Ch. 2 · Pedestrian Conduct

On rainy days, holding an umbrella in a way that makes it hard to see ahead is acceptable as long as the umbrella is a bright color.

[True / False · Medium]

Answer: ✕ False

Explanation

The text states, "Holding an umbrella in a way that makes it hard to see ahead is dangerous, so you should avoid it." Regardless of the umbrella's color, holding it in a way that blocks your view is itself dangerous and should be avoided. The color condition is irrelevant.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians

Momoka
Momoka
Oh, if it's a bright umbrella, drivers can spot you easily, so it should be okay to hold it however, right?
Hikari
Hikari
Actually, that's wrong. Even with a bright umbrella, if it blocks your view, it's dangerous and you shouldn't hold it that way.
Momoka
Momoka
Wait, so the color doesn't matter at all here?
Hikari
Hikari
Exactly. The real issue is whether you can see ahead safely — color's just a distraction in this question.

Source: Ch. 2 Pedestrian Conduct · Section (第６節 雨の日などに歩くとき) · １ また、前が見えにくくなるような傘の差し方は、危険ですからやめましよう。

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