Driver's Ed
How old must you be to get your instruction permit?
At least 15.5 years old.
What time do most nighttime teen crashes occur?
Between 9pm and midnight
Which places are you legally allowed to drive alone between midnight and 5 a.m. while you have restrictions on your Probationary license?
Between home, school, and/or work.
When should you carry your license with you?
Every time you drive a vehicle.
T/F You don't have to present proof of U.S. Citizenship when you get your license.
False
How long is a Probationary license valid?
For 2 years from your next birthday
When are you allowed to drive alone and travel anywhere with the restrictions placed on your Probationary license?
From 5 a.m. to midnight
What do you need to do if your instruction permit expires?
Get a new form from your behind-the-wheel provider.
What is highly effective in reducing teen crashes?
Graduated licensing laws
Which is NOT a qualification necessary for a Probationary license?
Have logged 40 hours of driving experience.
How does Jesse correctly deal with the potential distraction on his second drive?
He pulls over to talk to the girl on the sidewalk
What are 3 things inspected on your vehicle before your skills test?
Headlights, brakes, and tires.
What is the most important feature to look at when choosing a car for a teen?
The latest safety features
What dangerous mistake do Jesse and his father make right when they get into the car to take a drive?
They are both upset
T/F You have to be 16 years or older to get your driver's license.
True
What was the Graduated Driver's Licensing law designed to do?
a) Allow teen drivers to have more driving experience before having no restrictions. b) Restrict teens from being on the road during late night hours when accident risk is high. c) Give beginning teen drivers a safer start to their driving career. (d)All of the above.
Which of the following situation(s) would cause your restrictions to be extended 6 months?
a) If you violate the restrictions of your Probationary license. b) If you are convicted of a moving traffic violation. c) If your license is revoked or suspended for any reason. (d) All of the above.
If you are under the age of 18, what must you do to obtain a Wisconsin Class D driver license?
a) Successfully complete an approved driver education course. b) Have an adult sponsor certify their sponsorship on your application. (c) Both a. and b. d) None of the above.
What should you do with your cell phone when you get into your car?
a) Turn it off. b) Turn it on vibrate. c) Let a friend take over your phone. (d) Any of these.
Crash rates for teens are increased:
a) a night b) with passengers in the car c) right after they get their license (d) all of the above
For each crash a teen is involved, in how many close calls are they involved in?
10
At what age are teenagers at the greatest risk for a traffic fatality?
16 years old
At what age do drivers get their license in most European countries?
18 years old
What is the youngest, under any circumstances, a person riding in the front passenger seat can be while you are driving with your instruction permit?
19 years old
How much have graduated licensing programs reduced teen crashes?
Up to 30%
