Share the Road

Chicago Vehicle Sticker Contest2008-2009

Answer the True/False questions about road safety.

When you are riding your bike, you do not need to stop at stop signs.

FALSE: Riding predictably is key in road safety. Obey all traffic regulations

Bike riders should ride at least 4 feet away from parked cars.

TRUE: Avoid weaving through parked cars and avoid the ‘door zone.’

The ‘door zone’ is when a bike rider rides along side your car, near the door.

FALSE: the ‘door zone’ is a dangerous area where it is possible to hit a bike rider while opening a car door. Look behind you before

opening your door!

If you are over 12 years old, you are not allowed to ride your bike on the sidewalks.

TRUE: It’s against the law, dangerous and you could get a ticket!

Riding against traffic is not illegal.

FALSE: not only is it unlawful, it is dangerous! No one expects to see you and you could get hit or hit a pedestrian.

There are 4 types of bike routes in Chicago.

TRUE:

Using hand signals is outdated.

FALSE: communicating is important on the road

Using earphones while riding a bike is not safe.

TRUE: just like when you’re driving, earphones are not allowed and dangerous

Knowing bicycle rules of the road does not make you a better driver.

FALSE: Everyone needs to know how to share the road in order to keep everyone safe.

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