Road Rules Flashcards

1
Q

In ontario a driver will be given 7 dermis points if she/he is convicted of:

A. Following too close
B. Failing to stop for a stopped school bus with its red alternating lights on
C. Failing to remain at the scene of an accident
D. Failing to obey the directions of a police officer

A

c) failing to remain at the scene of an accident

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2
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in ontario a first conviction for drinking and driving can bring a minimum liscense suspension of:

A. 6 months
B. 12 months
C. 24 months
D. 48 months

A

b) 12 months

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in ontario it is legal to turn right on red:

A. Only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop yielding right of way.
B. Only from a one-way street to another one-way street
C. Only from a two-way street to another two-way street
D. Only from a one-way street to a two-way street

A

a) only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop yielding right of way

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4
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a streetcar is stopped to load and unload passengers. a driver of a motor vehicle is approaching this street car from the rear. the driver must stop:

A. 2 meters from the rear-most door at which the passengers are getting on or off
B. 3 meters from the rear-most door at which the passengers are getting on or off
C. 6 meters from the rear-most door at which the passengers are getting on or off
D. 9 meters from the rear-most door at which the passengers are getting on or off

A

a) 2 meters from the rear-most door at which the passengers are getting off

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5
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When approaching a level railway crossing with the gates down, the driver of a motor vehicle must:

A. Stop 1 meter from the gates
B. Stop 3 meters from the line
C. Stop 5 meters from the first rail
D. Stop 15 meters from the railroad crossing

A

c) Stop 5 meters from the first rail

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6
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. In what lane should you drive if you intend to make a right turn?

A. Close to the left of the roadway.
B. Close to the right hand side of the roadway.
C. Close to the centerline of the roadway.
D. Does not matter.

A

b) Close to the right hand side of the roadway.

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7
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Under the Graduated Licensing System in Ontario, the supervising driver must not let their Blood Alcohol Concentration exceeds:

A. 0.00 g%
B. 0.08 g%
C. 0.05 g%
D. 0.80 g%

A

c) 0.05 g%

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When approaching an intersection controlled by stop signs, where there are no lines on the road and no sidewalks, the legal stop position is:

A. Where you can see clearly
B. At the stop sign
C. Before the stop sign
D. At the edge of the traveled portion of the roadway

A

d) At the edge of the travelled portion of the roadway

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9
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Before leaving the car parked on a downgrade, you should:

A. Leave your front wheels parallel to the curb.
B. Turn your front wheels to the left and set the parking brakes.
C. Set the parking brakes only.
D. Turn your front wheels to the right and set the parking brakes.

A

D. Turn your front wheels to the right and set the parking brakes.

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10
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In Ontario, a solid yellow line at the left of your lane means:

It is illegal to pass
B. It is unsafe to pass
C. It is illegal to cross over
D. It is legal to pass

A

b) It is unsafe to pass

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When a approaching a stopped school bus from the rear with its red alternating lights and stop arm out, all drivers must stop:

A. 5 feet from the rear of the bus
B. 2 meters from the rear of the bus
C. 2 car lengths back from the rear of the bus
D. 20 meters or 65 feet back from the rear of the bus

A

d) 20 meters or 65 feet back from the rear of the bus

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12
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When travelling on a one-way street, you see and hear an ambulance with its siren on coming towards you from the rear; what does the law require you to do?

A. Pull to the nearest curb and stop
B. Pull to the left only and stop
C. Pull to the right only and stop
D. Slow down and let the ambulance pass you on your right

A

A) pull to the nearest curb and stop

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13
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In Ontario, it is legal to turn left at a red light when turning:

A. From a two-way street to a one-way street, after coming to a complete stop and yielding right of way to other cars in the intersection.
B. From a one-way street to a two-way street
C. From a two-way street to a two-way street
D. From a one-way street to a one-way street

A

A. From a two-way street to a one-way street, after coming to a complete stop and yielding right of way to other cars in the intersection.

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14
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When parallel parking on an uphill on the street without a curb, all drivers should angle their front wheels:

A. Towards the right
B. Towards the left
C. Do not need to angle wheels if you use the parking brake
D. Always turn them to the left regardless of the hill

A

A. Towards the right

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15
Q

When approaching an intersection where the signal lights are not working, you
should:

A. Treat it as an all-way stop sign intersection.
B. Stop and wait until the intersection is clear
C. Park the car and direct the traffic yourself
D. Slow down and proceed with caution

A

A. Treat it as an all-way stop sign intersection.

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16
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Snow removal vehicles have flashing lights of the following color:

A. Red
B. Yellow
C. Green
D. Blue

A

D. Blue

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17
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A flashing amber (yellow) signal light at an intersection means:

A. Come to full stop
B. Slow down and drive with increased caution
C. Danger dead-end highway
D. Signal out of order

A

B. Slow down and drive with increased caution

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18
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Which of the following vehicles only may carry a red light visible from the front?

A. Commercial motor vehicles
B. Bicycles
C. Pleasure type motor vehicle
D. Emergency vehicle responding to a call

A

D. Emergency vehicle responding to a call

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19
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When are drivers are required to use low beam headlights:

A. Upon the approach of another vehicle
B. Within 150m of the approach of another vehicle
C. Within 300m of the approach of another vehicle
D. This is a safety practice, not a law.

A

B. Within 150m of the approach of another vehicle

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20
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Where a highway has divided into lanes for traffic, a driver should:

A. Move from lane to lane with bursts of speed when passing
B. Never change lanes
C. Signal intention and move to other lanes only when it is safe to do so.
D. Straddle lanes and block following traffic

A

C. Signal intention and move to other lanes only when it is safe to do so.

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21
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You are driving up to an intersection where there is no signal light or police officer, a pedestrian is in the crosswalk on your side of the street. You should:

A. Increase speed and take the right-of-way
B. Slow down and drive with increased caution
C. Sound horn to warn the pedestrian
D. Stop and yield right-of-way to the pedestrian

A

D. Stop and yield right-of-way to the pedestrian

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22
Q

Overdriving your headlights at night is dangerous because:

A. You are driving too fast.
B. Your headlights are too bright.
C. You cannot stop the distance that you can see.
D. It is not good for your car battery.

A

C. You cannot stop the distance that you can see.

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23
Q

As a level G2 driver, your blood alcohol level must not be over:

A. 0.08%
B. 0.05%
C. 0.02%
D. 0.00%

A

D. 0.00%

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24
Q

What documents may a police officer require a motor vehicle driver to produce?

A. Liability insurance card.
B. Motor vehicle ownership.
C. A valid driver’s license.
D. All of the above.

A

D. All of the above.

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25
Q

While traveling on a highway, the driver of a vehicle is not permitted to carry in a trailer?

A. Firearms
B. Flammable material
C. People
D. Pets.

A

C. People

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26
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When on streets designed for two-way traffic, you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, what does the law require you to do?

A. Speed up and get out of the way.
B. Signal the driver to pass.
C. Pull to the right as far as possible and stop.
D. Continue at the same speed.

A

C. Pull to the right as far as possible and stop.

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27
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Which of the following has the right of way over all the others at an intersection when the signal light is green?

A. Pedestrians crossing against the light.
B. Pedestrians crossing with the light.
C. Vehicles turning right
D. Vehicles turning left.

A

B. Pedestrians crossing with the light.

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28
Q

If a traffic signal changes while the pedestrian is still in the street, which of the
the following has the right of way?

A. Motorists making turns.
B. The pedestrian
C. Motorist coming from his right
D. Motorist coming from his left.

A

B. The pedestrian

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29
Q

As a level one G1 driver, you must be accompanied by a class G or higher licensed driver, who has more than the following driving experience:

A. Three years
B. Four years
C. Eight years
D. Six years.

A

B. Four years

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30
Q

Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit in cities, towns, villages and built up area is:

A. 50 km/hr
B. 40 km/hr
C. 30 km/hr
D. 60 km/hr

A

A. 50 km/hr

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31
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Upon approaching a stop sign, a driver must:

A. Slow down, sound horn and then proceed.
B. Slow down, and if the way is clear, proceed.
C. Stop, sound horn, then proceed.
D. Stop, and when it is safe to do so, proceed

A

D. Stop, and when it is safe to do so, proceed

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32
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You should under all conditions drive at a speed which will allow you to:

A. Stop within 90 meters.
B. Stop within 60 meters.
C. Stop within a safe distance.
D. Stop within 150 meters.

A

C. Stop within a safe distance.

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33
Q

When may you lend your driver’s license?

A. Never.
B. To another person who is learning to drive.
C. For identification purposes only.
D. Only in emergency

A

A. Never.

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34
Q

Are drivers responsible for their passengers buckling up?

A. Only if passengers are from five years of age to sixteen years.
B. Only if the passengers are over sixteen years of age.
C. Only if passengers are in the first seat.
D. Only if the passengers are over eighteen years of age.

A

A. Only if passengers are from five years of age to sixteen years.

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35
Q

. Demerit points accumulated will remain on your driver’s record for a period of how many years from the date of offense?

A. One year.
B. Three years.
C. Two years.
D. Five years.

A

C. Two years.

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36
Q

As a level one or level two driver, if you collect nine or more points during a two year period, your license will be suspended for:

A. 60 days.
B. 30 days.
C. 1 year.
D. 15 days.

A

A. 60 days.

37
Q

Never change lanes without:

A. Signaling and decreasing speed.
B. Signaling, checking rearview mirrors and checking blind spots.
C. Blowing your horn and providing appropriate hand signals.
D. Checking rearview mirror.

A

B. Signaling, checking rear view mirrors and checking blind spots.

38
Q

When a red signal light with a green arrow is shown at an intersection it means:

A. Stop and wait for green signal before making turn in the direction of the arrow
B. The green arrow is a signal for pedestrians only
C. Stop and then proceed
D. Proceed with caution in the direction of the arrow

A

D. Proceed with caution in the direction of the arrow

39
Q

When 15 or more demerit points have accumulated, the G driver’s license is
suspended

A. At the discretion of the Ministry
B. Automatically, and for 30 days from receipt of license
C. Automatically, and for 60 days from receipt of license
D. For 3 months

A

B. Automatically, and for 30 days from receipt of license

40
Q

When approaching an intersection and you notice the roadway beyond the
intersection is blocked with traffic, you should:

A. Proceed slowly into the intersection until the traffic ahead moves on
B. Keep as close as possible to the car ahead
C. Sound horn to warn cars ahead to move on
D. Stop before entering the intersection and wait until traffic ahead moves on

A

D. Stop before entering the intersection and wait until traffic ahead moves on

41
Q

When driving a motor vehicle on the highway at night, you should use low beam headlights when:

A

Meeting or following another vehicle.

42
Q

Before leaving your car parked on a downgrade, you should:

A

Turn your front wheels to the right and set your parking brake.

43
Q

When on the streets designed for two-way traffic, hearing a siren of an emergency vehicle, what does the law require you to do?

A

Pull to the right and stop.

44
Q

When a school bus stops with red lights flashing, the law requires the drivers of other vehicle to:

A

Stop until bus proceeds or the signals are no longer operating.

45
Q

The broken centerline on a roadway means you may:

A

Pass if the way is clear

46
Q

If a traffic signal changes while a pedestrian is still in the intersection, who has
the right of way?

A

Pedestrian.

47
Q

When approaching an intersection where a stop sign faces you, the law requires you to:

A

Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.

48
Q

Upon approaching an intersection marked with a “Yield” sign, you are required
to:

A

Enter the intersection only when way is clear.

49
Q

When driving in heavy fog, you should use:

A

Low beam headlights

50
Q

Which of the following hand & arm signal is correct for slowing or stopping?

A

Arm out and down.

51
Q

Should your right wheels drop off the roadway, what is the best way to get back in the roadway?

A

Take foot off gas pedal; turn back when vehicle has slowed.

52
Q

Except when you tend to overtake and pass another vehicle or when you wish to make a left turn, you should:

A

always keep well to the right .

53
Q

When a streetcar is stopped to take on or discharge passengers, where there is no safety zone, what does the law require you to do before passing the streetcar:

A

Stop 2 m behind the rearmost door where passengers are getting on or off
and proceed only when it is safe to do so

54
Q

In what lane of traffic should you drive when you intend to make a right hand
turn?

A

Close to the right side of the roadway.

55
Q

A flashing red signal at an intersection means:

A

Stop, proceed only when it is safe to do so.

56
Q

When a right turn against a red light signal is permitted, what does the law require you to do before entering the intersection and making the turn?

A

Stop, make the turn so as not to interfere with other traffic, including
pedestrians.

57
Q

A flashing blue light mounted on a motor vehicle indicated:

A

Snow removal equipment.

58
Q

If you are involved in an accident in which someone is injured, you must:

A

Report the accident at once to the nearest provincial or municipal police office.

59
Q

How close to a fire hydrant may you legally park.

A

3 meters.

60
Q

Never change lanes in traffic without:

A

Giving proper signal and looking to make sure the move be made safely.

61
Q

A solid centerline on the roadway is on your side of the broken centerline. What does the solid centerline mean?

A

It is unsafe to overtake and pass.

62
Q

Most automobile skids are the result of:

A

Driving too fast.

63
Q

When a car is stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross the street at a marked
crosswalk, you should:

A

Not pass any car stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross.

64
Q

When approaching railway crossing at which an electrical or mechanical signal
device is warning of the approach of a train, you:

A

Stop not less than 5 m from the nearest rail.

65
Q

When approaching an intersection and you notice the roadway in the intersection blocked with traffic, you should:

A

Stop before entering the intersection and wait until the traffic ahead moves.

66
Q

Parking light may be used :

A

For parking only.

67
Q

When the driver of another vehicle is about to over take and pass your vehicle,
you must:

A

Move to the right and allow such a vehicle to pass.

68
Q

Under which of the following conditions is the road likely to be more slippery?

A

For the first few minutes after it starts to rain or following a light drizzle.

69
Q

When a license is reinstated after a 15 point suspension, the point total:

A

Is reduced to seven.

70
Q

The best way to stop quickly on a wet or icy roadway is to:

A

Pump the brake until you come to a stop.

71
Q

Under which of the following conditions it is dangerous and unlawful to make a
“U” turn?

A

a) Upon a curve or on a hill where there is a clear view of less than 150m in
either direction.
b) On a railway crossing or within 30 m of a railway crossing.
c) Within 150m of a bridge, viaduct or tunnel if driver’s view is obstructed.
d) All of the above.

72
Q

Before moving your car from a parked position, you should:

A

Check other traffic, signal and pull from the curb when it is safe to do so.

73
Q

In Ontario when should you wear a seat belt.

A

Always.

74
Q

At what level of alcohol in the blood can you be convicted of being impaired
driver?

A

0.08%

75
Q

When approaching a red light signal and a police officer motions you to go
through, you must:

A

Go through at once.

76
Q

What documents may a police officer require a motor vehicle owner to provide?

A

a) A liability insurance card.
b) Ownership.
c) Valid driver’s license.
d) All of the above.

77
Q

When stopped by police at a roadside spot check and asked to provide a breath sample:

A

It is a criminal offence to refuse

78
Q

When does the law require lights on vehicles to be turned on:

A

Between ½ hour after sunset, to ½ hour before sunrise and at any other time you cannot see clearly for a distance of 150 m.

79
Q

When two cars reach an uncontrolled intersection at approximately the same time, right of way should be given to:

A

The one approaching from the right.

80
Q

At night when you must meet another vehicle with blinding bright lights, the
safest thing to do is:

A

Look slightly to the right hand side.

81
Q

In what position on the roadway must you be, before making a left turn from a
one-way traffic street:

A

Close to the left side of the roadway.

82
Q

When may you lend your driver’s license:

A

Never.

83
Q

How soon after a licensed driver changes his/her name or address he/she should notify the MTO :

A

Within 6 days.

84
Q

A flashing green light at an intersection, where turns to the left and right are
permitted, means :

A

You may do any of the above.

85
Q

It is more dangerous to drive at the maximum speed limit at night than during day time:

A

You cannot see as far ahead at night.

86
Q

What must a driver do before entering a highway from a private road or
driveway?

A

Yield right of way to all vehicles approaching on the highway.

87
Q

When may a driver make a left turn on red light?

A

From one way street into a one way street when the way is clear and the vehicle has been brought to a full stop.

88
Q

When a red light with a green arrow is shown at an intersection, it means :

A

Proceed with caution in the direction of the arrow.