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Question 1,  Who is responsible for making sure that a vehicle is not
  overloaded? (mark one answer)
 
 A The driver of the vehicle
 B The owner of the items carried
 C The person who loaded the vehicle
 D The licensing authority


Question 2,  You are towing a small trailer on a busy three-lane motorway.
  All the lanes are open. You must (mark one answer)
 
 A not exceed 60mph
 B not overtake
 C have a stabiliser fitted
 D use only the right and centre


Question 3,  What one safeguard could you take against fire risk to your
  vehicle? (mark one answer)
 
 A Carry a fire extinguisher
 B Use unleaded petrol
 C Keep water levels above maximum
 D Avoid driving with a full tank


Question 4,  Which TWO things should you do when a front tyre bursts?
 (mark two answers)
 
 A Brake firmly and quickly
 B Let the vehicle roll to a stop
 C Hold the steering wheel lightly
 D Grip the steering wheel firmly
 E Apply the handbrake to stop the vehicle


Question 5,  At an accident you suspect a casualty has back injuries. The area
  is safe. You should (mark one answer)
 
 A offer them a drink
 B not move them
 C raise their legs
 D offer them a cigarette


Question 6, A cover note is a document issued before you receive your
  (mark one answer)
 
 A driving licence
 B insurance certificate
 C registration document
 D MOT certificate


Question 7,  An MOT certificate is normally valid for
 (mark one answer)
 
 A 10,000 miles
 B 30,000 miles
 C one year after the date it was issued
 D three years after the date it was issued


Question 8,  You have just passed your practical driving test. Within two
 years you get six penalty points on your licence. You will have to
 (mark two answers)
 
 A retake only your theory test
 B retake only your practical test
 C retake your theory and practical tests
 D reapply for your provisional licence
 E reapply for your full licence immediately


Question 9,  When traffic lights are out of order, who has priority?
 (mark one answer)
 
 A Traffic going straight on
 B Traffic turning right
 C Nobody
 D Traffic turning left


Question 10,  You MUST obey signs giving orders. These signs are mostly in
 (mark one answer)
 
 A green rectangles
 B red triangles
 C blue rectangles
 D red circles


Question 11,  When may you reverse from a side road into a main road?
 (mark one answer)
 
 A At any time
 B Only if both roads are clear of traffic
 C Not at any time
 D Only if the main road is clear of traffic


Question 12,  Who can use a toucan crossing?
 (mark two answers)
 
 A Trains
 B Cyclists
 C Buses
 D Pedestrians
 E Trams


Question 13,  You are leaving your vehicle parked on a road. When may you
 leave the engine running? (mark one answer)
 
 A If the battery is flat
 B If you will be parked for less than five minutes
 C When in a 20 mph zone
 D Not on any occasion


Question 14,  You are allowed to stop on a motorway when you
 (mark one answer)
 
 A need to walk and get fresh air
 B wish to pick up hitch hikers
 C are told to do so by flashing red lights
 D need to use a mobile phone


Question 15,  What is the right–hand lane used for on a three-lane motorway?
  (mark one answer)
 
 A Emergency vehicles only
 B Overtaking
 C Vehicles towing trailers
 D Coaches only


Question 16,  What is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles in the
  centre lane of a three-lane motorway? (mark one answer)
 
 A 40 mph
 B 50 mph
 C 60 mph
 D 70 mph


Question 17,  When may you wait in a box junction?
 (mark one answer)
 
 A When approaching a pelican crossing
 B When you are stationary in a queue of traffic
 C When approaching a zebra crossing
 D When oncoming traffic prevents you from turning right


Question 18,  When snow is falling heavily you should
 (mark one answer)
 
 A drive provided you use your headlights
 B not drive unless you have a mobile phone
 C drive only when your journey is short
 D not drive unless it is essential


Question 19,  Why is coasting wrong?
 (mark one answer)
 
 A It will cause the car to skid
 B It will make the engine stall
 C The engine will run faster
 D There is no engine braking


Question 20,  When you approach a bus signalling to move off from a bus stop
 you should (mark one answer)
 
 A get past before it moves
 B allow it to pull away, if it is safe to do so
 C flash your headlights as you approach
 D signal left and wave the bus on


Question 21,  You are driving downhill. There is a car parked on the other side
 of the road. Large, slow lorries are coming towards you. You should
 (mark one answer)
 
 A keep going because you have the right of way
 B slow down and give way
 C speed up and get past quickly
 D pull over on the right behind the parked car


Question 22,  You are approaching a mini-roundabout. The long vehicle in
  front is signalling left but positioned over to the right. You should
 (mark one answer)
 
 A sound your horn
 B overtake on the left
 C follow the same course as the lorry
 D keep well back
 


Question 23,  Which THREE should you do when passing sheep on a road?
  (mark three answers)
 
 A Allow plenty of room
 B Go very slowly
 C Pass quickly but quietly
 D Be ready to stop
 E Briefly sound your horn


 
Question 24,  Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable
 (mark one answer)
 
 A when moving off
 B on dual carriageways
 C when approaching junctions
 D on motorways


Question 25,  You see two elderly pedestrians about to cross the road ahead.
 You should (mark one answer)
 
 A expect them to wait for you to pass
 B speed up to get past them quickly
 C stop and wave them across the road
 D be careful, they may misjudge your speed


Question 26,   Driving long distances can be tiring. You can prevent this by
  (mark three answers)
 
 A stopping every so often for a walk
 B opening a window for some fresh air
 C ensuring plenty of refreshment breaks
 D completing the journey without stopping
 E eating a large meal before driving


Question 27,   Drinking any amount of alcohol is likely to
 (mark three answers)
 
 A slow down your reactions to hazards
 B increase the speed of your reactions
 C worsen your judgement of speed
 D improve your awareness of danger
 E give a false sense of confidence


Question 28,   In areas where there are ‘traffic calming’ measures you should
 (mark one answer)
 
 A drive at a reduced speed
 B always drive at the speed limit
 C position in the centre of the road
 D only slow down if pedestrians are near


Question 29,   When driving in fog in daylight you should use
 (mark one answer)
 
 A sidelights
 B full beam headlights
 C hazard lights
 D dipped headlights


Question 30,   Skidding is mainly caused by
 (mark one answer)
 
 A the weather
 B the driver
 C the vehicle
 D the road


Question 31,   Anti-lock brakes can greatly assist with
 (mark one answer)
 
 A a higher cruising speed
 B steering control when braking
 C control when accelerating
 D motorway driving


Question 32,   A roof rack fitted to your car will
 (mark one answer)
 
 A reduce fuel consumption
 B improve the road handling
 C make your car go faster
 D increase fuel consumption


Question 33,   At a puffin crossing what colour follows the green signal?
 (mark one answer)
 
 A Steady red
 B Flashing amber
 C Steady amber
 D Flashing green


Question 34,   You should ONLY use a mobile phone when
 (mark one answer)
 
 A receiving a call
 B suitably parked
 C driving at less than 30 mph
 D driving an automatic vehicle


Question 35,   Before you make a U-turn in the road, you should
 (mark one answer)
 
 A give an arm signal as well as using your indicators
 B signal so that other drivers can slow down for you
 C look over your shoulder for a final check
 D select a higher gear than normal


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