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12:21 am Sunday, 01 August 2010
Theory Test - Practice Quiz
For Car Drivers and Motorcyclists
To achieve a pass in the Theory Test you must gain a minimum score of 86%.
You must correctly answer at least 43 out of 50 multiple-choice questions.
The multiple-choice questions are similar to those in this Quiz.
You can try this Quiz as many times as you like.
After you click the Submit button, the Quiz will be marked immediately and your results will be displayed at the bottom of this page.
Each correct answer will be marked with a tick in the small box in the middle of the line.
You will be advised of any questions you have not answered.
You should attempt all questions.
Q1
: At the scene of an accident what should you do?
drag everyone from the vehicles
not put yourself at any risk
check on those who are screaming
Q2
: What should you do when the road signs show a sharp bend ahead?
wait until you are on the bend then slow down
slow down as you drive out of the bend
slow down before the bend
Q3
: Using a hands-free phone while driving could
divert your attention
make your driving more safe
improve your concentration
Q4
: At puffin crossings, which colour of light will not show to a driver?
flashing amber
red
green
Q5
: Which of these should you not do at an accident?
immediately call the emergency services
offer victims a cigarette to calm them down
switch on your hazard lights to warn other drivers
Q6
: If any of these were at a very low level, which one could cause an accident?
brake fluid level
radiator coolant level
antifreeze level
Q7
: What does 'tailgating' mean?
allowing passengers to use the rear hatchback door
following another vehicle too closely
having the rear fog lights continuously switched on while driving
Q8
: Which of these are affected if the tyre pressures are too low?
reversing
changing gear
steering
Q9
: If you need to stop in an emergency in a car with anti-lock brakes, you should apply the footbrake
slowly and gently
rapidly and firmly
rapidly and gently
Q10
: What should you do to an accident victim's severe burns?
burst any blisters
apply lotions to the burns
douse the burns with cool liquid
Q11
: What should you do if you think the driver in front has forgotten to cancel the right indicator?
stay behind the vehicle and not overtake
overtake on the left
flash your lights before overtaking
Q12
: How does a school crossing patrol signal you to stop your vehicle?
by displaying a red light
by raising a hand with the palm facing you
by displaying a stop sign
Q13
: Why would a motorcyclist steer away from a metal drain cover on a bend in a wet road?
to avoid splashing pedestrians
to prevent the motorcycle sliding on the metal drain cover
to avoid puncturing the motorcycle tyres on the metal
Q14
: Why is it wrong to coast in a vehicle?
there is no engine braking
it will cause the vehicle to accelerate
it will cause the engine to stall
Q15
: If you only have a provisional driving licence, you should not drive a car
at night
on the motorway
over 50 miles per hour
Q16
: The national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on a single carriageway road is
50 mph
70 mph
60 mph
Q17
: Road signs giving orders are mostly displayed within
red circles
red triangles
blue rectangles
Q18
: To supervise a learner driver in a vehicle you must
hold an advanced driving licence
be an approved driving instructor
have held a full driving licence for at least 3 years
Q19
: Who is responsible for ensuring that a vehicle is not overloaded?
the person who loaded the vehicle
the driver or rider of the vehicle
the owner of the vehicle
Q20
: While driving at dusk, you should switch on your lights
even when the street lights are not switched on
only if the street lights are switched on
only when other drivers have switched on their lights
Q21
: When should the hard shoulder of a motorway be used?
when an emergency arises
to take a short rest if you are tired
to answer a mobile phone
Q22
: What should you do when approaching traffic lights that have been at green for some time?
be prepared to stop
maintain a steady speed
accelerate through the traffic lights
Q23
: When driving a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow winding road, to let other vehicles overtake you should
stay in to the left and maintain your speed
pull in to the side of the road when there is an opportunity
wave to them to overtake
Q24
: The legal minimum depth of tread over three quarters of the breadth of a car tyre is
1.6 mm
2.5 mm
1.0 mm
Q25
: When would an anti-lock braking system on a vehicle begin to operate?
when the normal braking system on the vehicle fails to operate
just as the wheels are about to lock
whenever pressure is applied to the brake pedal
Q26
: Why should you keep your vehicle well in to the left when approaching a right hand bend in the road?
to be in a safer position if the vehicle skids
to let faster traffic overtake from behind
to improve your view of the road
Q27
: To be permitted to drive or ride a vehicle, at what distance must you be able to read a number plate?
25.5 metres (84 feet)
20.5 metres (67 feet)
15 metres (50 feet)
Q28
: In which of these places would parking a vehicle cause an obstruction to others?
where the kerb has been raised
in a lay-by
at or near a bus stop
Q29
: What should you do when overtaking a motorcyclist in very windy conditions?
allow extra space
sound your horn
overtake slowly
Q30
: When driving a vehicle in very heavy rain, your overall stopping distance is likely to be
up to five times greater
no different
doubled
Q31
: When joining a motorway you must always
come to a stop before joining the motorway
give way to traffic already on the motorway
stop at the end of the acceleration lane
Q32
: How is the 30 mph speed limit indicated on a road with no speed limit signs?
by street lighting
by pedestrian islands
by double or single yellow lines
Q33
: What should you do to avoid an accident when entering a contraflow system?
closely follow other motorists to avoid long queues
choose an appropriate lane early
change lanes anytime to make progress
Q34
: After passing your motorcycle test, you must exchange the pass certificate for a full motorcycle licence within
one year
six months
two years
Q35
: A heavy load on the roof rack of a vehicle will
reduce stability
make the steering more difficult
reduce the stopping distance
Theory Test - Quiz Result
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