School Bus 1 Quiz – Brewsterstransport

Created on October 31, 2023

School Bus 1

1 / 20

What is the "golden rule" for school buses when approaching and crossing railroad tracks?

A) Stop, go, and stop

B) Stop, look, and turn on the emergency flashers

C) Stop, look, and listen

2 / 20

The convex, crossover, and flat mirrors should be viewed

A) every 10 seconds and more often in heavy traffic

B) in a logical sequence to ensure that a child or object is not in any of the danger zones

C) every 4 seconds

3 / 20

When driving a school bus in high winds, you should

A) keep a strong grip on the steering wheel and try to anticipate gusts

B) tailgate a big truck so it can shield you from the wind

C) speed up to get away from the wind as quickly as possible

4 / 20

The left and right danger zones extend up to _______ from the left and right sides of the school bus.

A) 5 feet

B) 20 feet

C) 10 feet

5 / 20

When you inspect the battery and battery box during your pre-trip vehicle inspection test, make sure that

A) the battery box and cover or door are secure

B) the battery is secure, connections are tight with minimal corrosion, and cell caps are present

C) both of the above are true

6 / 20

You can change the location of a school bus stop

A) only with the written approval of the school district

B) only if all the passengers agree to the change.

C) if there is a better location nearby

7 / 20

Properly adjusted, the outside left and right side convex mirrors will let you see

A) both of the above.

B) at least one traffic lane on either side of the bus.

C) the front of the rear tires touching the ground.

8 / 20

As part of your vehicle inspection test, you will have to check _________ to be sure that it is undamaged, operating smoothly, and able to be closed securely from the inside.

A) the battery box

B) the fuel tank

C) an emergency exit

9 / 20

A passive railroad crossing

A) is a railroad crossing at which you don't have to stop.

B) doesn't have a crossbuck sign.

C) doesn't have any type of traffic control device.

10 / 20

Which of the following statements is true about students who must cross in front of the bus after exiting it?

A) When the driver signals that it is safe to proceed, the students should cross the street while remaining in the driver's view.

B) When the driver signals that it is safe to proceed, the students should run across the street to reduce their exposure to danger.

C) The driver should make a U-turn, so those students won't have to cross in front of the bus after exiting it.

11 / 20

During your pre-trip vehicle inspection test, make sure that

A) the emergency exit warning devices (if so equipped) are working.

B) the emergency exits are undamaged, operate smoothly, and close securely from the inside.

C) both of the above are true.

12 / 20

In flat mirrors you should see?

A) 200 feet behind

B) Full side of the bus and rear of bus

C) Pedestrians on the side walk on both sides of the bus

13 / 20

When is it required to stop a bus, look, listen, open the driver's side window and service door?

A) Whenever the bus is stopped to discharge students

B) Whenever the bus is stopped at a railroad crossing

C) Whenever the bus is stopped to pick up students

D) Whenever it is extremely hot outside

14 / 20

When leaving a freeway, you should begin to slow down?

A) 300 feet in advance

B) g00 feet in advance

C) 100 feet in advance

15 / 20

If a bus is being operated on a divided highway or a highway with four lanes or more which of the following describes the procedures for pick up and discharge of students?

A) No answers are correct

B) The students can be dropped off or picked up on either side of the highway

C) The students must be picked up and dropped off in the center of the road

D) The students can only be picked up or dropped off on the resident side of the road

16 / 20

The school buses stop arm is to only be operated with the:

A) Whenever the driver wants to stop traffic

B) Yellow warning and red warning lights

C) Yellow warning lights

D) Red warning lights

17 / 20

If an unruly student is threatening the safety of others how should you handle the situation?

A) Pull bus to the side of the road and firmly explain the rules and regulations to the unruly student

B) Move student to set closer to you

C) Remove student from the bus immediately

18 / 20

How far prior to a bus pick up location must the amber warning lights be turned on?

A) 300 yards

B) 300 feet

C) 400 feet

D) 200 feet

19 / 20

While looking through the interior flat mirror the driver should have a clear view of?

A) Open windows

B) Approaching traffic

C) All the students on board

20 / 20

What do the red flashing lights on an eight-light system bus signify to other drivers?

A) The school bus is stopped to pick up or discharge pupils

B) The school bus is stopped because it is broken down

C) The school bus is stopped for a red light

D) The school bus is stopped for a train crossing

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The average score is 85%

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