Texas: Pedestrian rights — Part 1 Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “What does the Texas Driver Handbook instruct pedestrians to do when a sidewalk is available?” · “What does the Texas Driver Handbook recommend pedestrians do when walking at night?”
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Texas Driver Handbook" (Revised January 2026), Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS).
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Under Texas law, when may a pedestrian disregard a traffic control signal?
- When it is late at night and the road is empty
- When a pedestrian control signal directs otherwise
- When crossing with a group of people
- Never, under any circumstance
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Correct answer: When a pedestrian control signal directs otherwise
Pedestrians must obey traffic control signals unless a pedestrian control signal (such as a Walk/Don't Walk signal) directs otherwise.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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Why does the Texas Driver Handbook advise pedestrians not to cross a street between two intersections?
- It violates local business rules
- It is dangerous to cross mid-street
- It is only allowed at night
- It requires a special permit
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Correct answer: It is dangerous to cross mid-street
Do not cross the street between two intersections, because it is dangerous to cross in the middle of a street.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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What does the Texas Driver Handbook instruct pedestrians to do when a sidewalk is available?
- Walk in the street facing traffic instead
- Use the sidewalk and not walk in the street
- Use the sidewalk only after dark
- Alternate between the sidewalk and the street
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Correct answer: Use the sidewalk and not walk in the street
Pedestrians should use sidewalks when they are available and should not walk in the street.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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If there is no sidewalk, on which side of the road should a pedestrian walk, according to the Texas Driver Handbook?
- The right side, with traffic
- The left side of the road
- Either side, it does not matter
- In the center of the road
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Correct answer: The left side of the road
Without a sidewalk, pedestrians should walk on the left side of the road and step off the pavement when a car approaches.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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If a pedestrian crosses a street at a point other than within a crosswalk at an intersection, what must the pedestrian do?
- Signal to drivers with a hand wave and proceed
- Yield the right-of-way to all vehicles
- Cross only during daylight hours
- Wait for a police officer to stop traffic
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Correct answer: Yield the right-of-way to all vehicles
A pedestrian who crosses outside a crosswalk at an intersection must yield the right-of-way to all vehicles.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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If a pedestrian tunnel or overhead pedestrian crossing has been provided but a pedestrian crosses the street elsewhere, what is required?
- The pedestrian must pay a fine on the spot
- The pedestrian must yield to all vehicles
- The pedestrian must carry a flashlight
- The pedestrian must cross diagonally
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Correct answer: The pedestrian must yield to all vehicles
If a pedestrian tunnel or overhead crossing has been provided but is not used, the pedestrian must yield the right-of-way to all vehicles when crossing elsewhere.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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When crossing at a crosswalk, which side should a pedestrian keep to, if possible?
- The left side
- The right side
- The center of the crosswalk
- It does not matter
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Correct answer: The right side
When crossing at a crosswalk, pedestrians should keep right if possible.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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According to Texas law, who is permitted to carry a white cane while walking on a public street or highway?
- Any pedestrian who wants extra visibility
- Only blind, partially blind, or disabled people
- Only children under 12 years old
- Only pedestrians walking after dark
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Correct answer: Only blind, partially blind, or disabled people
Texas law reserves the white cane for blind, partially blind, or disabled individuals; others must not display a white cane on any public street or highway.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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Under Texas law, when may a person stand in the road to solicit a charitable contribution?
- Never, under any circumstances
- Only if authorized by the local road authority
- Only on weekends and public holidays
- Only if wearing a bright reflective vest
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Correct answer: Only if authorized by the local road authority
No person may stand in the road to solicit a ride, contributions, or business, except a person may solicit a charitable contribution if authorized by the local authority having jurisdiction over the road.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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Why does the Texas Driver Handbook warn pedestrians against suddenly walking or running into the street in the path of a vehicle?
- It may result in a jaywalking fine
- It may leave the driver unable to yield
- It is only dangerous on highways
- It is illegal only in school zones
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Correct answer: It may leave the driver unable to yield
Sudden actions like darting into the street may make it impossible for the vehicle operator to yield in time.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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Where should a pedestrian wait for a traffic signal to change to green or 'Walk'?
- In the middle of the crosswalk
- On the curb, not in the street
- In the nearest travel lane
- On the yellow center line
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Correct answer: On the curb, not in the street
Pedestrians should wait on the curb, not in the street, until the traffic signal changes to green or reads 'Walk.'
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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What does the Texas Driver Handbook recommend pedestrians do when walking at night?
- Wear dark clothing to avoid glare from headlights
- Wear light-colored clothing or carry a light or reflector
- Walk only on highways
- Avoid using sidewalks
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Correct answer: Wear light-colored clothing or carry a light or reflector
Pedestrians should always wear white or light-colored clothing and/or carry a light or reflector when walking at night.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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Before crossing a street or stepping out from behind parked cars, what should a pedestrian do?
- Listen for a horn only
- Look both ways
- Wait only for a green light
- Signal with a hand and cross immediately
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Correct answer: Look both ways
Pedestrians should look both ways before crossing the street and before stepping out from behind parked cars.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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According to the Texas Driver Handbook, when should a pedestrian be extra careful?
- When entering a grocery store
- When getting off a streetcar or bus
- When walking on a sidewalk
- When standing at a bus stop bench
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Correct answer: When getting off a streetcar or bus
The handbook advises pedestrians to be extra careful when getting off a streetcar or bus.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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When possible, on which side of the road should a person get in and out of cars?
- The traffic side
- The curb side
- Either side, there is no preference
- Only the driver's side
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Correct answer: The curb side
People should get in and out of cars on the curb side of the road when possible.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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Why does the Texas Driver Handbook warn against walking on a road while under the influence of alcohol?
- It is only a concern for drivers, not pedestrians
- Alcohol is a contributing factor to pedestrian traffic crashes
- It is illegal for a pedestrian to walk at all after drinking
- It permanently voids pedestrian right-of-way laws
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Correct answer: Alcohol is a contributing factor to pedestrian traffic crashes
Alcohol is a contributing factor to pedestrian traffic crashes, so pedestrians should not walk on a road while under the influence or consuming an alcoholic beverage.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61
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Local ordinances may prohibit pedestrians from crossing a road in a business district or on a designated highway, except:
- During rush hour
- In a crosswalk
- When escorted by a crossing guard
- On weekends only
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Correct answer: In a crosswalk
Local authorities may have ordinances that require pedestrians to comply with official traffic control devices and prohibit crossing in a business district or designated highway except in a crosswalk.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook (Revised January 2026), page 61