III. Answer the questions.

II. Read the text and memorize the following vocabulary.

сrashworthiness, n.–стойкость конструкции к ударным нагрузкам

imminent, adj. –неминуемый

deceleration, n.–торможение

cushion the impact, v. –смягчать удар

pedestrian, n.–пешеход

Crashworthy systems and devices prevent or reduce the severity of injuries when a crash is imminent or actually happening.

- Seatbelts prevent occupants being ejected from the vehicle.

- Airbags inflate to cushion the impact of a vehicle occupant with various parts of the vehicle's interior.

- Pedestrian protection systems.

- Crash avoidance systems and devices help the driver to avoid a collision. This category includes:

- The vehicle's headlamps, reflectors, and other lights and signals.

- The vehicle's mirrors.

- The vehicle's brakes, steering, and suspension systems.

1. What is automobile safety?

2. What is the term "passive safety" used to refer to?

3. What is the term "passive safety" used to refer to?

4. What do systems and devices prevent?

5. What systems and devices help the driver to avoid a collision?