Attitude Flashcards
You’re in a one-way street and want to turn right. Where should you position your vehicle when there are two lanes?
In the right-hand lane
You’re travelling at the legal speed limit. What should you do if the vehicle behind approaches quickly, flashing its headlights?
Allow the vehicle to overtake
You’re approaching an unmarked crossroads. How should you deal with the junction?
Slow down and look both ways
Which colour follows the green signal at a puffin crossing?
Steady amber
You’re in a line of traffic. What action should you take if the driver behind is following very closely?
Slow down, gradually increasing the gap between you and the vehicle in front
What does it mean if the signs at a bus lane show no times of operation?
The lane is in operation 24 hours a day
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
You’re driving in traffic at the speed limit for the road. What should you do if the driver behind is trying to overtake?
Keep a steady course and allow the driver behind to overtake
What should you do when a person herding sheep asks you to stop?
Stop and switch off your engine
What should you do when you’re overtaking a horse and rider?
Go past slowly and carefully
You’re approaching a red light at a puffin crossing. Pedestrians are on the crossing. When will the red light change?
When the pedestrians have cleared the crossing
What style of driving causes increased risk to everyone?
Competitive
Why should you never wave people across at pedestrian crossings?
Another vehicle may be coming
What’s the minimum time gap you should leave when following a vehicle on a wet road?
Four seconds
Which vehicle will use a blue flashing beacon?
Bomb disposal
What type of emergency vehicle is fitted with a green flashing beacon?
Doctor’s car
Who should obey diamond-shaped traffic signs?
Trams
You wish to turn right ahead. Why should you take up the correct position in good time?
To help other road users know what you intend to do
When should you flash your headlights at other road users?
When letting them know that you’re there
The conditions are good and dry. When should you use the ‘two-second rule’?
When checking your gap from the vehicle in front
Which instrument-panel warning light would show that headlights are on main beam?
You’re driving a car that has a diesel engine. What can a loose filler cap on your fuel tank cause?
It can make the roads slippery for other road users
What should you do to avoid fuel spillage?
Check that your filler cap is securely fastened
You’re driving along this road. What should you do if the red car cuts in close in front of you?
Drop back to leave the correct separation distance
You’re driving on a clear night. Which lights should you use if the national speed limit applies and there’s a steady stream of oncoming traffic?
Dipped headlights
You’re waiting in a traffic queue at night. How can you avoid dazzling drivers behind you?
Use the parking brake and release the footbrake
You’re approaching a zebra crossing. What should you do if pedestrians are waiting to cross?
Slow down and prepare to stop
What should you do if a vehicle pulls out in front of you at a junction?
Slow down and be ready to stop
When should you leave a two-second gap between your vehicle and the one in front?
When it’s dry
You’re driving at night on an unlit road. What should you do if you’re following another vehicle?
Use dipped headlights
What should you do if you’re driving a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow winding road?
Pull in when you can, to let the vehicles behind overtake
What must you do when the amber light is flashing at a pelican crossing?
Give way to pedestrians already on the crossing
Why is it dangerous to drive too close to the vehicle ahead?
Your view of the road ahead will be restricted
What will happen if you follow this vehicle too closely?
Your view ahead will be reduced
You’re being overtaken by a long, heavily laden lorry. What should you do if it’s taking a long time for it to overtake?
Slow down
What should you do if you’re being followed by an ambulance showing flashing blue lights?
Pull over as soon as it’s safe to do so
On a road where trams operate, which vehicles will be most at risk from the tram rails?
Cycles
When should you use your vehicle’s horn?
To alert others to your presence
Which type of crossing allows cyclists to ride across while pedestrians are also crossing?
Toucan
