Intermediate to Advanced / Module 13 Words in Context
You can use a __________ device such as a headset or speaker phone when you are driving.
hands-free
A tree almost fell on my truck. I was lucky to avoid it. That was __________.
a near miss
A __________ is a person, usually in uniform, who helps people cross the street safely near schools.
crossing guard
The ability to use knowledge, experience, and logic to make the best decision is called __________.
good judgement
The __________ of this accident is not that serious. It happened in a parking lot and the cars were not moving fast.
nature and degree
When a street is wet or slippery, there is a higher __________.
potential for accidents
Some places __________ skateboarding. It is forbidden by law.
prohibit
Some places __________ public parking. The public cannot park here. Only authorized people can park here.
restrict
Your driving is affected by __________ caused by weather, traffic, or objects on the road.
road conditions
A __________ is part of a street near a school that has special speed limits and rules.
school zone
Please pay attention to your driving. You shouldn't __________ the road.
take your eyes off
There was __________ accidents during the week that it rained. There is usually a sudden increase of accidents in rainy weather.
a spike in
If you drive too fast where there is street construction, you could get a ticket from the police and have __________ to pay.
penalties and fines