Drive Vehicle Safe Academy
50 Random Question Just For Testing
Question - 50 / 1
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 / 2
You're on a smart motorway. What does it mean if a red cross is showing above the hard shoulder and mandatory speed limits above all other lanes?
The hard shoulder can be used as a normal running lane
The hard shoulder can be used as a rest area if you feel tired
The hard shoulder is for emergency or breakdown use only
The hard shoulder has a speed limit of 50 mph
Question - 50 / 3
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 / 4
You're invited to a pub lunch. What should you do if you know that you'll have to drive in the evening?
Avoid mixing your alcoholic drinks
Don't drink any alcohol at all
Have some milk before drinking alcohol
Eat a hot meal with your alcoholic drinks
Question - 50 / 5
How can you reduce the environmental harm caused by your motor vehicle?
Only use it for short journeys
Don't service it
Drive faster than normal
Keep engine revs low
Question - 50 / 6
There's been a collision. How can you help a driver who's suffering from shock?
Give them a drink
Reassure them confidently
Offer them a cigarette
Ask who caused the incident
Question - 50 / 7
What should you do when you're following a motorcyclist along a road that has a poor surface?
Follow closely so they can see you in their mirrors
Allow extra room in case they swerve to avoid potholes
Allow the same room as normal to avoid wasting road space
Overtake immediately to avoid delays
Question - 50 / 8
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
Question - 50 / 9
What does this sign mean?
Change to the left-hand lane
Leave at the next exit
Contraflow system
One-way street
Question - 50 / 10
How should you drive or ride in areas with traffic-calming measures?
At a reduced speed
At the speed limit
In the centre of the road
With headlights on dipped beam
Question - 50 / 11
You're in the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway. What do these overhead signs mean?
Use the hard shoulder until you've passed the hazard
Leave the motorway at the next exit
There are roadworks 50 metres (55 yards) ahead
Move to the left and reduce your speed to 50 mph
Question - 50 / 12
You're driving towards this level crossing. What would be the first warning of an approaching train?
Both half-barriers down
A steady amber light
One half-barrier down
Twin flashing red lights
Question - 50 / 13
At an incident, someone is suffering from severe burns. How could you help them?
Douse the burns with clean, cool water
Remove anything sticking to the burns
Apply lotions to the injury
Burst any blisters
Question - 50 / 14
You're travelling on a road that has road humps. What should you do when the driver in front is travelling more slowly than you?
Sound your horn
Overtake as soon as you can
Flash your headlights
Slow down and stay behind
Question - 50 / 15
What colour are the reflective studs along the left-hand edge of the motorway?
Green
Amber
Red
White
Question - 50 / 16
Traffic officers operate on motorways and some primary routes in England and Wales. What are they authorised to do?
Issue fixed penalty notices
Stop and direct anyone on a motorway
Stop and arrest drivers who break the law
Repair broken-down vehicles on the motorway
Question - 50 / 17
You're travelling on a motorway in England. When must you stop your vehicle?
When signalled to stop by a roadworks supervisor
When signalled to stop by a traffic officer
When signalled to stop by a pedestrian on the hard shoulder
When signalled to stop by a driver who has broken down
Question - 50 / 18
What's the main hazard the driver of the red car (arrowed) should be aware of?
Glare from the sun may affect the driver's vision
The black car may stop suddenly
The bus may move out into the road
Oncoming vehicles will assume the driver is turning right
Question - 50 / 19
What should you do when you're approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time?
Maintain your speed
Brake hard
Accelerate hard
Be ready to stop
Question - 50 / 20
Tourist attraction
Beware of trains
Level crossing
Beware of trams
Question - 50 / 21
What messages are given by circular traffic signs that have a blue background?
They give temporary directions during a diversion
They give directions to car parks
They give motorway information
They give mandatory instructions
Question - 50 / 22
What must you do when the amber light is flashing at a pelican crossing?
Stop and wait for the green light
Stop and wait for the red light
Give way to pedestrians waiting to cross
Give way to pedestrians already on the crossing
Question - 50 / 23
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 / 24
What's the speed limit for the car towing the caravan on this road?
40mph
70mph
50mph
60mph
Question - 50 / 25
Why is it important to make full use of the slip road as you join a motorway?
To allow you direct access to the overtaking lanes
Because there's space available to turn round if you need to
Because you can continue on the hard shoulder
To allow you to fit safely into the traffic flow in the left-hand lane
Question - 50 / 26
In order to supervise a learner driver you need to have held a full driving licence for the same category of vehicle, for at least three years. What other requirement must you meet?
To have a car with dual controls
To be at least 21 years old
To be an approved driving instructor
To hold an advanced driving certificate
Question - 50 / 27
Which shape is used for a 'give way' sign?
A
B
C
D
Question - 50 / 28
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 / 29
What's the legal minimum depth of tread for car tyres?
1mm
1.6mm
2.5mm
4mm
Question - 50 / 30
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 / 31
What's the national speed limit on a single carriageway road for cars and motorcycles?
30mph
Question - 50 / 32
At night, what does it mean if you see a pedestrian wearing reflective clothing and carrying a bright red light?
You're approaching an organised walk
You're approaching roadworks
You're approaching a traffic danger spot
You're approaching a slow-moving vehicle
Question - 50 / 33
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 / 34
How will a school crossing patrol signal you to stop?
By pointing to children waiting to cross
By giving you an arm signal
By displaying a 'stop' sign
By displaying a red light
Question - 50 / 35
You're waiting to come out of a side road. Why should you look carefully for motorcycles?
Police patrols often use motorcycles
Motorcycles are usually faster than cars
Motorcycles can easily be hidden behind obstructions
Motorcycles have right of way
Question - 50 / 36
You're driving in a built-up area that has traffic-calming measures. What should you do when you approach a road hump?
Check your mirror and slow down
Wait for any pedestrians to cross
Move across to the left-hand side of the road
Stop and check both pavements
Question - 50 / 37
You're about to overtake a slow-moving motorcyclist. Which sign would make you take special care?
Question - 50 / 38
Why are place names painted on the road surface?
To restrict the flow of traffic
To warn of oncoming traffic
To help you select the correct lane in good time
To prevent you from changing lanes
Question - 50 / 39
What's the reason for the hatched area along the centre of this road?
It separates traffic flowing in opposite directions
It marks an area to be used by overtaking motorcyclists
It's a temporary marking to warn of the roadworks
It separates the two sides of the dual carriageway
Question - 50 / 40
What should you do if you want to overtake a long, slow-moving vehicle on a busy road?
Follow it closely and keep moving out to see the road ahead
Flash your headlights for the oncoming traffic to give way
Stay behind until the driver waves you past
Keep well back so that you get a good view of the road ahead
Question - 50 / 41
You arrive at an incident. There's no danger from fire or further collisions and the emergency services have been called. What's your first priority when attending to an unconscious motorcyclist?
Check whether they're breathing normally
Check whether they have any bruising
Check whether they have any broken bones
Check whether they're bleeding
Question - 50 / 42
When may you stop on a motorway?
When you're tired and need a rest
If you have to read a map
If your mobile phone rings
In an emergency or breakdown
Question - 50 / 43
You're on a three-lane motorway. Which lane are you in if there are red reflective studs on your left and white ones to your right?
In the right-hand lane
In the left-hand lane
In the middle lane
On the hard shoulder
Question - 50 / 44
Wait at the barriers
Wait at the crossroads
Give way to trams
Give way to farm vehicles
Question - 50 / 45
You're driving on a wet road. What should you do if you have to stop your vehicle in an emergency?
Give an arm signal
Select reverse gear
Keep both hands on the steering wheel
Apply the parking brake and footbrake together
Question - 50 / 46
What should you do if the red lights start flashing as you approach a level crossing?
Go over it quickly
Go over it carefully
Stop before the barrier
Switch on your hazard warning lights
Question - 50 / 47
What should the driver of the grey car be especially aware of?
The uneven road surface
Traffic following behind
Doors opening on parked cars
Empty parking spaces
Question - 50 / 48
You're driving behind a large goods vehicle. What should you do if it signals left but steers to the right?
Slow down and let the vehicle turn
Drive on, keeping to the left
Overtake on the right of it
Hold your speed and sound your horn
Question - 50 / 49
Which sign means that the national speed limit applies?
Question - 50 / 50
You're waiting to turn right at the end of a road. What should you do if your view is obstructed by parked vehicles?
Move quickly to where you can see so you only block traffic from one direction
Stop and then move forward slowly and carefully for a clear view
Wait for a pedestrian to let you know when it's safe for you to emerge
Turn your vehicle around immediately and find another junction to use