In the USA, driving laws differ somewhat from state to state and considerably from what you are used to. Here is a list of some important differences.
Speed Limits
Speed limits are designated in miles per hour(MPH),not kilometers. One mile equals 1.6093 kilometers. Within cities the speed limit is usually 25 mph. Major streets with two or more lines may post a higher limit of 35 mph, but you should assume a 25 mph limit unless you see a sign with a higher limit. Highways have a speed limit of 55 mph, with some interstate highways posting a higher limit of 65 mph. Fines for speeding are heavy and can result in higher insurance fees and license suspension(扣留).
Driving on the Right
Unlike the UK, some countries in Asia, in Australia, and in the United States cars drive on the right side of the road, and steering wheels(方向盘) are located on the left side of the car.
Even if you don’t drive a car, you need to be aware of this rule. Every year a few international students are hit by cars because they step off the roadsides into the path of oncoming traffic. On most streets cars will be coming from your left, not your right.
Insurance
Most states require you to maintain certain minimum levels of insurance on your car in case you are involved in an accident. The insurance covers your liability(责任) for damage to other cars and injuries caused to all the people involved in the accident. We strongly recommend getting insurance that covers more than the legal minimum. You can also get collision(碰撞) insurance to cover the cost of fixing your car and theft insurance in case the car is stolen, but this is only worthwhile for a new car or a model of recent years. If you don’t have car insurance, you won’t be able to register the car.
56. When driving in an American city, you’d better limit your speed within about .
A. 25 mph B.35 mph C.55 mph D.65 mph
57. If you drive beyond the speed limits, you’ll .
A. be sent into prison B. get no car insurance
C. have to pay much money D. be taken to the police station
58. We learn from the passage that international students in America .
A. always drive cars on the left B. can hardly afford to have their own cars
C. know about the rules clearly D. should pay more attention to the rules
59. Which car insurance should you get in order to save your money to repair your car?
A. Liability insurance. B. Theft insurance.
C. Collision insurance. D. Injury insurance.