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Theory Test #1 - Using the Official Theory Test Questions
| 1 | 'Tailgating' means Mark one answer. Using the rear door of a hatchback car Reversing into a parking space Following another vehicle too closely Driving with rear fog lights on |
| 2 | To avoid a collision when entering a contraflow system, you should Mark three answers. Reduce speed in good time Switch lanes at any time to make progress Choose an appropriate lane in good time Keep the correct separation distance Increase speed to pass through quickly Follow other motorists closely to avoid long queues |
| 3 | Your mobile phone rings while you are travelling. You should Mark one answer. Stop immediately Answer it immediately Pull up in a suitable place Pull up at the nearest curb |
| 4 | You are driving along a country road. A horse and rider are approaching. What should you do? Mark two answers. Increase your speed Sound your horn Flash your headlights Drive slowly past Give plenty of room Rev your engine |
| 5 | You are following a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow country road. There is a junction just ahead on the right. What should you do? Mark one answer. Overtake after checking your mirrors and signalling Stay behind until you are past the junction Accelerate quickly to pass before the junction Slow down and prepare to overtake on the left |
| 6 | You are waiting to emerge left from a minor road. A large vehicle is approaching from the right. You have time to turn, but you should wait. Why? Mark one answer. The large vehicle can easily hide an overtaking vehicle The large vehicle can turn suddenly The large vehicle is difficult to steer in a straight line The large vehicle can easily hide vehicles from the left |
| 7 | In which of these situations should you avoid overtaking? Mark one answer Just after a bend In a one-way street On a 30 mph road Approaching a dip in the road |
| 8 | You are in a one-way street and want to turn right. You should position yourself Mark one answer. In the right-hand lane In the left-hand lane In either lane, depending on the traffic Just left of the centre line |
| 9 | You are approaching a pelican crossing. The amber light is flashing. You must Mark one answer. Give way to pedestrians who are crossing Encourage pedestrians to cross Not move until the green light appears Stop even if the crossing is clear |
| 10 | You are following a vehicle on a wet road. You should leave a time gap of at least Mark one answer. One second Two seconds Three seconds Four seconds |
| 11 | If a trailer swerves or snakes when you are towing it you should Mark one answer. Ease off the accelerator and reduce your speed Let go of the steering wheel and let it correct itself Brake hard and hold the pedal down Increase your speed as quickly as possible |
| 12 | Before starting a journey it is wise to plan your route. How can you do this? Mark one answer. Look at a map Contact your local garage Look in your vehicle handbook Check your vehicle registration document |
| 13 | You wish to park facing DOWNHILL. Which TWO of the following should you do? Mark two answers. Turn the steering wheel towards the kerb Park close to the bumper of another car Park with two wheels on the kerb Put the handbrake on firmly Turn the steering wheel away from the kerb |
| 14 | You stop for pedestrians waiting to cross at a zebra crossing. They do not start to cross. What should you do? Mark one answer. Be patient and wait Sound your horn Carry on Wave then to cross |
| 15 | On very hot weather the road surface can become soft. Which TWO of the following will be most affected? Mark two answers. The suspension The grip of the tyres The braking The exhaust |
| 16 | You are planning a long journey. Do you need to plan rest stops? Mark one answer. Yes, you should plan to stop every half hour Yes, regular stops help concentration No, you will be less tired if you get there as soon as possible No, only fuel stops will be needed |
| 17 | Which of the following may cause loss of concentration on a long journey? Mark four answers. Loud music Arguing with a passenger Using a mobile phone Putting in a cassette tape Stopping to regularly to rest Pulling up to tune the radio |
| 18 | Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights? Mark one answer. To be seen when driving at high speed To use if broken down in a dangerous position To make them more visible in thick fog To warn drivers following closely to drop back |
| 19 | At which type of crossing are cyclists allowed to ride across with pedestrians? Mark one answer. Toucan Puffin Pelican Zebra |
| 20 | At a pelican crossing the flashing amber light means you MUST Mark one answer. Stop and wait for the green light Stop and wait for the red light Give way to pedestrians waiting to cross Give way to pedestrians already on the crossing |
| 21 | On a three-lane motorway which lane should you normally use? Mark one answer. Left Right Centre Either the right or centre |
| 22 | An MOT certificate is normally valid for Mark one answer. Three years after the date it was issued 10,000 miles One year after the date it was issued 30 000 miles |
| 23 | Freezing conditions will affect the distance it takes you to come to a stop. You should expect stopping distances to increase by up to Mark one answer. Two times Three times Five times Ten times |
| 24 | Overloading your vehicle can seriously affect the Mark two answers. Gearbox Steering Handling Battery life Journey time |
| 25 | What should you do when overtaking a motorcyclist in strong winds? Mark one answer. Pass close Pass quickly Pass wide Pass immediately |
| 26 | You are driving on an icy road. How can you avoid wheelspin? Mark one answer. Drive at a slow speed in as high gear as possible Use the handbrake if the wheels start to slip Brake gently and repeatedly Drive in a low gear at all times |
| 27 | How should you dispose of a used battery? Mark two answers. Take it to a local authority site Put it in the dustbin Break it into pieces Leave it on wasteland Take it to a garage Burn it in a fire |
| 28 | Catalytic converters are fitted to make the Mark one answer. Engines produce more power Exhaust systems easier to replace Engines run quietly Exhaust fumes cleaner |
| 29 | You are turning left on a slippery road. The back of your vehicle slides to the right. You should Mark one answer. Brake firmly and not turn the steering wheel Steer carefully to the left Steer carefully to the right Brake firmly and steer to the left |
| 30 | When driving in falling snow you should Mark one answer. Brake firmly and quickly Be ready to steer sharply Use sidelights only Brake gently in plenty of time |
| 31 | Anti-lock brakes prevent wheels from locking. This means the tyres are less likely to Mark one answer. Aquaplane Skid Puncture Wear |
| 32 | What is the most common cause of skidding? Mark one answer. Worn tyres Driver error Other vehicles Pedestrians |
| 33 | You are approaching two cyclists. They approach a roundabout in the left-hand lane. In which direction should you expect the cyclists to go? Mark one answer. Left Right Any direction Straight ahead |
| 34 | Road humps, chicanes, and road narrowings are Mark one answer. Always at major road works Used to increase traffic speed At toll-bridge approaches only Traffic calming measures |
| 35 | Motorcyclists will often look round over their right shoulder just before turning right. This is because Mark one answer. They need to listen for following traffic Motorcycles do not have mirrors Look around helps them balance as they turn They need to check for traffic in their blind area |
| 36 | You think the driver in the vehicle in front has forgotten to cancel their right indicator. You should Mark one answer. Flash your lights to alert the driver Sound your horn before overtaking Overtake on the left if there is room Stay behind and not overtake |
| 37 | Which TWO are badly affected if the tyres are under-inflated? Mark two answers. Braking Steering Changing gear Parking |
| 38 | What is the most likely cause of high fuel consumption? Mark one answer? Poor steering control Accelerating around bends Staying in high gears Harsh braking and accelerating |
| 39 | Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable Mark one answer. When moving off On dual carriageways When approaching junctions On motorways |
| 40 | How can you tell if you are driving on ice? Mark Two answers. The tyres make a rumbling noise The tyres make hardly any noise The steering becomes heavier The steering becomes lighter |
| 41 | Braking distances on ice can be Mark one answer. Twice the normal distance Give times the normal distance Seven times the normal distance Ten times the normal distance |
| 42 | Why should you always reduce your speed when travelling in fog? Mark one answer. The brakes do not work as well You will be dazzled by oncoming headlights The engine will take longer to warm up It is more difficult to see events ahead |
| 43 | You see a vehicle coming towards you on a single-track road. You should Mark one answer. Go back to the main road Do an emergency stop Stop at a passing place Put on your hazard warning lights |
| 44 | What percentage of all emissions does road transport account for? Mark one answer. 10% 20% 30% 40% |
| 45 | You are at the scene of an accident. Someone is suffering from shock. You should Mark four answers. Reassure then constantly Offer them a cigarette Keep them warm Avoid moving them if possible Avoid leaving them alone Give them a warm drink |
| 46 | The fluid level in your battery is low. What should you top it up with? Mark one answer. Battery acid Distilled water Engine oil Engine coolant |
| 47 | How can you stop a caravan snaking from side to side? Mark one answer. Turn the steering wheel slowly to each side Accelerate to increase your speed Stop as quickly as you can Slow down very gradually |
| 48 | You must NOT sound your horn Mark one answer. Between 10 pm and 6 am in a built-up area At any time in a built-up area Between 11.30 pm and 7 am in a built-up area Between 11.30 pm and 6 am on any road |
| 49 | A driver does something that upsets you. You should Mark one answer. Try not to react Let them know how you feel Flash your headlights several times Sound your horn |
| 50 | Before you make a U-turn in the road, you should Mark one answer Give an arm signal as well as using your indicators Signal so that other drivers can slow down for you Look over your shoulder for a final check Select a higher gear than normal |