At the crossing, expect the unexpected
Near the crossing a pedestrian may turn back or stop suddenly. Children are unpredictable and may come out between parked cars.
Slow down and be ready to stop.
Word: Imprevisto = something you do not expect.
The exam is in Italian: key terms and trap words are kept in Italian, so you learn them.
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Near a pedestrian crossing, the driver must consider that the pedestrian, while crossing the road, may become unsure and suddenly turn back.
Near a pedestrian crossing, the driver must consider that elderly people usually cross slowly and with difficulty.
Near a pedestrian crossing, the driver must consider that the reactions of children who are crossing are unpredictable and therefore can create danger.
Near a pedestrian crossing, the driver must consider that children might step forward onto the stripes, only to suddenly turn back, for no apparent reason.
Near a pedestrian crossing, the driver must consider that the pedestrian might stop suddenly on the stripes of the pedestrian crossing.
Near a pedestrian crossing, the driver must consider that pedestrians, especially children, may suddenly emerge from between parked vehicles.
Near a pedestrian crossing, the driver must consider that vehicles parked close to the stripes block the view of pedestrians.
Near a pedestrian crossing, the driver must expect from children a quick reaction and correct behaviour.