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Theory Questions Page 2

  • Here are some useful questions to help you understand the question-and-answer format in which will be presented at the test.
  • This Section is designed to help you through the questions one by one.
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Q1
Once you have passed your Theory and Practical Driving Tests, your licence is usually valid until you reach: -
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. 60 years of age
  2. 65 years of age
  3. 70 years of age
  4. 75 years of age
Q2
On ice or snow braking distances can increase by: -
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. 5 times
  2. 10 times
  3. 15 times
  4. 20 times
Q3
You are driving along the motorway in the inside lane. You intend to turn left at the next available exit. When should you signal left?
[Mark 1 Answer]
    sign
  1. At the first count-down marker (300 yds to go)
  2. At the second count-down marker (200 yds to go)
  3. At the third count-down marker (100 yds to go)
  4. When you have reached the left turn-off
Q4
The road has a white single broken line with long marking and short gaps. What does this mean?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. Hazard warning line
  2. You must not cross the line
  3. Passing allowed
  4. Lane marking the center of the road
Q5
Always use the M.S.M. drill when manoeuvering or changing speed, but what does M.S.M. mean?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. Manoeuver, Signal, Mirror
  2. Mirror, Signal, Manoeuvre
  3. Mirror, Signal, Move off
  4. Mirror, Signal, Mirror
Q6
You are travelling at 60 m.p.h. on a good, dry road. What is the overall stopping distance?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. 120 ft (36 m)
  2. 175 ft (53 m)
  3. 190 ft (58 m)
  4. 240 ft (73 m)
Q7
You must not stop on a motorway. What are the exceptions to this rule?
[Mark 2 answers]
a. When you have been driving for longer than 2 hours
b. In an emergency
c. When flashing red lights show above your lane
d. When you want to pick up a hitch-hiker
Q8
What does this symbol on the dashboard mean?
[Mark 1 Answer]
    sign
  1. a. Warning that your seat belt is Not on
  2. b. Warning your hazard warning lights is on
  3. c. Warning the air-bag is not working
  4. d. Warning that the handbrake is on
Q9
What do RED studs on the motorway show?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. The left hand edge of the carriageway
  2. The right hand edge of the carriageway
  3. The separation of the lanes
  4. A slip road off the motorway
Q10
What does this motorway sign show?
[Mark 1 Answer]
    Headlights
  1. Use the nearside lane
  2. Stop on the hard shoulder
  3. Leave the motorway at the next exit
  4. Low-flying aircraft or sudden noise
Q11
Which statement is correct regarding steering: -
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. You must keep both hands on the steering wheel at all times
  2. You can place your hands at any position as long as it is comfortable
  3. When going round corners, it is best to cross your hands
  4. To keep good control you should feed the wheel through your hands
Q12
You are driving along a country road. What should you expect to see coming towards you on YOUR side of the road ?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. Motorcycles
  2. Pedestrians
  3. Horse riders
  4. Tractors
Q13
When you are accelerating too harshly your car starts to skid. What should you do?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. Steer into the skid
  2. Ease off the gas pedal
  3. Make the car go faster
  4. Brake hard
Q14
Which of the following statements is correct?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. The speed limit does not mean that it is safe to drive at that speed
  2. The speed limit has been chosen as the safe speed for the road
  3. People who drive under the speed limit are a nuisance
  4. It is always safe to drive at or near the speed limit
Q15
In the photo below, which statement is correct?
[Mark 1 Answer]
    road
  1. You can park or wait on the left
  2. You can park with half the vehicle on the grass verge
  3. You must not overtake
  4. You can overtake if it is clear ahead
Q16
Where may you overtake on a one-way street?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. Overtaking is not allowed
  2. Either on the right or the left
  3. Only on the right
  4. Only on the left
Q17
Are speed limit signs shown at roadworks: -
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. Advisory
  2. Compulsory
  3. Only to be referred to when busy
  4. Only to be referred to between 8.00am to 6.00pm.
Q18
What items should you take with you on your Theory and Practical test?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. A Insurance certificate
  2. A signed driving licence
  3. A pen
  4. A copy of the Highway Code
Q19
You may only legally drive when NOT wearing a seatbelt if: -
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. You are making a delivery
  2. You are a policeman
  3. You are a milkman
  4. You have a medical exemption certificate
Q20
Which part of your lane do you drive along?
[Mark 1 Answer]
  1. Well to the left of the lane
  2. Well to the right of the lane
  3. Close to the white lane marking
  4. Slightly left of the middle of the lane
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