Road Signs Test School and Pedestrian Signs

Question 1

What color and shape is a standard US school zone warning sign?

Accepted Answer

Fluorescent yellow-green pentagon

Answer

School zone warning signs use a fluorescent yellow-green pentagon shape, which is unique to school and pedestrian warning signs.

Question 2

What does a 'School Zone' sign require drivers to do during posted hours?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed to the posted school zone limit and watch for children

Answer

During posted school zone hours, drivers must reduce speed to the school zone speed limit whether or not children are visible.

Question 3

A 'School Bus Stop Ahead' sign warns drivers that:

Accepted Answer

A school bus regularly stops near that location and children may be crossing

Answer

School Bus Stop Ahead signs give drivers advance warning that a school bus stop is nearby and children may unexpectedly enter the roadway.

Question 4

What does a pedestrian crossing sign (white walking figure on yellow-green background) tell drivers?

Accepted Answer

Pedestrians may be crossing the road at or near that location

Answer

Pedestrian crossing warning signs alert drivers that foot traffic frequently crosses the road in that area and to watch for walkers.

Question 5

When must you stop for a school bus with red lights flashing and stop arm extended?

Accepted Answer

On all roads unless a physical barrier or median divides the roadway

Answer

US law generally requires all traffic in both directions to stop for a flashing-red school bus unless a divided highway with a physical barrier separates the lanes.

Road Signs Test Practice Test

Road Signs Test Practice Test

Road Signs Test School and Pedestrian Signs