The Highway Code Quiz

The rules of The Highway Code apply to which of the following road users?

• Pedestrians

• Horse riders

• Cyclists

• Drivers

• Bus passengers

Which of the following statements is true?

• Failure to comply with any rule of The Highway Code is an offence

• The Highway Code cannot be used as evidence in a court

• The Highway Code may be used in evidence in any court

• The Highway Code can only be used in court in evidence against drivers

It is recommended that when out walking at night, pedestrians must wear reflective material for their own safety. Such materials can be seen by headlights at:

• 100 yards

• Three times the distance compared to non-reflective materials

• Five times the distance compared to non-reflective materials

• 150 metres

The Highway Code gives advice to pedestrians if there is no pavement or footpath to walk on. Which statement is correct?

• Walk on the left-hand side of the road so traffic can see you

• It may be safer to cross the road well before a sharp left-hand bend

• Keep close to the side of the road

• On wide roads and in good light, walk in single file

When travelling along a road at night, you may come across an organised walk. What colour light should be used by the person at the front of the walk?

• Green

• Yellow

• White

• Blue

The Highway Code gives advice to horse riders when negotiating roundabouts. Which of the following is NOT included?

• Whenever possible, use the appropriate lane

• Keep to the left and watch out for vehicles crossing your path to leave or join the roundabout

• Signal right when riding across exits to show you are not leaving

• Signal left just before you leave the roundabout

Which type of crossing specifically allows cyclists and pedestrians to cross at the same time?

• Puffin

• Pelican

• Zebra

• Toucan

In daylight, an approaching motorcyclist is using a dipped headlight. Why?

• It makes the rider more visible

• To stop the battery from overcharging

• To improve the rider’s vision

• The rider is inviting you to proceed

The driver is responsible in law for ensuring that children under what age are suitably restrained if they are travelling in the front of a vehicle?

• 8

• 12

• 14

• 16

Before setting off, The Highway Code advises that you should ensure that:

• You have planned your route

• You know where all the controls are

• You have suitable maps for the journey

• You have sufficient fuel