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Theory Test Questions Batch 2 Flashcards

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1
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What does a curved arrow on the road mean on the opposite side?

A

Overtaking traffic should move back to the left

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What should you do when you move off from behind a parked car?

A

Look around before moving off

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3
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Which colour follows the green signal at a puffin crossing?

A

Steady amber

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4
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You wish to turn right ahead. Why should you take up the correct position in good time?

A

To help other road users know what you intend to do

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5
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Why is it dangerous to travel too close to the vehicle ahead?

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Your view of the road ahead will be restricted

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6
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You’re carrying an 11 year old child on the front seat of your car. They’re under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. What seat belt security must be in place?

A

They must use a suitable child restraint

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What part of the car does the law require you to keep in good condition?

A

The seat belts

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8
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How should you dispose of a used vehicle battery?

A

Take it to a local authority disposal site

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9
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What should you do when you leave your car unattended for a few minutes?

A

Lock it and remove the key

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10
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What should you do if your anti-lock brakes (ABS) warning light stays on?

A

Have the brakes checked immediately

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What’s the main benefit of driving a four-wheel-drive vehicle?

A

Improved grip on the road

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How should you use anti-lock brakes when you need to stop in an emergency?

A

Brake promptly and firmly until you’ve stopped

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13
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You’re driving on an open road in dry weather. What distance should you keep from the vehicle in front?

A

A two-second time gap

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14
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What should you do if you think the driver of the vehicle in front has forgotten to cancel their right indicator?

A

Stay behind and don’t overtake

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What should you do if the vehicle starts reversing off the driveway?

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Sound your horn and be prepared to stop

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You’ve been involved in an argument that’s made you feel angry. What should you do before starting your journey?

A

Calm down

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17
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You’re driving towards this left-hand bend. What danger should you be anticipating?

A

Pedestrians walking towards you

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18
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You take some cough medicine given to you by a friend. What should you do before driving your car?

A

Check the label to see if the medicine will affect your driving

19
Q

Why should you allow extra room while overtaking a motorcyclist on a windy day?

A

The rider may be blown in front of you

20
Q

You’re following two cyclists as they approach a roundabout in the left-hand lane. Where would you expect the cyclist to go?

A

Any direction

21
Q

What should you do when you’re passing loose sheep on the road?

A

Go very slowly

22
Q

You’re approaching a roundabout. What should you do if a cyclist ahead is signalling to turn right?

A

Give the cyclist plenty of room

23
Q

You’re driving towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if a person in a wheelchair is waiting to cross?

A

Be prepared to stop

24
Q

You’re following a long vehicle approaching a crossroads. What should you do if the driver signals right but moves close to the left hand kerb.

A

Wait behind the long vehicle

25
Q

You’re driving on the motorway in windy conditions. What should you do as you overtake a high-sided vehicle?

A

Be wary of a sudden gust

26
Q

How can you use your vehicle’s engine to control your speed?

A

By changing to a lower gear

27
Q

Why is it important to make full use of the slip road as you join a motorway?

A

To allow you to fit safely into the traffic flow in the left hand lane

28
Q

You’re on a motorway. What does it mean if a red cross is showing above the hard shoulder and mandatory speed limits above all other lanes?

A

The hard shoulder is for emergency or breakdown use only

29
Q

What colour are the reflective studs between a motorway and a slip road?

A

Green

30
Q

When would you use the right hand lane on a three lane motorway?

A

When you’re overtaking

31
Q

You’re looking for somewhere to park your vehicle. Neither you or your passenger are disabled. What should you do if the only free spaces are marked for disabled drivers?

A

Wait for a regular parking space to become free

32
Q

You’re in a built up area at night and the road is well lit. Why should you use dipped headlights?

A

So that you be easily seen by others

33
Q

What should you do when you park at night on a road that has a 40mph speed limit?

A

Leave parking lights switched on

34
Q

You’re going to turn left from a main road into a minor road. What should you as you approach the junction?

A

Keep well to the left of the road

35
Q

What does a triangle sign with a black arrowed circle mean?

A

Roundabout

36
Q

What shape are traffic signs giving orders?

A

Red circles

37
Q

You’re approaching traffic lights and the red light is showing. What signal will show next?

A

Red and amber

38
Q

What is the sign that means ‘no stopping’?

A

Red Cross on top of blue

39
Q

What should you do when you’re approaching traffic lights that have red and amber showing together?

A

Wait for the green light

40
Q

You’ve just passed your first practical driving test. What will you have to do if you get six penalty points on your license in the next two years?

A

Retake your theory and practical tests

41
Q

Following a collision, a person has been injured. What would be a warning sign for shock?

A

Rapid shallow breathing

42
Q

What could you do to help injured people at an incident?

A

Keep them warm and comfortable

43
Q

At an incident, someone is suffering from severe burns. How could you help them?

A

Douse the burns with clean, cool water

44
Q

You wish to tow a trailer. Where would you find the maximum nose weight for your vehicle’s tow hitch?

A

In the vehicle handbook

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