Theory test questions 0% 10 questions A quiz on your knowledge about driving. These are not only theory test questions but general knowledge of driving. 1 / 10 When would you use the right hand lane on a motorway with three lanes? When travelling over the speed limit When you’re overtaking slower vehicles When you’re turning right ahead When travelling slower than other vehicles Incorrect Correct The lanes to the right are for overtaking on multi-lane roads. You may also need to use the right hand lanes if the lanes to the left are obstructed. 2 / 10 On a dual carriageway, which lane would you use normally? Left The one with the least traffic Centre Right Incorrect Correct The left lane is the normal lane for all traffic. The lane to the right are for overtaking. 3 / 10 When driving behind another vehicle and the road is wet, what should be the minimum distance between you and the vehicle in front of you? Two car lengths Four seconds Two seconds Four metres Incorrect. Correct. When travelling on wet roads, your stopping distance will double. Having a four second gap means the gap will increase, the faster you are travelling. To measure the distance, say “Only a fool breaks the two second rule” as the the car in front passes a point. If you reach the same point before you finish the saying, then you are too close. 4 / 10 What is the danger in following too close behind the vehicle in front of you? You will have less visibility of the road ahead Your mirrors can move out of adjustment The wind will make to more difficult to control The temperature of your engine will get too hot Incorrect Correct Travelling too close behind the vehicle in front of you will restrict your view of the road ahead and also it gives you less time to react if the vehicle slows down or stops rapidly. The distance behind the vehicle ahead should be a minimum of 2 seconds. Travelling too close is also known as ‘Tailgating’ and is the main cause of multiple car pile-ups. 5 / 10 When is the Anti-Lock Braking system most effective? (ABS) When you pump the foot brake to prevent the wheels from locking When you apply the handbrake as well to stop quicker When you are slowing down to come to a stop When you need to brake hard as in the event of an emergency Incorrect. Correct. In the event of an emergency, press hard on the brake pedal until the car has come to a stop. The ABS system releases and reapplies the brakes in a pumping action to prevent the wheel from locking. The brake pedal will vibrate and you will hear a grinding noise but this is normal. 6 / 10 Which of the following are the least likely to be affected by a crosswind? Cyclists Motorcyclists High sided vehicles Cars Incorrect Correct Motorcyclists and cyclists only have two wheels making them less stable. High sided vehicles have a lager area for the wind to effect them. 7 / 10 When driving behind another vehicle on a dry road, what should be the minimum distance between you and the vehicle in front of you? One car length Two car lengths Two seconds Two metres Incorrect. Correct. Having a two second gap means that the gap will increase when travelling at a higher speed. To measure the distance, say “Only a fool breaks the two second rule” as the the car in front passes a point. If you reach the same point before you finish the saying, then you are too close. 8 / 10 What colour are the reflective studs between the motorway and the slip road? Green Red White Amber Incorrect Correct The reflective studs between the motorway and the hard shoulder are red, however, they change to green when there’s a slip road. This helps show where the slip roads are in poor visibility and at night. 9 / 10 What should you do if you come across the scene of an accident and you are the first to arrive. Stop other motorists to help you Stop the traffic to avoid another accident Call the emergency services Remove the casualties from the vehicles for their safety Incorrect Correct Park your car and put on your hazard lights. Call 999 and let them know the situation. Don’t put yourself or anyone else in danger. 10 / 10 You have had an argument with someone and you are feeling angry. What should you do before driving your car? Take some time to calm down Turn the radio up Have an alcoholic drink Open the windows Incorrect Correct Your driving will be affected if you’re feeling angry or upset. Take a moment to calm down before driving. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte 0% Restart quiz Please let me know what you think about this quiz. Send feedback 0% 20 questions A quiz on your knowledge about driving. These are not only theory test questions but also general questions about driving. 1 / 20 What is likely to distract you the most when driving? Using a mobile phone Using the directional indicators Using the headlights Using the windscreen wipers Incorrect Correct Using a mobile device is illegal, except for emergencies. Using a mobile phone or Sat Nav can severely distract you from your driving. 2 / 20 What should you do if you need to pass some sheep on the road? Herd them off the road first Pass them quickly Pass them very slowly Sound your horn Incorrect Correct Slow down when you see animals on the road and be prepared to stop. Don’t startle the animals by revving or sounding the horn. Give them plenty of room. You may need to stop if the person in charge signals you to. 3 / 20 How should you pass horses riders? Drive pass close to them Increase your speed but give them plenty of room Pass slowly and quietly and give them plenty of room Sound your horn to let them know that you intend to pass Incorrect Correct Always pass horse riders safely, slowly and quietly. Check that it is safe to move over to give them plenty of room and don’t frighten the horse by passing too close or too fast. 4 / 20 When driving behind another vehicle and the road is wet, what should be the minimum distance between you and the vehicle in front of you? Two seconds Four seconds Two car lengths Four metres Incorrect. Correct. When travelling on wet roads, your stopping distance will double. Having a four second gap means the gap will increase, the faster you are travelling. To measure the distance, say “Only a fool breaks the two second rule” as the the car in front passes a point. If you reach the same point before you finish the saying, then you are too close. 5 / 20 Which of the following are the least likely to be affected by a crosswind? Cyclists High sided vehicles Cars Motorcyclists Incorrect Correct Motorcyclists and cyclists only have two wheels making them less stable. High sided vehicles have a lager area for the wind to effect them. 6 / 20 When is the Anti-Lock Braking system most effective? (ABS) When you pump the foot brake to prevent the wheels from locking When you need to brake hard as in the event of an emergency When you apply the handbrake as well to stop quicker When you are slowing down to come to a stop Incorrect. Correct. In the event of an emergency, press hard on the brake pedal until the car has come to a stop. The ABS system releases and reapplies the brakes in a pumping action to prevent the wheel from locking. The brake pedal will vibrate and you will hear a grinding noise but this is normal. 7 / 20 When would you use the right hand lane on a motorway with three lanes? When you’re overtaking slower vehicles When you’re turning right ahead When travelling slower than other vehicles When travelling over the speed limit Incorrect Correct The lanes to the right are for overtaking on multi-lane roads. You may also need to use the right hand lanes if the lanes to the left are obstructed. 8 / 20 When will you find amber reflective studs on a dual carriageway or motorway? Between the lanes of a dual carriageway or motorway On the left hand edge of a dual carriageway or motorway Between the motorway and a slip road On the right hand edge of a dual carriageway or motorway Incorrect Correct Amber reflective studs help you to identify the right hand edge of a dual carriageway or motorway at night or in bad visibility. 9 / 20 Why should you check your mirrors when you see a hazard ahead of you? https://robfenndrivinginstructor.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Why-should-you-check-your-mirrors-when-you-see-a-hazard-ahead-of-you..wav.mp3 To see how your actions will affect the traffic behind you To check that your passengers have their seat-belts on correctly Because you’ll need to brake suddenly Because you’ll need to accelerate suddenly Incorrect Correct Always check your mirrors when you see a hazard because you may need to slow down or stop and this will effect the traffic behind you. 10 / 20 Are passengers allowed to ride in a caravan that is being towed? Yes, if the caravan is fitted with a stabiliser No, not at any time Yes, if all the seats in the towing vehicle are full Yes, if they are over the age of fourteen Incorrect Correct No passengers are permitted to ride in a caravan that is being towed at any time. 11 / 20 On a dual carriageway, which lane would you use normally? Right Centre The one with the least traffic Left Incorrect Correct The left lane is the normal lane for all traffic. The lane to the right are for overtaking. 12 / 20 What should you do when moving off from the side of the road from behind a parked car? Check your interior and exterior mirrors before moving off Check only your exterior mirrors before you move off Signal left after you have moved off Check left and right after you have moved off Incorrect Correct Make sure that you check both your interior and exterior mirrors, and your blind spots before moving off. You can also use your signal to let other road users know that you’re moving off. 13 / 20 What should you do if you need to stop your car in the event of an emergency? Use reverse gear Use the foot brake and the handbrake together Give an arm signal Keep both hands on the steering wheel Incorrect Correct It is best to be aware of your surroundings to avoid an emergency, but if you do find yourself in an emergency situation, keep your hands on the steering so you can still control the direction you need to turn. 14 / 20 What is the difference between the centre mirror and the side mirrors? Objects in the side mirrors appear to be further away that objects in the centre mirror The centre mirror is round The centre mirror gives you a better view of your blind spots The side mirrors aren't adjustable Incorrect Correct The glass on the centre mirror is flat and on the side mirrors, it’s convex. 15 / 20 You’re driving on the motorway and you see a red X displayed on the overhead gantry above your lane. What must you do? Slow down and be prepared to stop Change to another lane Stay in your lane but stop and don't go past the red X Stay in your lane but be aware of any hazard ahead Incorrect Correct A red X over a lane on the motorway means that the lane is closed. You must move to another lane in good time and when safe to do so. Do not go past the red X in that lane. 16 / 20 You’re about to drive down a steep hill. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle? Select a higher gear and use the brakes firmly Select a low gear to avoid using the brakes Press the clutch down to avoid the engine from over-revving Select a lower gear and use the brakes carefully Incorrect Correct Using a lower gear will help to control the speed of the vehicle but some braking might still be required. As a general rule, you can use the same gear to go down the hill as you would to go up the same hill. 17 / 20 When would you increase the pressure in your tyres to more than the usual amount? When you are carrying a heavier load than normal When Your tyres are getting old When the roads are wet When the tread on the tyres is low Incorrect Correct You will find a tyre pressure guide in the vehicle handbook and also usually inside one of the door frames. Heavier loads will require an increase on your tyre pressures. 18 / 20 What colour are the reflective studs between the motorway and the slip road? Red Amber Green White Incorrect Correct The reflective studs between the motorway and the hard shoulder are red, however, they change to green when there’s a slip road. This helps show where the slip roads are in poor visibility and at night. 19 / 20 You’re driving at night and the vehicle behind you has their main beam lights on which dazzle you. What should you do? Brake sharply Switch your lights off and on repeatedly to let them know Change your mirror to the anti-dazzle position Adjust the mirror to dazzle the vehicle behind you Incorrect Correct Most vehicles have a setting on the centre mirror to change it to anti-dazzle. This darkens the mirror and reduces the dazzle but you can still see the lights behind you. On some modern cars, this is automatic. 20 / 20 You have had an argument with someone and you are feeling angry. What should you do before driving your car? Turn the radio up Open the windows Take some time to calm down Have an alcoholic drink Incorrect Correct Your driving will be affected if you’re feeling angry or upset. Take a moment to calm down before driving. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte 0% Restart quiz Please let me know what you think about this quiz. Send feedback Road Signs Road Signs Get to know your road signs. 1 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Only horses with riders allowed Horse riders must dismount Accompanied horses or ponies No horses allowed Incorrect Correct This sign means be aware of accompanied horse or pony with riders. 2 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? End of 20 mph zone Minimum speed zone Distance to new speed zone Parking zone for 20 cars Incorrect Correct This sign indicates that you are entering a zone with a 20 mph speed limit. 3 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Route to be used by pedal cycles only Beware of pedal cycles ahead Only one pedal cycle allowed No pedal cycles allowed Incorrect Correct This sign means that the route is only for pedal cycles 4 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Don't look left No left turn No right turn Turn right only Incorrect Correct This sign means you cannot turn left. Signs with red circles are mostly prohibitive. 5 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Double bend first to the left Concealed entrance on the left No U turn Slippery road Incorrect Correct This sign means that there is a double bend in the road starting with a bend to the left. If it is reversed, the the bends will start with a bend to the right. 6 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Dual carriageway National speed limit applies 100 yards to the next exit Vehicles merging from the left Incorrect Correct This sign means that the National speed limit applies to that speed zone. That means 60 mph on a single carriageway and 70 mph on a dual carriageway. 7 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Road closed in the distance shown No vehicles over the height shown No vehicles longer than the amount shown Road width restriction Incorrect Correct This sign shows the maximum vehicle height for a hazard ahead. 8 / 25 What is the meaning o this sign? Crossroads Ahead only Railway crossing Hospital Incorrect Correct This sign means that there is a cross roads ahead. 9 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? No camping No caravaning No horseboxes No towed caravans Incorrect Correct This sign means ‘No towed caravans’ Signs with red circles are mostly prohibitive. Plates below signs qualify their message. 10 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Pass on the left side only Keep left Let other vehicles pass on the left watch for vehicles approaching from the left Incorrect Correct This sign means that you must pass to the left of it. 11 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Turn around ahead Beware of vehicles turning Mini roundabout ahead Roundabout ahead Incorrect. Correct. When you see this sign, you can expect a mini roundabout ahead. 12 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Give way to emergency vehicles Give way to learner drivers Give way to traffic on the major road Give way to traffic emerging from a minor road Incorrect Correct This sign means that you need to slow down and give way to traffic on the major road. 13 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Maximum permissible weight Distance to the next town Minimum Speed Maximum speed limit Incorrect Correct This sign shows the maximum speed limit allowed. Signs with red circles are mostly prohibitive. 14 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? End of maximum speed limit Start of motorway End of minimum speed limit Sign is no longer in use Incorrect Correct This sign tells you that the minimum speed limit no long applies. 15 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Distance over which road humps extend Ford Low bridge No more humps for the distance indicated Incorrect Correct This signs means that there are humps ahead for the distance shown. 16 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? New minimum speed zone End of zone for vehicles exceeding 20 metres End of zone for heavy vehicles End of 20 mph zone Incorrect Correct This signs means you have come to the end of a 20 mph speed zone. The new speed limit is 30 mph. 17 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Stop and give way to other vehicles Stop line ahead at the distance indicated Give way to long vehicles Distance to give way line ahead Incorrect Correct This sign means there is a Give Way line ahead at the distance shown. 18 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Cutting ahead Falling or fallen rocks Loose gravel on the road Don't drive too close to the edge Incorrect Correct This sign means that there is a change of falling or fallen rocks ahead. 19 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Cycles only Cyclists must dismount No cycles Cycle route ahead Incorrect Correct This sign means there is a cycle route ahead. 20 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? No entry for vehicular traffic Hospital ahead Be aware of traffic ahead End of the road Incorrect Correct This sign means no vehicles are allowed passed this point. 21 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Turn around when possible Don't look behind you No entry ahead No U-turns Incorrect Correct This sign means ‘No U-turns’. Signs with red circles are mostly prohibitive. Plates below signs qualify their message. 22 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Turn right ahead Keep right No right turn Entrance on the right Incorrect Correct This signs means there is a right turn ahead. 23 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Weak bridge ahead in the distance shown No vehicles over maximum gross weight shown (in tonnes) Weak bridge with a maximum length Weak bridge ahead. Do not cross Incorrect Correct This sign means no vehicles over the maximum gross weight shown on the sign is allowed as there is a weak bridge ahead. 24 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? Ahead only One way traffic Entrance ahead Parking ahead Incorrect Correct This sign means ‘One way traffic’, not to be confused with the round one which means ‘Ahead only’. 25 / 25 What is the meaning of this sign? No heavy vehicles at any time No vehicles except bicycles being pushed No vehicles during the daytime No vehicles on weekends Incorrect Correct This signs means no vehicles are allowed except bicycles being pushed. 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