Chapter- 11 Road Safety
Q1: What is the topic of the passage?
A: The topic of the passage is “Road Safety,” which explains rules to prevent accidents on roads.
Q2: Why is road safety necessary?
A: Road safety is necessary to protect people from accidents and ensure safe movement on roads.
Q3: What is the safest place for pedestrians to walk?
A: The safest place for pedestrians to walk is the pavement.
Q4: Should we ignore traffic rules to avoid accidents?
A: No, we should never ignore traffic rules as they help prevent accidents.
Q5: What happens if we break traffic rules?
A: We may be punished if we break traffic rules.
Q6: When should we cross the road?
A: We should cross the road only when it is safe and allowed by traffic signals.
Q7: Is it correct to cross when the light is green for vehicles?
A: No, it is wrong and unsafe to cross when the light is green for vehicles.
Q8: From which side should we overtake vehicles?
A: We should overtake vehicles from the right side.
Q9: Is overtaking from the left safe?
A: No, overtaking from the left is unsafe and against rules.
Q10: How should we cross the road?
A: We should cross the road straight, not at an angle.
Q11: Why should we not cross at an angle?
A: Crossing at an angle takes more time and increases danger.
Q12: What objects on the road can cause injury?
A: Banana skins, broken glass pieces, and blades can cause injury.
Q13: Why are banana skins dangerous?
A: They are slippery and can make people fall.
Q14: What is the Highway Code?
A: The Highway Code is a set of rules for safe behavior on roads.
Q15: How should cyclists ride on the road?
A: Cyclists should ride in a single file when required.
Q16: How many people can ride side by side?
A: Not more than two people should ride side by side.
Q17: What does “two abreast” mean?
A: It means two riders riding side by side.
Q18: What should riders avoid doing on the road?
A: Riders should avoid wobbling on the road.
Q19: Why should we not wobble while riding?
A: Because it can lead to accidents.
Q20: What should we do when traffic is held up?
A: We should wait patiently and not take risks.
Q21: Should we ride between vehicles in traffic?
A: No, we should not ride between vehicles in narrow spaces.
Q22: Why is riding between vehicles dangerous?
A: It can cause accidents and injuries.
Q23: What is the correct behavior in traffic?
A: Following rules, staying alert, and being careful.
Q24: Who should follow road safety rules?
A: Everyone including pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers.
Q25: What does this passage teach us?
A: It teaches us to follow road safety rules to stay safe.
Q26: What kind of movement should riders have?
A: Riders should have steady and controlled movement.
Q27: What should we do to avoid accidents?
A: We should follow all traffic rules and stay careful.
Q28: What is the result of careless behavior on roads?
A: Careless behavior can lead to accidents and injuries.
Q29: Why should we follow the Highway Code?
A: To ensure safety and avoid accidents on the road.
Q30: What is the main idea of the passage?
A: The main idea is to follow road safety rules and avoid risky actions to stay safe.
