Without a sidewalk, pedestrians should walk on the side of the road facing oncoming traffic.

• A. Facing oncoming traffic
• B. With traffic
• C. Across the road
• D. In the grassy verge

Answer: (A)

When there’s no sidewalk, the safest way to walk along the road is facing the oncoming traffic. This lets you see vehicles as they approach and makes it easier for drivers to notice you, so you can react or move aside if needed. Walking with traffic means cars come up behind you and you can’t see them until it’s too late, which increases the chance of a collision. Crossing the road or staying in the grassy verge isn’t appropriate for continuing along the roadway because it takes you away from the safer, visible position and can put you in the path of other vehicles or hidden hazards. So, always walk on the side of the road where you can see the traffic coming toward you.