A driver loses control of their emotions and attempt to harm another driver. This is called:

• A. Road courtesy
• B. Road anxiety
• C. Improper driving
• D. Road rage

Answer: (D)

The main idea being tested is road rage—the intense anger that can surface while driving and lead to aggressive actions toward other people on the road. When a driver loses control of their emotions and attempts to harm another driver, that’s road rage. It’s different from road courtesy, which means being polite and cooperative on the road; road anxiety, which is fear or worry about driving; and improper driving, which covers unsafe behaviors that aren’t necessarily driven by anger. Road rage specifically centers on uncontrolled anger and the urge to threaten or harm others behind the wheel. If you notice signs of road rage, stay calm, give space, don’t engage, and pull over or seek a safe place if needed.