Drive Vehicle Safe Academy
50 Random Question Just For Testing
Question - 50 / 1
Which sign means you have priority over oncoming vehicles?
A
B
C
D
Question - 50 / 2
Why are vehicle mirrors often slightly curved (convex)?
They give a wider field of vision
They totally cover blind spots
They make it easier to judge the speed of the traffic behind
They make the traffic behind look bigger
Question - 50 / 3
When may you drive over a pavement?
To overtake slow-moving traffic
When the pavement is very wide
If there are no pedestrians nearby
To gain access to a property
Question - 50 / 4
Are passengers allowed to ride in a caravan that's being towed?
No, not at any time
Only if a stabiliser is fitted
Only if all the seats in the towing vehicle are full
Yes, if they're over 14
Question - 50 / 5
Which sign informs you that you're coming to a 'no through road'?
Question - 50 / 6
You have to make an unexpected journey. You're carrying a five-year-old child on the back seat of your car. They're under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. How should you seat them if a correct child restraint isn't available?
Behind the passenger seat
Using an adult seat belt
Sharing a belt with an adult
Between two other children
Question - 50 / 7
You're going to turn left from a main road into a minor road. What should you do as you approach the junction?
Keep just left of the middle of the road
Keep in the middle of the road
Swing out to the right just before turning
Keep well to the left of the road
Question - 50 / 8
Where may you overtake on a one-way street?
Only on the left-hand side
Overtaking isn't allowed
Only on the right-hand side
On either the right or the left
Question - 50 / 9
What's the maximum fine for driving or riding without insurance?
Unlimited
£500
£1000
£5000
Question - 50 / 10
The driver towing the caravan wants to turn right onto the dual carriageway. What should they do?
Wait until the road is clear in both directions before turning
Turn left and find a suitable place to turn around.
Move out when an approaching driver flashes their headlights
Move partly into the central reservation and wait until it's safe to turn
Question - 50 / 11
At traffic lights, what does it mean when the amber light shows on its own?
Prepare to go
Go if the way is clear
Go if no pedestrians are crossing
Stop at the stop line
Question - 50 / 12
What safety device must be fitted to a trailer braking system?
Breakaway cable
Jockey wheel
Stabiliser
Corner steadies
Question - 50 / 13
What's the purpose of the yellow lines painted across the road?
To show a safe distance between vehicles
To keep the area clear of traffic
To make you aware of your speed
To warn you to change direction
Question - 50 / 14
When must your vehicle have valid insurance cover?
Before you can make a SORN
Before you can sell the vehicle
Before you can scrap the vehicle
Before you can tax the vehicle
Question - 50 / 15
A police car is following you. What should you do if the police officer flashes the headlights and points to the left?
Turn left at the next junction
Pull up on the left
Stop immediately
Move over to the left
Question - 50 / 16
There are no speed-limit signs on the road. How is a 30 mph limit generally indicated?
By hazard warning lines
By street lighting
By pedestrian islands
By double or single yellow lines
Question - 50 / 17
How can drinking alcohol affect your ability to drive or ride?
Your ability to judge speed will be reduced
Your confidence will be reduced
Your reactions will be faster
Your awareness of danger will be improved
Question - 50 / 18
Why is it particularly important to check your vehicle before making a long motorway journey?
You'll have to do more harsh braking on motorways
Motorway services areas don't deal with breakdowns
Continuous high speeds increase the risk of your vehicle breaking down
The road surface will wear down the tyres faster
Question - 50 / 19
Why has the bus driver positioned the bus on the left?
The bus needs extra room to get around the roundabout
In case the pedestrian wants to get on the bus
To get a better view of the roundabout
The sign on the roundabout is directing traffic to 'keep left'
Question - 50 / 20
Who is authorised to signal you to stop?
A motorcvclist
A pedestrian
A police officer
A bus driver
Question - 50 / 21
What should you do if you're driving a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow winding road?
Keep well out to stop vehicles overtaking dangerously
Wave the vehicles behind to come past you if you think they can overtake quickly
Pull in when you can, to let the vehicles behind overtake
Give a left signal when it's safe for vehicles to overtake you
Question - 50 / 22
What does this motorway sign mean?
Temporary minimum speed 50 mph
No services for 50 miles
Obstruction 50 metres (164 feet) ahead
Temporary maximum speed 50 mph
Question - 50 / 23
Where can you find reflective amber studs on a motorway?
Separating the slip road from the motorway
On the left-hand edge of the road
On the right-hand edge of the road
Separating the lanes
Question - 50 / 24
You're driving on an icy road. What distance from the car in front should you drive?
Four times the normal distance
Six times the normal distance
Ten times the normal distance
Eight times the normal distance
Question - 50 / 25
Who's responsible for paying the vehicle tax?
The driver of the vehicle
The registered keeper of the vehicle
The car dealer
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
Question - 50 / 26
You're driving in a slow-moving queue of traffic. What should you do just before changing lane?
Sound the horn and flash your lights
Give a 'slowing down' arm signal
Change down to first gear
Look for motorcyclists filtering through the traffic
Question - 50 / 27
What should you be aware of if you ve just passed this sign?
This is a single-track road
You can't stop on this road
Only one lane is in use
All traffic is going one way
Question - 50 / 28
What can you expect if you drive using rapid acceleration and heavy braking?
Reduced pollution
Increased fuel consumption
Reduced exhaust emissions
Increased road safety
Question - 50 / 29
Why should you never wave people across at pedestrian crossings?
Another vehicle may be coming
They may not be looking
It's safer for you to carry on
They may not be ready to cross
Question - 50 / 30
What should you do when you move off from behind a parked car?
Look around before moving off
Give a signal after moving off
Look around after moving off
Use the exterior mirrors only
Question - 50 / 31
You're about to overtake. What should you do when you see this sign?
Overtake the other driver as quickly as possible
Move to the right to get a better view
Switch your headlights on before overtaking
Hold back until you can see clearly ahead
Question - 50 / 32
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 / 33
You're waiting to turn right out of a minor road. It's clear to the left but a lorry is coming from the right. Why should you wait, even if you have enough time to turn?
Anything overtaking the lorry will be hidden from view
The lorry could suddenly speed up
The lorry might be slowing down
The load on the lorry might be unstable
Question - 50 / 34
What must you do if poor health affects your driving?
Inform your local police
Avoid using motorways
Always drive accompanied
Inform the licensing authority
Question - 50 / 35
What can be damaged if you turn the steering wheel when the car isn't moving?
The gearbox
The engine
The brakes
The tyres
Question - 50 / 36
Which type of sign tells you what you must not do?
Question - 50 / 37
What colour are the reflective studs between the lanes on a motorway?
Red
Green
White
Amber
Question - 50 / 38
You want to travel on the A61. Which lane should you use at the roundabout?
Only the middle lane
Either the left lane or middle lane
Either the middle lane or right lane
Only the left lane
Question - 50 / 39
Why is it bad technique to coast when you're driving downhill?
The fuel consumption will increase
The engine will overheat
The tyres will wear more quickly
The vehicle will gain speed more quickly
Question - 50 / 40
What does this sign mean?
New speed limit 20 mph
No vehicles over 30 tonnes
Minimum speed limit 30 mph
End of 20 mph zone
Question - 50 / 41
Why should you test your brakes after this hazard?
You'll be on a slippery road
Your brakes will be wet
You'll be going down a long hill
You'll have just crossed a long bridge
Question - 50 / 42
What does it mean if the signs at a bus lane show no times of operation?
The lane isn't in operation
The lane is only in operation at peak times
The lane is in operation 24 hours a day
The lane is only in operation in daylight hours
Question - 50 / 43
Two-way traffic crosses a one-way road
Traffic approaching you has priority
Two-way traffic straight ahead
Motorway contraflow system ahead
Question - 50 / 44
You're driving at night with your headlights on main beam. A vehicle is overtaking you. When should you dip your headlights?
Some time after the vehicle has passed vou
Before the vehicle starts to pass you
Only if the other driver dips their headlights
As soon as the vehicle passes you
Question - 50 / 45
What should you do to avoid fuel spillage?
Check that your tank is only three-quarters full
Check that you've used a locking filler cap
Check that your fuel gauge is working
Check that your filler cap is securely fastened
Question - 50 / 46
How should you signal if you're going straight ahead at a roundabout?
Signal right on the approach and then left to leave the roundabout
Signal left after you leave the roundabout and enter the new road
Signal right on the approach to the roundabout and keep the signal on
Signal left just after you pass the exit before the one you're going to take
Question - 50 / 47
What should you do if your vehicle has a puncture on a motorway?
Drive slowly to the next service area to get assistance
Pull up on the hard shoulder or in an emergency refuge area. Change the wheel as quickly as possible
Pull up on the hard shoulder or in an emergency refuge area and call for assistance
Switch on your hazard warning lights. Stop in your lane
Question - 50 / 48
Where would you see this road marking?
At traffic lights
On road humps
Near a level crossing
At a box junction
Question - 50 / 49
Which colour follows the green signal at a puffin crossing?
Steady red
Flashing amber
Steady amber
Flashing green
Question - 50 / 50
When may you stop on a clearway?
Never
When it's busy
In the rush hour
During daylight hours