Theory

Question 1

On a standard three-lane motorway, what is the purpose of the right-hand lane?

Answer 1

Overtaking

Question 2

You are waiting behind a cyclist at a traffic light. When it changes, you should

Answer 2

Allow the cyclist time and room to move

Question 3

You see a pedestrian with a red-and-white stick. That tells you that this pedestrian

Answer 3

is blind and deaf.

Question 4

You want to park facing downhill. You should

Answer 4

turn the steering wheel towards the kerb and put on the handbrake.

Question 5

As you are driving, ahead of you is a bus at a designated stop. You should

Answer 5

prepare to slow down and give way if the bus suddenly moves.

Question 6

You are waiting to emerge at a junction but parked vehicles are restricting your view. What can you do to help yourself see?

Answer 6

Look in a shop window to view reflection of traffic.

Question 7

The first MOT certificate will need to be acquired within __________ of the purchase of a new car.

Answer 7

3 years

Question 8

You must hold your full EC/EEA driving licence for ___ year(s) before supervising a learner driver.

Answer 8

3 years

Question 9

You’re involved in an accident with another vehicle. Someone sustains a neck injury and your vehicle is damaged. What should you find out from the other driver involved?

Answer 9

Name, address and insurance details

Question 10

In which situation should you never overtake cyclists?

Answer 10

Immediately before making a left turn

Question 11

You are going to reverse into a side road, but you aren’t sure the area is clear. You should

Answer 11

get out of your car and check.

Question 12

If you forget to switch off your rear fog lights even after the fog has cleared, it could

Answer 12

represent a breach of the law - dazzles other drivers.

Question 13

Your mobile phone rings while you are driving your vehicle. When is it appropriate for you to accept the call?

Answer 13

once you have stopped in a legally permitted place

Question 14

While at a mini-roundabout, you need to

Answer 14

give way to oncoming traffic on your right.

Question 15

You’re going down a steep hill. To help control the vehicle, you should

Answer 15

select a low gear and apply the breaks carefully.

Question 16

What is the national speed limit for the outside lane of a motorway?

Answer 16

70mph

Question 17

For which vehicles should you allow extra room when you overtake?

Answer 17

Motorcycles

Question 18

After a heavy rain fall, the motorway is wet and road spray is affecting visibility and overall driving conditions. You should

Answer 18

ensure your dipped headlights are on.

Question 19

A roof rack fitted to your car will cause

Answer 19

your fuel consumption to increase.

Question 20

While driving behind a vehicle on a road that is slippery and wet, how large a gap should you leave between that vehicle and yours?

Answer 20

Four seconds (as it is two seconds in dry conditions)

Question 21

While waiting at a pelican crossing, an elderly person begins to cross the street. When the traffic lights turn to green, the person is only halfway across the road. What should you do?

Answer 21

Remain stationary until the person has reached a pedestrian footpath

Question 22

You are one of the first to help a motorcyclist injured in a traffic accident. Do not remove the person’s helmet unless

Answer 22

it is essential.

Question 23

Which style of driving will cause risk to all on the road?

Answer 23

Competitive

Question 24

You are towing a trailer on the motorway. What is the maximum speed at which you can travel?

Answer 24

60mph

Question 25

If you have to slow down quickly on a motorway because of a hazard, you should

Answer 25

switch on your hazard lights

Question 26

While you are travelling within the legal speed limit, the motorist behind you flashes his or her headlights. What should you do?

Answer 26

Keep travelling at your chosen speed; the driver will overtake after judging if it is safe to do so.

Question 27

You are driving behind a large goods vehicle. It signals right but starts to move left. You should

Answer 27

slow down and let it turn.

Question 28

While driving in foggy conditions, you should stay well behind the vehicle in front of you

Answer 28

in case the vehicle stops abruptly

Question 29

You are involved in a collision while you're driving. What is the first thing you must do?

Answer 29

Stop at the scene of the accident.

Question 30

If you are involved in an accident and someone is unconscious, your highest priority will be to

Answer 30

check the person's airways and breathing and stop any heavy bleeding.

Question 31

You are driving in strong winds and wish to overtake a motorcyclist. What should you do?

Answer 31

Overtake the motorcyclist as wide as possible.

Question 32

When you are turning left to enter a side road, which hazard should you watch out for the most?

Answer 32

Pedestrians

Question 33

You must not reverse your vehicle

Answer 33

further than necessary.

Question 34

While you are travelling within the legal speed limit, another motorist attempts to overtake your car. Should you stop the motorist from doing this?

Answer 34

No, not under any circumstances.

Question 35

If you have a collision, which of the following will reduce the risk of neck injury?

Answer 35

A properly adjusted head restraint.

Question 36

If your vehicle breaks down inside a tunnel, what should you do first?

Answer 36

Switch on your hazard lights and call your breakdown company

Question 37

You are at a railway level crossing and the red light signal carries on flashing after the train has passed. You should

Answer 37

wait.

Question 38

If you have been disqualified from driving, in addition to serving your sentence, what must you do to get a driving licence again?

Answer 38

Resit all tests after the period of disqualification has concluded, applying as a new driver.

Question 39

When driving through a flooded area, what should you do?

Answer 39

Test the function of your breaks at the earliest opportunity.

Question 40

When approaching an unmarked crossroads, who has right of way?

Answer 40

No one

Question 41

You may drive over a footpath if

Answer 41

you are getting to a property.

Question 42

You're driving along a country road. A horse and rider are ahead of you. You should

Answer 42

drive past slowly and give them plenty of room.

Question 43

A police officer flashes headlights at you and points left. What should you do?

Answer 43

Pull over on the left.

Question 44

When travelling on icy roads, how should you drive?

Answer 44

With the car in the highest gear possible.

Question 45

Someone has injured his or her arm in an accident. The person can move it, but it is bleeding. Why should you instruct the person to keep the arm upright?

Answer 45

It will help reduce bleeding.

Question 46

You wish to park in a 40-mph zone with traffic flowing in both directions. At night, you should park

Answer 46

on the left side of the road with parking lights on.

Question 47

You are driving down the motorway and planning to turn off at the next junction. Unfortunately, you miss your exit. What should you do?

Answer 47

Carry on until you reach the next junction at which you can exit.

Question 48

While driving on a busy main road, you realise that you are travelling against the oncoming flow of traffic. You should

Answer 48

pull into a side road and turn around.

Question 49

What should the left-hand lane of a motorway be used for?

Answer 49

Normal driving

Question 50

Excessive or uneven tyre wear can be caused by faults in the

Answer 50

suspension

Question 51

You are driving along when another driver does something that upsets you. You should

Answer 51

stop you vehicle and take a break until you feel calmer

Question 52

On a motorway, there are reflective studs between each lane. What colour are they?

Answer 52

White

Question 53

Under what circumstances are you allowed to park on the right-hand side of a road at night?

Answer 53

If its a one way street

Question 54

You are at the scene of an accident. What should you NOT do?

Answer 54

Offer someone a cigarette to calm down

Question 55

What emergency vehicles has a flashing green beacon?

Answer 55

A doctors car

Question 56

Where can you find a crawler lane on a motorway?

Answer 56

On a steep gradient

Question 57

When are you allowed to wait in a box junction?

Answer 57

When you wish to turn right but are prevented from doing so by oncoming traffic

Question 58

If you park on the road at night, you should switch your parking lights on

Answer 58

if the speed limit exceeds 30 mph

Question 59

You are driving behind a tractor and would like to get past but you are not sure if it is safe to do so. What should you do?

Answer 59

Do not overtake until certain it is safe to do so