Learning the Theory
As well as the practical learning of safer driving techniques, knowing the theory can be very important to make sure that you are safe on the roads.
If you don’t know the speed limits or what a hazard sign means, you could be putting yourself, your passengers and also other road users at risk.
Here are some examples of the type of question you will need to know to pass your theory test. Have a go and see how well you do!
Questions
1) If your steering suddenly feels light it is a sign that:
A – Your power steering system has failed
B – You are steering whilst the car is stationary
C – The tyres are losing their grip on the road
D – Your tyre pressures are low
2) At traffic lights, amber on its own means?
A – Go if the way is clear
B – Go if no pedestrians are crossing
C – Stop at the stop line
D – Prepare to go
3) What does this sign mean?
A – No Road Marking
B – No Entry
C – No Through Road
D – No Parking
4) When may you enter a box junction?
A – Only when your exit road is clear
B – Only when there are less than two vehicles in front
C – Whenever you need to turn right
D – Whenever the traffic lights show green
5) Travelling on a wet motorway with road spray you should:
A – Turn on your hazard lights
B – Turn on your rear fog lights
C – Turn on your front fog lights
D – Turn on your dipped headlights
6) Which statement is correct?
A – Never reverse from a side road into a main road
B – Never reverse from a main road into a side road
C – Where possible reverse out of a driveway
D – It’s O.K. to reverse your car for longer than necessary
7) You are travelling at 60 m.p.h. on a good, dry road. What is the overall stopping distance?
A – 120 ft (36 m)
B – 175 ft (53 m)
C – 190 ft (58 m)
D – 240 ft (73 m)
8 ) What is the normal ( national) speed limit for cars in the left-hand lane of a three-laned motorway?
A – 40 mph
B – 50 mph
C – 60 mph
D – 70 mph
9) You are allowed on a motorway provided:
A – You are with a qualified driving instructor
B – You don’t exceed 50 mph
C – You hold a full driving license
D – You are asked to do so by a Police Officer
10) When are you allowed to reverse on the motorway?
A – In an emergency
B – If you breakdown on the right hand lane
C – If you are on the hard shoulder
D – none