Pass the Exam easily with Premium Practice Tests | Unlock All with 7 Days Plan 
Offer Ends in 
Spanish 
English 
Zonas Escolares
- 1/20When driving through a school zone
School zones require slower speeds and extra alertness due to the presence of children and crossing guards.
If yellow lights on a school zone sign are flashing
Flashing yellow lights indicate that the school zone speed limit is active and drivers must reduce their speed.
When approaching children near schools
Children are unpredictable and can run into the street unexpectedly. Always slow down near schools.
If a school bus has red flashing lights
Red flashing lights on a bus mean children are getting on or off. You must stop until it is safe to continue.
When a school bus extends its STOP sign
The stop sign arm on a school bus is a mandatory stop signal for all nearby vehicles.
When the school bus begins moving again
Once the bus resumes motion, drivers may continue their travel cautiously.
If the school bus driver signals you to proceed
You may proceed once the bus driver signals that it is safe to do so.
If the red flashing lights on the bus turn off
If red lights are off and the stop sign is retracted, it is safe to proceed past the bus.
If the bus is on a different roadway
If the school bus is on a completely separate road, you do not need to stop.
If the bus is stopped on a controlled-access highway with no pedestrian crossing
Controlled-access highways with designated loading zones do not require traffic to stop for buses.
In residential areas where children are playing
Children in neighborhoods may chase balls or pets into the road. Drive slowly and attentively.
If a child suddenly enters the street
You must be prepared to stop quickly if a child darts into the road unexpectedly.
When entering or leaving a driveway near a sidewalk
Vehicles must yield to pedestrians on sidewalks when entering or exiting driveways.
If a crossing guard is present
Crossing guards control traffic for pedestrian safety. Always obey their instructions.
If pedestrians are crossing near a school
Children crossing near schools have the right-of-way. Yield and wait for them to cross safely.
When backing out of a driveway or parking spot
Check for children, bikes, or toys before backing your vehicle in residential areas.
In a properly marked school zone outside municipalities
Oklahoma law sets the speed limit at 25 mph in marked school zones outside municipalities.
When children are boarding or exiting a bus
Stay alert around buses with loading or unloading children and never attempt to pass.
If you see a crossing guard raise a hand-held stop sign
Crossing guards are authorized to stop traffic for children. Always stop when signaled.
If you hear children or see movement near a parked school bus
Children near a bus may be crossing. Do not proceed until the area is completely safe.