Safety Quiz

True or False

1. In Nova Scotia, pedestrians always have the right of way.
2. Crosswalks exist at every intersection, whether or not they are marked by paint.
3. Pedestrians should always give drivers enough space and time to stop safely.
4. Drivers must yield to all pedestrians when turning right or left on a green light.
5. A flashing 'Don't Walk' symbol indicates you should be out of the crosswalk.

Answers:

1. False! Pedestrians crossing the roadway at any point other than within a crosswalk must yield the right of way to the vehicles upon the roadway.
2. True!
3. True!
4. True!
5. False! The flashing hand is part of your crossing time. It indicates the crossing time will soon end. If you are in the crosswalk when the flashing begins, continue crossing. Do not enter the crosswalk during this phase.

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