Alertness

Question 1

what does a circular road sign mean

Answer 1

gives orders

Question 2

what do triangle road signs tell you

Answer 2

give warnings

Question 3

what do rectangular signs mean

Answer 3

give information

Question 4

on a dual carriage way what is a central reservation

Answer 4

an area of land that separates opposing lanes of traffic

Question 5

before you make a U-turn in the road you should

Answer 5

look over your shoulder for a final check

Question 6

as you approach a bridge you should (3)

Answer 6

• slow down
• consider using your horn
• beware of pedestrians

Question 7

in which of these situations should you avoid overtaking:
just after a bend
in a one way street
on a 30 mph road 
approaching a dip in the road

Answer 7

approaching a dip in the road

Question 8

this road marking warns

arrow on ground pointing from one lane to other

Answer 8

overtaking drivers to move back left as approaching junction and do not have time to overtake

Question 9

your mobile phone rings while you are travelling you should

Answer 9

pull up in a suitable place

Question 10

why are these yellow lines painted across the road

Answer 10

to make you aware of your speed

Question 11

you are approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time you should

Answer 11

be ready to stop

Question 12

what should you do before stopping?

Answer 12

use the mirrors

Question 13

when following a large vehicle you should keep well back because this

Answer 13

allows the driver to see you in the mirrors

Question 14

when you see a hazard ahead why should you use the mirrors

Answer 14

to asses how your actions will affect following traffic

Question 15

you are waiting to turn right at the end of the road. Your view is obstructed by parked vehicles. What should you do?

Answer 15

stop and then move forward slowly and carefully for a proper view

Question 16

objects hanging from your interior mirror may (2)

Answer 16

restrict your view

distract your attention

Question 17

on a long motorway journey boredom can cause you to feel sleepy. You should (2)

Answer 17

leave the motorway and find a safe place to stop and ensure a supply of fresh air into your vehicle

Question 18

you are driving at dusk. You should switch your lights on (2)

Answer 18

even when street lights are not lit and so others can see you

Question 19

what four things are most likely to cause you to lose concentration whilst you are driving

Answer 19

using a mobile phone, talking into a microphone, tuning your car radio and looking at your map

Question 20

you should only use your mobile phone when

Answer 20

suitably parked

Question 21

you are driving on a wet road. You have to stop your vehicle in an emergency you should

Answer 21

keep both hands on the wheel

Question 22

when you are moving off from behind a parked car you should (3)

Answer 22

look round before you move off
use all mirrors on the vehicle
give signal if necessary

Question 23

you are travelling along a narrow country road. when passing the cyclist you should go

Answer 23

slowly leaving plenty of room

Question 24

your vehicle is fitted with a hand held telephone. to use the telephone you should

Answer 24

find a safe place to stop

Question 25

you lose your way on a busy road. What is the best action to tale

Answer 25

turn into a side road and stop and check a map

Question 26

windscreen pillars can obstruct your view. You should take particular care when

Answer 26

approaching bends and junctions

Question 27

you cannot see clearly behind you when reversing. What should you do

Answer 27

ask someone to guide you

Question 28

what does the term blind spot mean

Answer 28

an area not covered by your mirrors

Question 29

using a hands free phone is likely to

Answer 29

divert your attention

Question 30

you are turning right onto a dual carriageway. What should you do before emerging

Answer 30

check the central reservation is wide enough for your vehicle

Question 31

you are waiting to emerge from a junction. The windscreen pillar is restricting your view. What should you be particularly aware of

Answer 31

motorcyclists

Question 32

your vehicle is fitted with a navigation system. How should you avoid letting this distract you when driving

Answer 32

stop in a safe place before using the system

Question 33

Case study:

James has a two hour drive to make on a motorway. He has a cold and his nose is also slightly blocked. He takes an off the shelf cold remedy to help reduce his symptoms. Its a cold and dull day and the car heater is on. James also turns on his dipped headlights. An hour into the boring journey James begins to feel drowsy.

What information should James check on the medication?
Why would James be using lights in daylight?
How’s the boring journey physically affecting James?
What should James do about his condition?
How could James help himself stay alert in the short term?

Answer 33

• information about the medication causing drowsiness
• to maximise his visibility to others
• he becomes drowsy
• stop in a service area, drink a caffeinated drink and then rest
• open the window