Alertness Flashcards
Before making a U turn in the road you should?
Look over your shoulder for a final check.
As you approach a one way bridge you should?
- Slow down.
- Look out for pedestrians.
- Consider using your horn.
Avoid overtaking when?
There is a dip in the road.
An arrow in one road pointing into another means what?
Overtaking drivers should move back to the left (the lane that they came from)
Why are there sometimes square yellow lines painted on the road?
These are usually near roundabouts or dangerous junctions in order to remind people of their speed.
When approaching some traffic lights that have been great for a long time you should?
Be ready to stop.
What should you always do before stopping?
Check your mirrors.
When driving why should you keep a far distance from a big vehicle in-front?
You should do this because it allows the driver to see you in their mirrors.
When you see a hazard ahead why should you use the mirrors?
To assess how your actions will affect the following traffic
You are waiting to turn right at the end of a road, however your view is obstructed by parked vehicles. What should you do?
Stop then move forward slowly and carefully for a proper view.
Objects hanging from your interior mirror may?
- Restrict your view.
2. Distract your attention.
What should you do if boredom causes you to feel sleepy on the motorway?
- Leave the motorway and find a safe place to stop.
2. Ensure you supply fresh air into your vehicle.
You are driving on a wet road. You have to stop your vehicle in an emergency. What else should you do?
Keep your hands on the wheel.
When moving of from behind a parked car you should?
- Look around before you move off.
- Use all the mirrors on the vehicle.
- Give a signal if necessary.
You are travelling on a long narrow road country road. When passing the cyclist you should…
Go slow leaving plenty of room
Your vehicle is fitted with a hand held telephone. To use the telephone you should….
Find a safe place to stop.
To answer a call on your mobile whilst travelling you should..
stop in a proper and convenient place.
You lose your way on a busy road. What is the best course of action to take?
Turn to a side road, stop and check the map.
Windscreen pillars can obstruct your view. You should take particular care when…
Approaching junctions and bends
You cannot see clearly behind when reversing what should you do?
Ask someone to guide you.
What does the term’Blind spot’ mean for a driver?
An area which is not covered by your mirrors.
Your vehicle is fitted with a hands free phone system. Using this equipment whilst driving could…
distract your attention from the road.
Using a hands free phone is likely to…
Divert your attention.
What is the safest way to use a mobile phone in your vehicle?
Find a suitable place to stop.
Your mobile phone rings whilst you are on the motorway. Before answering you should…
Stop in a safe place.
You are turning right onto a dual carriageway. What should you do before emerging?
Check that the central reservation is wide enough for your vehicle.
You are waiting to emerge from a junction. The windscreen pillar is restricting your view. What should you be particularly aware of?
Motorcyclists.
When emerging from junctions, which is most likely to obstruct your view?
A. Windscreen pillars.
B. Steering wheels.
C. Interior mirrors.
D. Windscreen wipers.
Correct answer: A - Windscreen pillars.
Your vehicle is fitted with a navigation system. How should you avoid letting this distract you whilst driving?
Stop in a safe place before using the system.
You are driving on a motorway and want to use your phone. What should you do?
Leave the motorway and stop in a safe place.
You must not use a hand held phone whilst driving. Using a hands free system is…
still likely to distract your attention from the road.
