Road signsQuestion 118 of 318

Which behaviour of a pedestrian shows that the pedestrian wants to cross?

  1. The pedestrian looks you in the eye
  2. The pedestrian walks away along the sidewalk
  3. The pedestrian looks at a phone and walks on
  4. The pedestrian turns away from the crosswalk
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Correct answer: The pedestrian looks you in the eye

A pedestrian can show the wish to cross by walking toward the crosswalk, waiting, making eye contact or using a hand sign. Be ready to stop.

Source: Driver's Handbook, 2nd edition (SAAQ, 2018), Chapter 3, Road Signs and Traffic Signals > Identification and meaning of road signs and traffic signals > Regulatory signs, page 137

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026