Driving Theory Quiz

Why should you never wave people across at pedestrian crossings?

• Another vehicle may be coming

• It's safer for you to carry on

• They may not be looking

• They may not be ready to cross

What's the purpose of road humps, chicanes and narrowings?

• To allow pedestrians to cross

• To increase traffic speed

• To reduce traffic speed

• To separate lanes of traffic

What requires extra care when you're driving or riding in windy conditions?

• Moving off on a hill

• Passing pedal cyclists

• Turning into a narrow road

• Using the brakes

How would age affect an older person's driving ability?

• They won't be able to obtain car insurance

• They won't signal at junctions

• They'll need glasses to read road signs

• They'll take longer to react to hazards

You're waiting to come out of a side road. Why should you look carefully for motorcycles?

• Motorcycles are usually faster than cars

• Motorcycles can easily be hidden behind obstructions

• Motorcycles have right of way

• Police patrols often use motorcycles

What does this sign mean?

• Give way to buses

• Give way to trams

• Route for buses

• Route for trams

What does a red traffic light mean?

• Proceed with care

• Stop, if you're able to brake safely

• You must stop and wait behind the stop line

• You should stop unless turning left

What's the purpose of a catalytic converter?

• To reduce engine wear

• To reduce fuel consumption

• To reduce harmful exhaust gases

• To reduce the risk of fire

What colour are the reflective studs along the left-hand edge of the motorway?

• Amber

• Green

• Red

• White

What must you do when you're overtaking a car at night?

• Flash your headlights before overtaking

• Make sure you don't dazzle other road users

• Select a higher gear

• Switch your headlights to main beam before overtaking