if you get stuck in snow or ice?

Spin your wheels as fast as possible to free the vehicle

Rock the vehicle gently back and forth to gain traction

Abandon the vehicle and seek help immediately

Turn off the engine to conserve fuel

#10

What is the primary purpose of antifreeze in a vehicle's cooling system?

To prevent the engine from overheating

To improve fuel efficiency

To make the coolant taste better

To increase tire traction on icy roads

#11

What is the purpose of winter tires?

To make your car look nicer in the winter

To prevent snow buildup on the tires

To provide better traction and handling in cold weather conditions

To improve fuel efficiency on icy roads

#12

What action should you take if your vehicle starts to hydroplane on slushy roads?

Brake firmly to regain control

Steer sharply in the direction of the skid

Accelerate to increase traction

Gradually reduce speed by easing off the accelerator

#13

What precaution should you take before driving in snowy conditions?

Ensure your windshield wipers are worn out

Fill up your windshield washer fluid reservoir

Keep your gas tank close to empty to save weight

Turn off your headlights to conserve battery power

#14

What action should you take if your vehicle's brakes fail while driving on icy roads?

Pump the brakes quickly and repeatedly

Brace for impact and try to steer to a safe area

Shift to a lower gear to slow down

Engage the parking brake immediately

#15

What is the recommended speed reduction when driving in snow or slush compared to normal driving conditions?

10 mph (16 km/h) slower

20 mph (32 km/h) slower

30 mph (48 km/h) slower

40 mph (64 km/h) slower