Which options constitute the main processes for crossing a street?

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Crossing a street safely relies on three connected actions: align your body to the intended path, initiate the crossing when it’s safe, and maintain a straight heading as you move across. Aligning helps you enter the crosswalk squarely and head toward the far curb, reducing the chance of drifting into traffic or obstacles. Initiating the crossing means stepping off the curb or starting to move only after you’ve confirmed that vehicles and other hazards yield or that the signal indicates it’s safe. Maintaining a straight heading keeps you on a direct line across, so you don’t weave into lanes or encounter unexpected obstacles. While pre-crossing checks like scanning for traffic are important, the actual crossing is best described by these three actions in sequence. The other options mix in steps that are about preparation or less central aspects of the crossing maneuver, rather than the core actions you perform while moving through the street.