Lesson 2 of 4
Approach Intersections and Turn Safely
Prepare early for signs, lane choice and people crossing your path.
Prepare Early
Read the intersection before arriving. Identify the control, choose the appropriate lane and adjust speed in time to observe. A rushed approach leaves less attention for people and changing signals.
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Ask for a supervised route with varied intersections. Discuss each approach after the drive.
Observe Through the Turn
Look for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles that could enter your path. Continue checking as the turn develops rather than treating an early glance as the final check.
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Have your instructor focus on your observation through left and right turns.
Recover from a Missed Direction
If you cannot make a requested turn safely and legally, continue and let the examiner or instructor give another direction. A last-second lane change creates a new problem.
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During practice, deliberately continue past a planned turn when instructed, then calmly take a legal alternative.
Check Your Understanding
- I identify the intersection control early.
- I watch for people crossing before and during a turn.
- I can continue safely after missing a direction.
Sources and Next Steps
Checked November 12, 2026. These are Roadity practice exercises, not an ICBC assessment. Follow current licence restrictions and work with an eligible supervisor where required.
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