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Post by Dominique on Nov 21, 2006 7:27:06 GMT -5
I usually see both sets of grandparents, I used to go to mass but I don't every year now. Then at the end of the day I go see my boyfriend.
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Post by Dominique on Nov 21, 2006 7:59:21 GMT -5
How does licensing work in your country? In Aust we have L plates where a parent or driving teacher has to be in the car with you for a minimum of a year. then you get tested and if you pass you get your red p (provisional) plates, where you can drive by yourself but not over 90kms/h and with a 0 blood alcohol level at all times. You have them for a minimum of a year. Then you progress to your green ps which you have for a minimum of two years before progressing to your full license. On green ps you also need a 0 blood alcohol limit.
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Post by bookaddict on Nov 21, 2006 9:38:04 GMT -5
in Quebec you can apply for your permit at 16, and you need to drive with a parent, and can take your test after a year. Once you pass that you can get your probationary license, where you can drive by yourself but have very little points, and 0% alcohol level. After you have your probationary for 2 years, you get your full license.
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Post by Bina on Nov 21, 2006 9:54:42 GMT -5
In Germany you have to be 18 to get your license but you can start with lessons a couple of month before your birthday to have the license on your birthday Driving lessons are with certified instructors (no parents, friends or anyone) only. I don´t know how many lessons are manditory. A couple of night driving lessons and a course in the theory plus a a course in first aid are compulsory. I got my license in the Netherlands though but it´s only slightly different. You´re only allowed to start after your 18th birthday and first aid is included in the theory course and the theoretical test is a bit more difficult since each question is timed. Probation lasts about 3 years in Germany but in the Netherlands it´s 5 years and if I get 3 points in those years I´ll have to do the whole thing again. Points are given because of causing an accident with severely injured or dead, going more than 30 km/h too fast or having an alcohol level of more than 0,5 promille.
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Post by czarval on Nov 22, 2006 16:24:46 GMT -5
In Alberta, you can get a beginner's license at 14, then there are various steps between there, until you get your full license at 18.
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Post by Kristie on Nov 24, 2006 15:15:04 GMT -5
why is america so loose about the license thing? we barely have to do anything to get our license and there aren't like any steps to it at all
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Post by Kristie on Nov 24, 2006 15:18:27 GMT -5
and how does the autobahn work? is there no speed limit whatsoever? nick would definitely be all for the autobahn...
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Post by Bina on Nov 24, 2006 15:42:27 GMT -5
Well there is no limit in theory but if there´s an accident and you drove more than 130 km/h you are partly held responsible even if another driver caused it. Usually there are signs to limit speed and even if not there are always other drivers and pushing them is really pricey and can get you points. I never go more than 160 km/h, it doesn´t feel safe. But yes, there are always idiots who try to fly. In the Netherlands speed limit is 120 km/h, they´re really strict with these things.
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Post by Kristie on Nov 24, 2006 16:05:48 GMT -5
well, whenever i drive on the country roads my average is about 75-80 mph (75 mph is about 120km/h i believe) nick likes to go a lot faster than that, but i usually just drive what feels safe for me. nothing more...
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Post by Bina on Nov 25, 2006 13:11:22 GMT -5
That´s what I do but I really don´t know any guy who doesn´t like to drive too fast. So I mostly end up driving since I´m a nervous passenger, I guess it´s a control issue
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Post by Kristie on Nov 25, 2006 13:28:36 GMT -5
i am a nervous driver lol so i love it when nick drives. i feel much safer riding. even if he drives really fast. but i trust him and he doesn't do stupid stuff, when i'm with him, because he knows it would freak me out
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Post by Isa on Nov 27, 2006 15:46:04 GMT -5
What about getting a passport? In Canada, it's a very long and quite expensive process. You need to get your picture taken at a special place (and you can't smile on that pic), then the pic has to be authentified by a professional (doctor, lawyer, dentist) who's known you for at least 2 years, and you also need a proof of citizenship (no copies allowed). When you add up the costs for the picture, passport and proof, it's over 100$ !!! And your passport is only valid for 5 years.
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Post by Kristie on Nov 27, 2006 17:45:45 GMT -5
i had to get a passport when i was going to scotland for a school trip, so i got it about a year before i went because the price was practically doubling. you can use certain types of pictures i believe, but i just had mine taken there. of course you need your birth certificate and one, maybe two, other authentications of your nationality (like a driver's license). i paid about $70 for it i think, but it went up to well over $100 shortly after i got it. it doesn't take long, just a few months. everything in america is like you need your birth certificate and a driver's license and that's about it. i don't remember how valid passports are, but i think it's a pretty long time...
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Post by Bina on Nov 28, 2006 11:37:21 GMT -5
It´s pricey but not as expensive as in Canada and we are allowed to use normal passport pictures, smiling is no problem:) We get it in the city hall and need a driver´s license or another legitimation but other records are all in their computer and seem to suffice. It takes up to 3 month.
I have a question about drinking. Every time I watch Gilmore Girls I´m a bit shocked about the way the drink all night and drive anyway. Is the blood alcohol level allowed with driving so high in the US or what? I think that shouldn´t drink at all when driving.
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