Official question bank: Lorry + trailer (CE)

Whilst driving an articulated lorry on a narrow road you approach a left bend. Why may you need to move out before turning in?

The trailer cuts in on bends, so a long vehicle may need to move out first to stop the trailer wheels mounting the kerb.

How should an ISO steel cargo container be secured to your vehicle or trailer?

ISO containers are designed to be secured by twist locks that engage the container's corner castings.

You are about to overtake a motorcyclist and he looks over his right shoulder. It is most likely that:

A rider looking over the right shoulder is usually checking before moving out to the right, so hold back.

You are driving behind a moped and you want to turn left at a junction just ahead. You should:

Stay behind the moped until it has passed the junction; overtaking or running alongside it and then turning left could cut across the rider.

Another vehicle has overtaken you and has pulled in too close in front. You should:

Slow down to restore a safe following distance; flashing, tailgating or re-overtaking only increases the danger.

A large vehicle is most stable when driven in a straight line under:

Gentle acceleration in a straight line keeps the weight evenly balanced and the drive wheels gripping, which is when a large vehicle is most stable.

You should be careful NOT to allow your vehicle to spill diesel fuel onto the road. It can be a serious risk ESPECIALLY to:

Spilled diesel makes the road extremely slippery; motorcycles, with only two wheels, can easily skid and fall.

You are driving a vehicle with excessive exhaust smoke. Which TWO of the following are correct?

Emitting excessive exhaust smoke is an offence, and other road users or authorities may report the vehicle.

You are following a scooter. The rider has left it too late to avoid potholes in the road. You should be aware that the rider may suddenly:

A rider who notices potholes too late is likely to brake and slow down suddenly, so keep a safe distance behind.

If the brake air pressure warning light comes on whilst driving you should:

Low air pressure can lead to brake failure, so stop safely and get help immediately.

Brake fade happens when the brakes get too:

Brake fade is caused by the brakes overheating through continuous use.

What is 'brake fade'?

Brake fade is a reduction in braking effectiveness, usually because the brakes have overheated.

To prevent brake fade you should:

A lower gear and the endurance brake (retarder) control your speed without overheating the service brakes.

'Brake fade' is a loss of brake effectiveness caused by their continuous use. This can happen when driving:

On a long downhill gradient the brakes may be used continuously, overheat and lose effectiveness.

The main cause of brake fade is:

Brake fade is mainly caused by the brakes overheating through prolonged or repeated use.

You are behind a large vehicle. How can you improve your view ahead?

Staying further back widens your field of view past the large vehicle and gives you more time to react.

You should overtake at night only when:

At night you should only overtake when you can see well ahead and can complete the move without cutting in on the vehicle you have passed.

After driving through a flood you should:

Wet brakes are less effective; driving slowly in a low gear while lightly applying the footbrake generates heat that dries them out.

Coasting downhill could seriously affect the correct working of the:

Coasting means more use of the brakes and less engine-driven air supply, which can seriously affect the air brakes.

Your vehicle has power-assisted steering. Its main purpose is to:

Power-assisted steering is designed mainly to reduce the effort the driver needs to turn the steering wheel.

Many vehicles are fitted with power-assisted steering. You need to be aware that this:

Power steering senses when you start to turn the wheel and assists you, making the steering feel light and easier to turn; it does not stop you oversteering.

On a vehicle with automatic transmission you would use 'kickdown' to:

Kickdown – pressing the accelerator fully down – makes an automatic gearbox change to a lower gear for quicker acceleration, for example when overtaking.

What should you do if you are driving in busy traffic and you lose your way?

Never look at maps while driving; continue until you can stop safely and then check your route.

Your nearside mirror is most likely to endanger pedestrians when:

On a large vehicle the nearside (left) mirror can overhang the pavement and strike pedestrians when you drive close to the kerb.

You should use the 'two-second rule':

The two-second rule is a simple way of keeping a safe following distance from the vehicle in front in good conditions.

Before starting your engine your seat should be adjusted for the:

Adjust the seat for height, back support and distance from the controls so you can reach everything and see clearly.

A properly adjusted head restraint will:

A correctly adjusted head restraint limits how far your head is thrown back in a collision, helping to prevent neck (whiplash) injuries.

What could reduce the risk of neck injury in a collision?

A properly adjusted head restraint supports your head in a collision and reduces the risk of neck injury.

You may remove your seat belt when carrying out a manoeuvre that involves:

You are allowed to take off your seat belt while reversing, so you can turn round to see behind; put it back on afterwards.

You are driving along this road. The red van cuts in close in front of you. What should you do?

Stay calm and ease off to rebuild a safe gap behind the red van; flashing, hooting or closing up only makes the situation more dangerous.

While driving you approach a large puddle that is close to the left-hand kerb. Pedestrians are close to the water. You should:

Slow down before the puddle and avoid splashing pedestrians; splashing people is inconsiderate and can be an offence.

What should you do if a long heavily laden lorry is taking a long time to overtake you?

Slowing down lets the long, heavy lorry complete its overtake and move back in sooner and more safely.

You are driving a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow road. If a car wishes to overtake, you should:

Don't hold up a queue: pull in where it is safe so faster traffic can pass.

You are driving a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow winding road. In order to let other vehicles overtake you should:

On narrow winding roads, pull in when it is safe so following vehicles can pass you safely.

What should you use your horn for?

The horn is only for warning other road users that you are there; never use it in anger, as a greeting or to claim priority.

You are following a car driven by a learner driver. You cannot overtake it. You should:

Learners may make mistakes such as stalling or stopping unexpectedly, so be patient, stay well back and be ready to react.

Large vehicles have many blind spots. What does 'blind spot' mean?

A blind spot is an area around the vehicle that cannot be seen in your mirrors, so you must look round or use extra mirrors to check it.

You are driving a vehicle fitted with a hand-held telephone. To answer it you should:

Using a hand-held phone while driving is not allowed; find a safe place to stop before answering.

You have a mobile telephone fitted in your vehicle. It should only be used when you are:

A phone distracts you from driving, so it should only be used when you have stopped in a safe place.

A pelican crossing that crosses the road in a STRAIGHT line and has a central island must be treated as:

If a pelican crossing goes straight across with a central island, it is one crossing: give way to pedestrians on either side of the island.

At a zebra crossing you should:

Never stop on a zebra crossing in a queue; keep it clear so pedestrians can cross safely.

In fast traffic a two-second gap may be enough only when conditions are:

A two-second gap is only enough in good, dry conditions; in wet, damp or foggy conditions you need a much larger gap.

Following a large goods lorry too closely is dangerous because:

Close behind a large lorry your view of the road ahead is seriously reduced, leaving you unable to see hazards in time.

You are following a car on a wet road. What should your following distance be?

On wet roads stopping distances can double, so the two-second gap should be at least doubled to four seconds.

A coach is overtaking you. When it is safe for the coach to move back to the left you should:

Easing off gives the coach room to move back in safely and restores a safe gap in front of you; do not use light signals that could be misunderstood.

What should you do when being followed by an ambulance showing a flashing blue beacon?

Help emergency vehicles get through by pulling over as soon as it is safe, without braking harshly or stopping dangerously.

A bus has stopped at a bus stop ahead of you and its right-hand indicator is flashing. You should:

A bus signalling to pull out from a stop should be given way to when it is safe to do so.

You stop for pedestrians waiting to cross at a zebra crossing. They do not start to cross. What should you do?

Be patient and give pedestrians time; do not wave them across, because another vehicle may not have stopped.

You should beckon pedestrians to cross the road at:

Never wave pedestrians across: they may step into the path of another vehicle you cannot see.

You should never wave people across at zebra crossings because:

Another vehicle may be approaching that has not seen the pedestrians, so waving them across could lead them into danger.

You are driving close to the kerb in a busy shopping area. What dangers should you be most aware of?

Close to the kerb, watch for cyclists passing on your left, your nearside mirror hitting pedestrians and people stepping off the pavement.

You have stopped for an elderly pedestrian who is slowly crossing the road. Traffic behind you is being held up. What should you do?

Elderly pedestrians may need more time; wait patiently and let them cross in their own time, even if traffic builds up.

Where should you NOT park your vehicle or trailer?

Parking opposite a traffic island, in front of an entrance or near the brow of a hill blocks the road or access and creates danger for others.

Mirrors fitted to your vehicle MUST be:

Whatever type they are, mirrors must be clean and properly adjusted so that you have a clear view behind and to the sides.

You are driving a slow-moving vehicle along a narrow road. You should let other vehicles overtake by:

Pulling in when it is safe lets queuing traffic pass; signals or waving could mislead other drivers.

As you drive past a group of school children standing close to the kerb you should:

Children near the kerb are on your nearside (left), so check that mirror to make sure you pass them safely.

You are driving at a legal speed limit. A vehicle comes up quickly behind flashing its headlights. You should:

Even if you are within the limit, let the vehicle overtake; don't try to block it, brake-test or speed up.

A vehicle pulls out in front of you at a junction. What should you do?

Stay calm, slow down and be ready to stop rather than reacting aggressively.

Your mobile phone rings while you are driving. You should:

Don't answer while driving or stop suddenly; wait until you can pull up in a suitable, safe place.

You are most likely to lose concentration when driving if you:

Using a mobile phone, even hands-free, takes your attention away from the road and is the most likely of these to make you lose concentration.

You should ONLY use a mobile/cellular phone when

A mobile phone should only be used when you are safely and suitably parked, never while driving.

Which THREE result from drinking alcohol and driving?

Alcohol reduces your control, impairs your judgement of speed and gives a false sense of confidence.

Which THREE of these are likely effects of drinking alcohol while driving?

Alcohol gives false confidence, reduces coordination and impairs judgment, making driving dangerous.

Drinking any amount of alcohol is likely to:

Any amount of alcohol can give false confidence, worsen your judgment of speed and slow your reactions to hazards.

What else can seriously affect your concentration when driving other than alcoholic drinks?

Loud music distracts you, while tiredness and drugs slow your reactions and reduce concentration.

How does alcohol affect your driving?

Alcohol reduces your concentration and slows your reactions; it never improves coordination or awareness.

Your doctor has given you a course of medicine. Why should you ask if it is OK to drive?

Some medicines cause drowsiness or slow your reactions, so check with your doctor or pharmacist whether it is safe to drive.

You are about to drive home. You feel very tired and have a severe headache. You should:

Tiredness and illness affect your driving; do not drive until you are fit and well.

What are the maximum speed limits in built-up areas and elsewhere for goods vehicles exceeding 3.5 tonnes GVW unless indicated otherwise?

According to the official answer, goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes GVW are limited to 40 kph in built-up areas and 60 kph elsewhere unless signs show otherwise.

When approaching a zebra crossing you should:

Look out for pedestrians waiting to cross and be ready to slow down and stop in good time.

You are driving in heavy rain. Your steering suddenly feels very light. What should you do?

Light steering in heavy rain means aquaplaning; ease off the accelerator gently so the tyres regain grip, without braking or steering sharply.

You are waiting at a T-junction. A vehicle is coming from the right with the left signal flashing. What should you do?

A signal may have been left on by mistake; wait until the vehicle actually starts to turn before you emerge.

You are about to pass this car. What are the TWO main hazards you should be aware of?

A parked car may pull out without warning and its driver's door may open suddenly, so leave plenty of room.

Before braking in wet conditions you should make sure if possible that:

Braking while travelling in a straight line reduces the risk of skidding, especially on wet roads.

When driving, on which TWO occasions would you be most likely to experience weight transfers?

Weight shifts sideways when cornering and forwards when braking, affecting the vehicle's stability.

When driving a laden vehicle downhill the effect of gravity will tend to:

Going downhill, gravity makes a laden vehicle speed up, so more braking effort is needed and stopping distances increase.

Which one of these vehicles is most at risk from strong crosswinds on motorways?

According to the official answer, a motorcycle is most at risk because it is light and can easily be blown off course.

You are driving a large vehicle in gusty conditions. Which one of the following is most likely to be affected when you overtake it?

When you overtake, a motorcycle may be hit by the gust as it comes out of your vehicle's shelter, so give it plenty of room.

Which road users are in the most danger from the buffering effects of large vehicles?

Cyclists, horse riders and pedestrians are unprotected and can be pushed or unsettled by the air buffeting from large vehicles.

Turbulence is created by large vehicles travelling at speed. This is most likely to be a danger to:

Light or high-sided road users such as caravans, motorcyclists and cyclists can be pushed off course by the turbulence of a large vehicle.

You are following a scooter on an uneven road. You should:

On uneven roads scooter riders may swerve suddenly to avoid pot-holes, so leave them extra room.

The road is wet. Why might a motorcyclist steer around drain covers on a bend?

Wet drain covers are slippery and can make a motorcycle skid, especially when leaning on a bend.

In heavy rain what is the least amount of space you should allow for braking?

On wet roads stopping distances can be at least double, so allow at least twice the normal distance.

You are driving on a dual carriageway and the vision ahead of you is poor due to heavy spray. Which THREE of the following should you do?

In heavy spray use dipped headlights so you can be seen, reduce your speed and increase your gap to at least four seconds; full beam would reflect back and dazzle.

You are driving in heavy rain. Why is there a need to increase your distance from the vehicle in front?

In heavy rain tyres have less grip, stopping distances can double and spray reduces visibility, so increase your following distance.

A driver pulls out of a side road in front of you. You have to brake hard. You should:

Everyone makes mistakes; stay calm and don't react aggressively, which could provoke further danger.

A car driver pulls out causing you to brake. You should:

Keep calm and do not retaliate; aggressive reactions only increase the risk of a collision.

Tailgating another vehicle is dangerous because:

Driving too close restricts your view ahead and leaves too little distance in which to brake if the vehicle in front stops suddenly.

You should take care when overtaking at night because:

In the dark it is harder to judge the speed and distance of oncoming vehicles, so overtaking needs extra care.

What should you do before overtaking or changing lanes?

Always check your mirrors carefully before overtaking or changing lanes to see what is behind and alongside you.

You have just overtaken another vehicle. When moving back you should avoid:

Make sure you are well clear before moving back, so you don't cut in on the vehicle you have just overtaken.

You should not overtake when:

Do not overtake if it would force others to slow down, if you cannot see clearly ahead or if you would need to exceed the speed limit.

After overtaking another large vehicle how would you know when it was safe to move back to the nearside lane?

Your nearside mirror shows when the vehicle you overtook is far enough behind for you to move back safely; don't rely on other drivers' signals.

Because of its size and design a large vehicle will have:

Their length, height and cab design give large vehicles more blind spots than smaller vehicles.

You are driving on a dual carriageway and intend to overtake the vehicle ahead. Behind there is a car approaching quickly in the right-hand lane. You should:

Moving out into the path of a fast-approaching car would be dangerous; stay behind the slower vehicle until it is safe to overtake.

What should you do after overtaking on a dual carriageway?

After overtaking, return to the left-hand lane as soon as it is safe to do so.

You are turning right at a roundabout driving a long vehicle. You need to occupy part of the left-hand lane. You should check mirrors and:

Signal right on approach so other road users know your intentions, even though your long vehicle uses part of the left-hand lane.

You are driving at night in a built-up area. To ensure that you can be seen you should use:

In lit built-up areas dipped headlights help others see you without dazzling them.

What must you do if you are involved in an accident?

If you are involved in an accident you must stop at the scene; call 112 if anyone is injured or there is danger.

At an accident a casualty is unconscious. Which THREE of the following should you check urgently?

Follow the ABC of first aid: check the Airway, Breathing and Circulation first, and call 112.

You arrive at the scene of an accident. It has just happened and someone is unconscious. Which of the following should be given urgent priority to help them?

Life-saving priorities are to clear and keep open the airway, check breathing and stop any heavy bleeding; never give an injured person anything to drink.

At an accident a casualty is unconscious but still breathing. You should only move them if:

Moving a casualty could worsen injuries, especially to the spine, so only move them if they are in further danger.

Which type of fire extinguisher should NOT be used on flammable liquids?

Water extinguishers must not be used on burning flammable liquids, as water can spread the burning liquid.

Before driving through a tunnel what should you do?

Remove sunglasses before entering a tunnel so your eyes can adjust quickly to the darker conditions inside.

You are driving through a tunnel and the traffic is flowing freely. What should you do?

Use dipped headlights in a tunnel so that you can see and be seen, even when traffic is flowing freely.

You are driving through a congested tunnel and have to stop. What should you do?

Keep a safe gap from the vehicle in front in a tunnel queue, so there is room to manoeuvre in an emergency.

You are driving through a tunnel. Your vehicle breaks down. What should you do?

Switch on your hazard warning lights immediately to warn other drivers, then follow the tunnel emergency procedures.

You have an accident while driving through a tunnel. You are not injured but your vehicle cannot be driven. What should you do first?

First switch off the engine to reduce the fire risk and switch on hazard lights to warn others; then call for help on 112.

After recoupling a trailer what should you do LAST?

The trailer parking brake is released only after all lines are connected and the coupling has been checked.

Your lorry coupling system (fifth wheel) should be checked and lubricated:

The fifth wheel coupling must be checked and lubricated regularly to keep it working safely.

A fifth wheel type coupling relies on which of the following connecting devices?

The trailer's kingpin locks into the jaws of the fifth wheel on the tractor unit.

What is the very FIRST thing you must do when uncoupling a trailer?

Before anything is disconnected the vehicle must be secured with the parking brake and the trailer legs lowered to support it.

Before disconnecting any of the airlines when uncoupling a trailer you MUST:

The landing gear must be lowered to support the trailer before any air lines are disconnected.

When you are uncoupling a trailer you should:

Secure the trailer with its brakes first, and uncouple on firm, level ground so it stays stable on its legs.

As a driver you should use your mirrors:

Check your mirrors regularly while driving and before opening your door; mirrors cannot show the blind spot, and they should be checked before, not as, you signal.

Before you get out of your cab you must:

Always apply the parking brake before leaving the cab so the vehicle cannot move.

Before you leave your vehicle you must always:

The parking brake must always be applied before leaving the vehicle to stop it from rolling away.

Before opening your cab door you should be aware of:

Check your mirrors and look round for vehicles, cyclists and motorcyclists passing close by before opening your cab door.

You are driving a lorry with an ISO container on a trailer. You must ensure that:

An ISO container is held by its twist locks, so every locking lever must be engaged and secured before driving.

After recoupling how should you make sure that the tractor and trailer are correctly secure?

A gentle tug forward in low gear with the trailer parking brake still on confirms the kingpin is locked into the fifth wheel.

When uncoupling or recoupling your trailer you must first check?

The trailer brake must be applied first so the trailer cannot roll away during coupling or uncoupling.

You are uncoupling a lorry and trailer. After disconnecting the electric line what should you do?

Once disconnected, the electric line should be stowed safely so it cannot be damaged or cause a hazard.

After recoupling your trailer you should adjust your mirrors to enable you to see:

Mirrors must be set so you can see the full length of each side of the trailer.

Jack-knifing is more likely to occur when driving:

An unladen lorry has less weight on its wheels, so they lock more easily under braking and jack-knifing is more likely.

To park your trailer you should choose a site that is?

A trailer should be parked where it is legal to do so, on firm and level ground so it stays stable.

What should you first check before moving to the RIGHT?

Before moving right, first check the offside (right-hand) mirror.

You are about to move off. You should always:

Before moving off, check your mirrors and look round to cover the blind spots.

In which THREE of the following situations would you FIRST need to check your nearside mirror?

The nearside (left) mirror is checked first before moving left and after passing vehicles or pedestrians on your left, to make sure you are clear of them.

The MSM routine is used to negotiate a hazard. What do the initials MSM stand for?

MSM stands for Mirror - Signal - Manoeuvre: check mirrors, signal if needed, then manoeuvre.

You are turning right onto a dual carriageway from a side road. Your vehicle is too long for the central gap. How should you proceed?

If your vehicle is too long to wait in the central gap, it would block traffic, so wait until the road is clear in both directions before emerging.

You are turning right at a T-junction. Your view to the right and left is blocked due to parked vehicles. You should:

Creep forward slowly until you can see clearly past the parked vehicles, ready to stop, before emerging.

Motorcycle riders are more at risk from other road users. This is because they:

Motorcyclists are smaller and harder for other road users to see, which puts them at greater risk.

What is the MAIN cause of motorcycle collisions?

Most motorcycle collisions are caused by other drivers who fail to see or anticipate the motorcyclist.

At road junctions which of the following are most at risk?

Cyclists, pedestrians and motorcyclists are the most vulnerable road users at junctions.

Driving too close to the car in front will:

Driving too close to the vehicle in front decreases your view of the road ahead and the hazards on it.

At junctions it is difficult to see motorcyclists because they:

Motorcycles are narrow and small, so they are easily hidden by blind spots and window pillars; look carefully at junctions.

Drivers should be aware that motorcyclists are more vulnerable ESPECIALLY:

Motorcyclists are especially at risk on poor road surfaces, in gusty winds and from vehicles emerging from junctions.

Before reversing you MUST always:

Before reversing you must look all around, as large vehicles have big blind areas behind them where people may be hidden.

You will be driving your vehicle in Europe. Which of these documents MUST you carry?

When driving abroad you must carry your valid national driving licence.

When driving in Europe you must carry:

The vehicle registration document must be carried to prove the vehicle's registration and ownership.

You intend to drive in Europe. What must you carry?

Your valid national driving licence must be carried whenever you drive in Europe.

Which of the following vehicles are MOST likely to cause severe damage to road surfaces?

Heavy vehicles such as buses and lorries put much higher loads on the road surface and cause the most damage.

Air suspension can reduce damage to:

Air suspension spreads loads and reduces vibration, lessening damage to the road surface, bridges and underground services.

You can help to reduce the impact of road transport on the environment by:

Smooth driving, braking in good time and avoiding harsh acceleration save fuel and reduce emissions.

As a driver you can help to protect the environment by:

Using bypasses avoids stop-start town traffic, reducing fuel use and pollution in town centres.

As a driver you can help to ease traffic congestion by:

Planning your journeys to avoid peak times helps reduce congestion.

Which THREE of the following could cause unnecessary pollution to the environment?

Poor maintenance, poor driving and excessive exhaust fumes all increase emissions unnecessarily.

Diesel fuel has been spilled on the road. This will cause particular danger to:

Diesel makes the road surface very slippery, which is particularly dangerous for two-wheeled motorcycles.

What must you do after filling your fuel tanks?

Make sure the filler caps are securely closed and clean up any spilled fuel, as diesel on the road is very slippery and harmful to the environment.

Your vehicle leaks diesel fuel on a roundabout. This will most affect:

Motorcyclists lean over when going round a roundabout, so diesel on the surface can easily make them skid and fall.

You have lost the filler cap to your diesel tank. You should:

Without a proper filler cap fuel can spill onto the road, so get a replacement before driving.

The vehicle ahead is being driven by a learner driver. You should:

Learners may make mistakes or react slowly; keep calm and be patient.

You are driving towards a zebra crossing. Waiting to cross is a person in a wheelchair. You should:

Be prepared to stop and let the wheelchair user cross; don't wave them on, as another vehicle may not stop.

You have stopped at a pelican crossing. A disabled person is crossing slowly in front of you. The lights have now changed to green. You should:

Even when the lights turn green, be patient and let the person finish crossing; pedestrians already on the crossing must be allowed to cross.

Which sign means that there may be people walking along the road?

A

B

C

D

The fourth sign is the warning sign for pedestrians walking in the road ahead, used where there is no pavement.

You are turning left at a junction. Pedestrians have started to cross the road. You should:

Pedestrians who have already started to cross the road you are turning into have priority, so give way to them.

You are turning left from a main road into a side road. People are already crossing the road into which you are turning. You should:

People already crossing the road you are turning into have priority; wait and let them cross.

You are at a road junction turning into a minor road. There are pedestrians crossing the minor road. You should:

Pedestrians already crossing the road you are turning into have priority, so give way to them.

You intend to turn right into a side road. Just before turning you should check for motorcyclists who might be:

When you are waiting to turn right, motorcyclists may overtake you on the right, so check your right mirror and blind spot before turning.

What action would you take when elderly people are crossing the road?

Elderly people may need more time to cross, so be patient and let them cross in their own time without hurrying them.

You see two elderly pedestrians about to cross the road ahead. You should:

Elderly pedestrians may misjudge the speed of approaching traffic, so slow down and be ready to stop.

You are coming up to a roundabout. A cyclist is signaling to turn right. What should you do?

A cyclist turning right at a roundabout may stay in the left lane and cross your path, so give them plenty of room.

You are waiting to come out of a side road. Why should you watch carefully for motorcycles?

Motorcycles are smaller and can easily be hidden by other vehicles or street furniture, so look carefully before emerging.

In daylight an approaching motorcyclist is using a dipped headlight. Why?

Motorcyclists use dipped headlights in daylight so that they can be seen more easily by other road users.

Motorcyclists should wear bright clothing mainly because:

Drivers often fail to see motorcyclists, so bright clothing makes them more conspicuous.

Motorcyclists will often look round over their right shoulder just before turning right. This is because:

Looking over the right shoulder lets motorcyclists check the blind area that their mirrors do not cover before turning right.

At road junctions which of the following are most vulnerable?

Cyclists, pedestrians and motorcyclists have little protection and are hard to see at junctions, making them the most vulnerable.

As you approach a pelican crossing the lights change to green. Elderly people are halfway across. You should:

Pedestrians still on the crossing must be allowed to finish crossing; elderly people may take longer, so wait patiently.

You are approaching this crossing. You should:

Pedestrians are waiting near the crossing, so be ready to slow down and stop to let them cross.

You are following a motorcyclist on an uneven road. You should:

On uneven roads motorcyclists may swerve suddenly to avoid pot-holes, so leave them extra room.

You are following two cyclists. They approach a roundabout in the left-hand lane. In which direction should you expect the cyclists to go?

Cyclists often keep to the left-hand lane at a roundabout whatever exit they intend to take, so be ready for them to go in any direction.

Which THREE of the following are hazards motorcyclists present in queues of traffic?

In slow queues motorcyclists may filter between lanes, pass very close and cut in just ahead of you, so check your mirrors often.

How would you react to drivers who appear to be inexperienced?

Inexperienced drivers may react slowly or make mistakes; be patient and allow for this.

You are following a learner driver who stalls at a junction. You should:

Learner drivers are expected to make mistakes such as stalling; be patient and do not pressure them.

You are following a car driven by an elderly driver. You should:

Older drivers' reactions may be slower, so allow for this and keep a safe distance.

You want to turn right from a main road into a side road. Just before turning you should:

In Malta overtaking is done on the right, so just before turning right check your right-hand mirror and blind spot for vehicles overtaking you.

You are driving in town. There is a bus at the bus stop on the other side of the road. Why should you be careful?

Pedestrians who have just got off the bus may step out from behind it into your path without seeing you.

How should you overtake horse riders?

Horses can be easily frightened, so pass slowly and give them plenty of room.

You are driving on a main road. You intend to turn right into a side road. Just before turning you should:

Vehicles overtake on the right in Malta, so a final check to the right just before turning right prevents a collision with an overtaking vehicle.

What is the meaning of this traffic sign?

This sign tells you that you have priority over oncoming vehicles on the narrow section ahead; still proceed with care.

What does this sign mean?

This sign gives you priority over vehicles coming from the opposite direction through the narrow section ahead.

Which FOUR of these would be indicated by a triangular road sign?

Triangular signs give warnings: low bridge, road narrows, T-junction and children crossing; 'Ahead only' and 'Minimum speed' are circular orders.

Which sign means that pedestrians may be walking along the road?

A

B

C

D

The first sign is the warning sign for pedestrians in the road ahead, used where there is no pavement.

What does this traffic sign mean?

A triangular sign with an exclamation mark warns of a general danger ahead; the plate below may explain the hazard.

You see this traffic light ahead. Which light(s) will come on next?

The light shown is amber alone, and after amber alone comes red alone.

What does this sign mean?

This is the clearway sign: you must not stop on the road at any time, even to pick up or set down passengers.

What does this sign mean?

A red circle with a crossed-out U-shaped arrow means no U-turns.

The driver of the car in front is giving this arm signal. This means the driver

The arm signal shown is the official signal that the driver intends to turn left.

You are approaching this sign. Who has priority?

This sign (red circle with a red and black arrow) means give priority to oncoming traffic.

You are approaching a red traffic light. What signal or signals will show next?

The sequence after red is red and amber together, then green.

You see this sign ahead. What should you do?

This warning sign tells you the road narrows ahead, so slow down and take care.