Drive Vehicle Safe Academy
50 Random Question Just For Testing
Question - 50 / 1
At an incident, someone is unconscious and you want to help. What would be the first thing to check?
Whether their vehicle is insured
Whether their airway is open
Whether they're comfortable
Whether they have any allergies
Question - 50 / 2
Why do MOT tests include an exhaust emission test?
To recover the cost of expensive garage equipment
To help protect the environment against pollution
To discover which fuel supplier is used the most
To make sure diesel and petrol engines emit the same fumes
Question - 50 / 3
On a smart motorway, what does this sign mean?
Use the hard shoulder only
Use all the lanes, including the hard shoulder
Use any lane except the hard shoulder
Use the three right-hand lanes only
Question - 50 / 4
What might you expect to happen in this situation?
Traffic will move into the right-hand lane
Traffic speed will increase
Traffic will move into the left-hand lane
Traffic won't need to change position
Question - 50 / 5
A cycle lane, marked by a solid white line, is in operation. What does this mean for car drivers?
They may park in the lane
They may drive in the lane at any time
They may use the lane when necessary
They mustn't drive along the lane
Question - 50 / 6
You're driving in the right-hand lane of a dual carriageway. What should you do if you see a sign showing that the right-hand lane is closed 800 yards ahead?
Keep in that lane until you reach the queue
Move to the left immediately
Wait and see which lane is moving faster
Move to the left in good time
Question - 50 / 7
Which type of vehicle should you be ready to give way to as you approach this bridge?
Bicycles
Buses
Motorcycles
Cars
Question - 50 / 8
Your insurer will issue you with an insurance certificate. When must you produce this document for inspection?
When making a SORN
When buying or selling a vehicle
When a police officer asks you for it
When your vehicle is having an MOT test
Question - 50 / 9
What's the safest thing to do if you have to leave valuables in your car?
Put them in a carrier bag
Park near a school entrance
Lock them out of sight
Park near a bus stop
Question - 50 / 10
Where would you see this road marking?
At traffic lights
On road humps
Near a level crossing
At a box junction
Question - 50 / 11
How do smart motorways prevent traffic bunching?
By using minimum speed limits
By using variable speed limits
By using higher speed limits
By using advisory speed limits
Question - 50 / 12
What's the meaning of this sign?
Local speed limit applies
No waiting on the carriageway
National speed limit applies
No entry for vehicles
Question - 50 / 13
When must you stop your vehicle?
If you're involved in an incident that causes damage or injury
At a junction where there are 'give way' lines
At the end of a one-way street
Before merging onto a motorway
Question - 50 / 14
You've just passed your first practical driving test. What will you have to do if you get six penalty points on your licence in the next two years?
Retake only your theory test
Retake your theory and practical tests
Retake only your practical test
Reapply for your full licence immediately
Question - 50 / 15
Which lights should you use when you're driving in a tunnel?
Sidelights
Dipped headlights
Front spotlights
Rear fog lights
Question - 50 / 16
What can people who live or work in towns and cities do to help reduce urban pollution levels?
Drive more quickly
Over-rev in a low gear
Walk or cycle
Drive short journeys
Question - 50 / 17
What colour are the reflective studs along the left-hand edge of the motorway?
Green
Amber
Red
White
Question - 50 / 18
What does it mean when a moving vehicle is showing a flashing amber beacon?
The vehicle has broken down
The vehicle is slow moving
The vehicle belongs to a school crossing patrol
The vehicle is a doctor's car
Question - 50 / 19
You're turning right at a crossroads. An oncoming driver is also turning right. What's the advantage of turning behind the oncoming vehicle?
You'll have a clearer view of any approaching traffic
You'll use less fuel because you can stay in a higher gear
You'll have more time to turn
You'll be able to turn without stopping
Question - 50 / 20
What does this sign mean?
Low bridge ahead
Tunnel ahead
Ancient monument ahead
Traffic danger spot ahead
Question - 50 / 21
Motorcycles only
No cars
Cars only
No motorcycles
Question - 50 / 22
Which diagram shows a hazard warning line?
A
B
C
D
Question - 50 / 23
What should you do when you park at night on a road that has a 40 mph speed limit?
Park facing the traffic
Leave parking lights switched on
Leave dipped headlights switched on
Park near a street light
Question - 50 / 24
What would suggest you're driving on an icy road?
There's less transmission noise
There's less wind noise
There's less tyre noise
There's less engine noise
Question - 50 / 25
Why do motorcyclists often look round over their right shoulder just before turning right?
To listen for traffic behind them
It helps them balance as they turn
To check for traffic in their blind area
Motorcycles don't have mirrors
Question - 50 / 26
You're about to overtake a cyclist on a road that has a 30 mph speed limit. How much room should you leave them as you overtake?
At least a car's length
At least a car's width
At least 2 car widths
At least as much room as you would if you were overtaking a car
Question - 50 / 27
You're stopped at the side of the road. What must you do if you'll be waiting there for some time?
Switch off the engine
Apply the steering lock
Switch off the radio
Use your headlights
Question - 50 / 28
Why should you reduce your speed here?
A staggered junction is ahead
A low bridge is ahead
The road surface changes ahead
The road narrows ahead
Question - 50 / 29
You're in a one-way street and want to turn right. Where should you position your vehicle when there are two lanes?
In the right-hand lane
In the left-hand lane
In either lane, depending on the traffic
Just left of the centre line
Question - 50 / 30
You want to reverse into a side road. What should you do if you aren't sure that the area behind your car is clear?
Check the mirrors only
Carry on, assuming it's clear
Get out and check
Look through the rear window only
Question - 50 / 31
What's the legal minimum insurance cover you must have to drive on public roads?
Third party, fire and theft
Comprehensive
Third party only
Personal injury cover
Question - 50 / 32
Which road users are most difficult to see when you're reversing your car?
Cyclists
Children
Motorcyclists
Car drivers
Question - 50 / 33
A driver's behaviour has upset you. How can you get over this incident safely?
Stop and take a break
Shout abusive language
Gesture to them with your hand
Follow them, flashing your headlights
Question - 50 / 34
What's the main benefit of driving a four-wheel-drive vehicle?
Lower fuel consumption
Improved passenger comfort
Shorter stopping distances
Improved grip on the road
Question - 50 / 35
What can you do to help prevent tiredness on a long journey?
Eat a large meal before driving
Take regular refreshment breaks
Play loud music in the car
Complete the journey without stopping
Question - 50 / 36
What does this signal mean?
Cars must stop
Trams must stop
Both trams and cars must stop
Both trams and cars can continue
Question - 50 / 37
Which road users benefit from toucan crossings?
Car drivers and motorcvclists
Cyclists and pedestrians
Bus and lorry drivers
Tram and train drivers
Question - 50 / 38
You've stopped at a pelican crossing. What should you do if a disabled person is crossing slowly in front of you and the lights change to green?
Sound your horn
Wait for them to finish crossing
Edge forward slowly
Drive in front of them
Question - 50 / 39
What should you do when you're passing loose sheep on the road?
Pass quickly but quietly
Go very slowly
Briefly sound your horn
Herd them to the side of the road
Question - 50 / 40
When would you use the right-hand lane on a three-lane motorway?
When you're trying to save fuel
When you're overtaking
When you're turning right
When you're travelling above the speed limit
Question - 50 / 41
You need to top up your battery with distilled water. What level should you fill it to?
The top of the battery
Halfway up the battery
Just below the cell plates
Just above the cell plates
Question - 50 / 42
You're joining a motorway from a slip road. How should you deal with traffic already on the motorway?
Use the slip road to accelerate until you're moving much faster than the motorway traffic
Match your speed to traffic in the left-hand lane and filter into a safe gap
Carry on along the hard shoulder until you see a safe gap
Stop at the end of the slip road and look for a safe gap
Question - 50 / 43
What's the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on a dual carriageway?
30mph
50mph
60mph
70mph
Question - 50 / 44
What should you do when you're approaching roadworks on a motorway?
Obey the speed limit
Always use the hard shoulder
Speed up to clear the area quickly
Stay very close to the vehicle in front
Question - 50 / 45
An adult casualty isn't breathing. To maintain circulation, CPR should be given. What's the correct depth to press down on their chest?
5to 6 centimetres
1to 2 centimetres
10to 15 centimetres
15to 20 centimetres
Question - 50 / 46
Why is it dangerous to travel too close to the vehicle ahead?
Your engine will overheat
Your mirrors will need adjusting
Your view of the road ahead will be restricted
Your satnav will be confused
Question - 50 / 47
What information is found on a vehicle registration document?
The registered keeper
The type of insurance cover
The service history details
The date of the MOT
Question - 50 / 48
It's very windy. What should you do if you're behind a motorcyclist who's overtaking a high-sided vehicle?
Overtake the motorcyclist immediately
Keep well back
Stay level with the motorcyclist
Keep close to the motorcyclist
Question - 50 / 49
What's the minimum depth of tread on the tyres of a trailer?
1.6mm
2.2mm
1mm
2mm
Question - 50 / 50
On a vehicle, where would you find a catalytic converter?
In the fuel tank
In the air filter
On the cooling system
On the exhaust system