When a pupil must cross in front of the bus, what is the driver’s responsibility?

• A. Stop at a safe distance, direct the pupil to walk in front of the bus where the driver can see them, and give clear crossing instructions.
• B. Allow crossing only when no cars approach.
• C. Have the pupil cross behind the bus.
• D. Cross with the pupil.

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that the driver controls the safety of how a pupil crosses in front of the bus. The driver should stop at a safe distance from the roadway, then have the pupil walk in front of the bus where the driver can see them clearly. The driver gives explicit crossing instructions and keeps eyes on the pupil as they cross, guiding them to a safe spot on the opposite side. This setup ensures the pupil is visible at all times and knows exactly where to go, reducing the risk of stepping into traffic or into unseen hazards.

Crossing behind the bus would leave the pupil out of the driver’s sight, and crossing only when no cars appear isn’t reliable or safe. Crossing with the pupil isn’t the standard practice for this scenario.