Driver Fast Practice

Welcome to the 'Car Short Test'

This practice test will select 10 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 10 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz, with a hint available on each question should you need it.

Each question is representative of the type used by the DVSA for your real theory exam.

Instructions:

The test will begin after you select the 'Next' button below.
For each question, choose from the four multiple choice answers provided.
Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
A confirmation screen will appear at the end for you to submit the test to be scored. Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

1) Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Children.

Pedestrians.

Motorcycle riders.

Traffic police.

Hint

2) You are approaching a pelican crossing with the signal showing green as pictured. Pedestrians are crossing the road. You should:

Wait patiently and allow pedestrians plenty of time to cross.

Rev your engine to let pedestrians know you have right of way.

Edge your vehicle forward slowly to stop any more pedestrians from crossing.

Use your horn to alert pedestrians to hurry up.

Hint

3) Why should you be aware of an approaching tram?

They don't have any turn signals or brake lights.

They will always have right of way.

They are silent and cannot steer to avoid you.

They are powered by electricity.

Hint

4) If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Arrange another means of transport.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Hint

5) You are waiting at a pelican crossing and the signal turns green as pictured. Pedestrians are crossing the road. You should:

Use your horn to alert pedestrians to hurry up.

Edge your vehicle forward slowly to stop any more pedestrians from crossing.

Wait patiently and allow pedestrians plenty of time to cross.

Rev your engine to let pedestrians know you have right of way.

Hint

6) At a pelican crossing, which traffic light will follow the solid red signal?

Solid amber signal.

Red and amber signals together.

Solid green signal.

Flashing amber signal.

Hint

7) You are approaching a zebra crossing and you see a wheelchair user waiting to cross. You should:

Stop if the yellow lights are flashing.

Stop and wave the pedestrians to cross.

Stop at the crossing to allow the wheelchair user to cross.

Speed up to get through more quickly.

Hint

8) You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Allow plenty of space.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Use your horn.

Hint

9) There are sheep in the road. What should you do?

Use your horn.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Turn around and find another route.

Hint

10) You are approaching a pelican crossing with the signals flashing amber as pictured. Pedestrians are waiting to cross the road. You should:

Rev your engine to let pedestrians know you have right of way.

Use your horn to alert pedestrians to hurry up.

Give way to allow pedestrians plenty of time to cross.

Wait for the green light before proceeding

Hint

Thank you for completing the 'Car Short Test'

If you would like to review your answers before scoring, use the 'Previous' and 'Next' buttons.

Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.

Car Theory Fast Practice Test