Alertness Flashcards
Before you make a U-turn you should…
Look over your shoulder for a final check
As you approach a bridge you should…
slow down, consider horn, beware of pedestrians
When following a large vehicle you should keep well back because…
It allows the driver to see you in their mirrors
You should avoid overtaking any vehicle when there is…
A dip in the road
What does the road marking of a sweeping arrow signal…
Overtaking cars should move back into the left
Should you ever answer a mobile when driving…
No, never. If you need to answer, stop where safe.
Why are horizontal yellow lines painted on the road…
To make you aware of your speed, often found before a roundabout
Approaching lights that have been green a while you should…
Be prepared to stop
Before stopping what should you check…
Your mirrors
As a driver, a blind spot is…
The area not seen in your mirrors
Objects hanging from the interior mirror…
Obstruct your view
What three things may distract a driver…
Loud music, arguing, phone
If bored on the motorway, you should…
Leave the motorway, open windows
At dusk, why/when should you switch on your lights…
Why: So others can see you
When: Street lights are on or not
What’s the main risk with a hands-free device…
Distract your driving
When driving on a wet road and you have to brake you should…
Keep both hands on the wheel
When you move off from behind a parked car you should do what three things…
Look around
Use your mirrors
Indicate
Along a narrow road, when passing a cyclist you should go…
Slowly, leaving plenty of room
You are turning right on a dual carriageway, before emerging you should check…
The central reserve is wide enough for your vehicle
You get lost on a busy road, you should…
Turn into a side road and check a map
Windscreen pillars obstruct your view, be most aware of…
Motorcyclists and approaching bends/junctions
You cannot see behind you properly when reversing, you should…
Ask someone to guide you
