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Question - 50 / 1

What information would be shown in a triangular road sign?

Road narrows

Ahead only

Keep left

Minimum speed

Question - 50 / 2

What would you do if you see older people crossing the road ahead?

Rev the engine to let them know that you're waiting

Be patient and allow them to cross in their own time

Tap the horn in case they're hard of hearing

Wave them across so they know that you've seen them

Question - 50 / 3

What colour are the reflective studs along the left-hand edge of the motorway?

Green

Amber

Red

White

Question - 50 / 4

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 / 5

You've been involved in an argument that's made you feel angry. What should you do before starting your journey?

Open a window

Turn on your radio

Have an alcoholic drink

Calm down

Question - 50 / 6

Why should you switch your headlights on when it first starts to get dark?

So that you blend in with other drivers

To make your dials easier to see

So others can see you more easily

Because the street lights are lit

Question - 50 / 7

You're driving at night. What should you do if you're dazzled by headlights coming towards you?

Pull down your sun visor

Slow down or stop

Flash your main-beam headlights

Shade your eyes with your hand

Question - 50 / 8

What will happen to your car when you drive up a steep hill?

The high gears will pull better

The steering will feel heavier

Overtaking will be easier

The engine will work harder

Question - 50 / 9

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 / 10

What's likely to happen if you use a hands-free phone while you're driving?

It will divert your attention

It will increase your concentration

It will reduce your view

It will improve your safety

Question - 50 / 11

When will a new car need its first MOT test?

When it's one year old

When it's three years old

When it's five years old

When it's seven years old

Question - 50 / 12

You're on a motorway. A lorry has stopped in the right-hand lane. What should you do when you see this sign on the lorry?

Move into the right-hand lane

Stop behind the flashing lights

Pass the lorry on the left

Leave the motorway at the next exit

Question - 50 / 13

You're driving on a one-way street. What should you do if you realise you've taken the wrong route?

Reverse out of the road

Turn around in a side road

Continue and find another route

Reverse into a driveway

Question - 50 / 14

How can you use your vehicle's engine to control your speed?

By changing to a lower gear

By selecting reverse gear

By changing to a higher gear

By selecting neutral

Question - 50 / 15

What's the meaning of this traffic sign?

End of two-way road

Give priority to vehicles coming towards you

You have priority over vehicles coming towards You

Bus lane ahead

Question - 50 / 16

What does this arm signal mean?

The driver is slowing down

The driver intends to turn right

The driver wishes to overtake

The driver intends to turn left

Question - 50 / 17

What does this sign mean?

No trams ahead

Oncoming trams

Trams crossing ahead

Trams only

Question - 50 / 18

What helps to reduce traffic bunching on a motorway?

Lane closures

Contraflow systems

Variable speed limits

National speed limits

Question - 50 / 19

What should you do when a person herding sheep asks you to stop?

Ignore them as they have no authority

Stop and switch off your engine

Continue on but drive slowly

Try to get past quickly

Question - 50 / 20

What's the nearest you may park to a junction?

10metres (32 feet)

12metres (39 feet)

15metres (49 feet)

20metres (66 feet)

Question - 50 / 21

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 / 22

Which sign means 'no entry'?

A

B

C

D

Question - 50 / 23

What should you do if you have to make a journey in foggy conditions?

Follow other vehicles' tail lights closely

Avoid using dipped headlights

Leave plenty of time for your journey

Keep two seconds behind the vehicle ahead

Question - 50 / 24

What should you do if the vehicle starts reversing off the driveway?

Move to the opposite side of the road

Drive through as you have priority

Sound your horn and be prepared to stop

Speed up and drive through quickly

Question - 50 / 25

You're driving on a road with several lanes. What do these signs above the lanes mean?

The two right lanes are open

The two left lanes are open

Traffic in the left lanes should stop

Traffic in the right lanes should stop

Question - 50 / 26

You take some cough medicine given to you by a friend. What should you do before driving your car?

Ask your friend if taking the medicine affected their driving

Drink some strong coffee one hour before driving

Check the label to see if the medicine will affect your driving

Drive a short distance to see if the medicine is affecting your driving

Question - 50 / 27

When could the cost of your insurance be reduced?

When you're under 25 years old

When you don't wear glasses

When you pass the driving test first time

When you complete the Pass Plus scheme

Question - 50 / 28

Why should the junction on the left be kept clear?

To allow vehicles to enter and emerge

To allow the bus to reverse

To allow vehicles to make a U-turn

To allow vehicles to park

Question - 50 / 29

What can cause excessive or uneven tyre wear?

A faulty gearbox

A faulty braking system

A faulty electrical system

A faulty exhaust system

Question - 50 / 30

Which document may the police ask you to produce after you've been involved in a collision?

Your theory test certificate

Your driving licence

Your vehicle registration document

Your vehicle service record

Question - 50 / 31

You're at a junction controlled by traffic lights. When should you wait at a green light?

When pedestrians are waiting to cross

When your exit from the junction is blocked

When you think the lights may be about to change

When you intend to turn right

Question - 50 / 32

What should you do when there's an obstruction on your side of the road?

Carry on, as you have priority

Give way to oncoming traffic

Wave oncoming vehicles through

Accelerate to get past first

Question - 50 / 33

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 / 34

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 / 35

What should you do before starting a journey in foggy weather?

Have a caffeinated drink

Reduce your tyre pressures

Allow more time

Wear a hi-visibility jacket

Question - 50 / 36

You're on a road that's only wide enough for one vehicle. What should you do if a car is coming towards you?

Pull into a passing place on your right

Force the other driver to reverse

Pull into a passing place if your vehicle is wider

Pull into a passing place on your left

Question - 50 / 37

You're in a built-up area at night and the road is well lit. Why should you use dipped headlights?

So that you can see further along the road

So that you can go at a much faster speed

So that you can switch to main beam quickly

So that you can be easily seen by others

Question - 50 / 38

You plan your route before starting a journey. Why should you also plan an alternative route?

Your original route may be blocked

Your maps may have different scales

You may find you have to pay a congestion charge

You may get held up by a tractor

Question - 50 / 39

What could you do to help injured people at an incident?

Keep them on the move by walking them around

Give them something to eat

Give them a warm drink

Keep them warm and comfortable

Question - 50 / 40

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 / 41

Where would you see this sign?

On a school bus

At a 'pedestrians only' area

At a playground entrance

Near a school crossing

Question - 50 / 42

What should you do as you approach this overhead bridge?

Move out to the centre of the road before going through

Find another route; this one is only for high vehicles

Be prepared to give way to large vehicles in the middle of the road

Move across to the right-hand side before going through

Question - 50 / 43

Where would parking your vehicle cause an obstruction?

Alongside a parking meter

In front of a property entrance

On your driveway

In a marked parking space

Question - 50 / 44

What does this sign mean?

Route for trams only

Route for buses only

Parking for buses only

Parking for trams only

Question - 50 / 45

What's the main cause of skidding?

The vehicle

The driver

The road

The weather

Question - 50 / 46

When should you use your vehicle's horn?

To alert others to your presence

To allow you right of way

To greet other road users

To signal your annoyance

Question - 50 / 47

Why do motorcyclists wear bright clothing?

The colours are popular

To make them more visible

It helps keep them cool in summer

They must do so by law

Question - 50 / 48

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 / 49

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 / 50

You're approaching a crossroads. What should you do if the traffic lights have failed?

Brake and stop only for large vehicles

Brake sharply to a stop before looking

Be prepared to brake sharply to a stop

Be prepared to stop for any traffic