| 1: If a trailer swerves or snakes when you are towing it you should |
| ease off the accelerator and reduce your speed |
| brake hard and hold the pedal down |
| let go of the steering wheel and let it correct itself |
| increase your speed as quickly as possible |
| 2: Why would you fit a stabiliser before towing a caravan? |
| It will help with stability when driving in crosswinds |
| It will allow heavy items to be loaded behind the axle |
| It will help you to raise and lower the jockey wheel |
| It will allow you to tow without the breakaway cable |
| 3: You have just gone through deep water. To dry off the brakes you should |
| accelerate and keep to a high speed for a short time |
| go slowly while gently applying the brakes |
| avoid using the brakes at all for a few miles |
| stop for at least an hour to allow them time to dry |
| 4: Why might a motorcyclist steer round drain covers on a bend when the road is wet? |
| To help judge the bend |
| To avoid puncturing the tyres on the drain covers |
| To avoid splashing pedestrians |
| To prevent the motorcycle sliding on the metal covers |
| 5: A driver does something that upsets you. You should |
| try not to react |
| flash your headlights several times |
| let them know how you feel |
| sound your horn |
| 6: When is 'brake fade' likely to happen? |
| When the brakes are out of adjustment |
| Continuous use of the brakes |
| When approaching hazards |
| After every long journey |
| 7: An injured motorcyclist is lying unconscious in the road. You should |
| Remove the safety helmet |
| Move them to the pavement |
| Seek medical assistance |
| Leave them |
| 8: If you are driving your car through a ford or flood water, what gear should you be in? |
| First or second gear |
| Top gear |
| Third gear with slipping clutch |
| No gears at all, freewheeling |
| 9: If your vehicle is fitted with ABS braking, what effect is this most likely to have on the vehicle and the way it can be driven? |
| The brakes are better in the wet |
| The brakes can stop the car in a shorter distance |
| You can steer and brake together |
| The brakes will lock up quicker |
| 10: 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? |
| 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 |
| 11: If your steering suddenly feels light it is a sign that... |
| Your power steering system has failed |
| You are steering whilst the car is stationary |
| The tyres are losing their grip on the road |
| Your tyre pressures are low |
| 12: You arrive at the scene of a motorcycle accident. The rider is conscious but in shock. You must make sure that... |
| the rider is put in the recovery position |
| the rider's helmet is not removed |
| the rider is moved to the side of the road |
| the rider's helmet is removed |
| 13: When should you especially check the engine oil level? |
| On a cold morning |
| Every 5000 miles |
| Before starting a long journey |
| Before an MOT test |
| 14: You should only flash your headlights to other road users? |
| To tell them you have right of way |
| To show them you are about to reverse |
| To show them you are giving way |
| To let them know that you are there |
| 15: Overloading your vehicle can seriously affect? |
| Your comfort |
| The Handling |
| Your ability to change gears |
| The steering |
| 16: Driving past a row of parked vehicles. What should you look out for? |
| Drivers moving off without looking |
| Car doors opening |
| Pedestrians walking out from between them |
| All a, b and c |
| 17: You are driving passed a row of parked cars. What should you do if you see a football bounce out in front of you? |
| Sound your horn |
| Continue at the same speed, but flash your lights |
| Slow down and be prepared to stop |
| Stop and wave the children to fetch their football |
| 18: What are the main causes of accidents? |
| The road |
| Pedestrians |
| The driver |
| Reading signs |
| 19: You are planning to tow a caravan. Which of these will mostly help to aid the vehicle handling? |
| A jockey wheel fitted to the towbar |
| Power steering fitted to the towing vehicle |
| Anti-lock brakes fitted to the towing vehicle |
| A stabiliser fitted to the towbar |
| 20: During an emergency stop your wheels lock and skid, would you... |
| Turn the steering wheel to the left |
| Turn the steering wheel to the right |
| Release the brake and let the vehicle roll to a stop |
| Release the brake and then re-apply it |
| 21: You are at the scene of an accident. Someone is suffering from shock.You should... |
| Tell them to pull themselves together |
| Keep them warm |
| Offer them a warm drink |
| Offer them a cigarette |
| 22: Which age group of drivers is most likely to be involved in an accident? |
| 17 to 25 year olds |
| 34 to 45 year olds |
| 46 ro 55 year olds |
| 65 to 75 year olds |
| 23: Are passengers allowed to ride in a caravan that is being towed? |
| Yes, if they are over fourteen |
| No, not at any time |
| Only if all the seats in the towing vehicle are full |
| Only if a stabiliser is fitted |
| 24: Your Doctor has given you a course of medicine. Why should you ask if it is OK to drive? |
| Some medicine can cause your reactions to slow down |
| Some medicine may affect your eyesight |
| Drugs make you a better driver by quickening your reactions |
| Your Insurance company will have to know about the medicine |
| 25: Overloading your vehicle can seriously affect the... |
| Steering |
| Gearbox |
| battery life |
| journey time |
| 26: When should you use your hazard lights? |
| When you park near to a junction |
| When you need to park on the pavement |
| When you have broken down |
| When you wish to stop on double yellow lines |
| 27: You arrive at the scene of a motorcycle accident. The rider is conscious but in shock. You must make sure that... |
| the rider is put in the recovery position |
| the rider's helmet is not removed |
| the rider is moved to the side of the road |
| the rider's helmet is removed |
| 28: What is the most common factor in causing road accidents? |
| Bad weather |
| Driver error |
| Turning right only |
| Mechanical failure |
| 29: If you consider the vehicle behind you is following too close, what should you do ? |
| Flash your brake lights on and off |
| Accelerate away to increase the gap |
| Apply your brakes suddenly |
| Increase the gap between your vehicle and the one in front by slowing down very gently |
| 30: Unbalanced wheels on a car may cause |
| Poor acceleration |
| The tyres to wear out |
| The steering to vibrate |
| Poor braking |
| 31: When following a large vehicle you should keep well back because this |
| allows you to corner more quickly |
| helps the large vehicle to stop more easily |
| allows the driver to see you in the mirrors |
| helps you to keep out of the wind |
| 32: You are about to go down a steep hill, to control your speed you should? |
| Select a low gear and avoid using the brakes |
| Select a high gear and brake carefully |
| Select a low gear and use the brakes carefully |
| Select a high gear and brake firmly |
| 33: You are driving at the legal speed limit.A vehicle comes up quickly behind flashing its headlights.You should? |
| Maintain your speed and prevent the vehicle from overtaking |
| Touch your brakes to show your brake lights |
| Accelerate to maintain a gap behind you |
| Allow the vehicle to overtake |
| 34: A trailer must stay securely hitched up to the towing vehicle. What additional safety device can be fitted to the trailer braking system? |
| Stabiliser |
| Jockey wheel |
| Corner steadies |
| Breakaway cable |
| 35: Which of the following should you NOT do at the scene of an accident? |
| Warn other traffic by switching on your hazard warning lights |
| Call the emergency services immediately |
| Offer someone a cigarette to calm them down |
| Ask drivers to switch off their engines |
| 36: At an accident a casualty is unconscious. Which of the following should you check urgently? |
| Broken bones |
| Shock |
| Breathing |
| Their Vehicle |
| 37: How would you react to other drivers who appear to be inexperienced? |
| Overtake them as soon as possible |
| Flash your headlights to indicate that it's safe for them to proceed |
| Be patient and prepared for them to react more slowly |
| Sound your horn to warn them of your presence |
| 38: You arrive at an accident. A motorcyclist is unconscious. Your FIRST priority is the casualty's |
| breathing |
| bleeding |
| broken bones |
| bruising |
| 39: It is essential that tyre pressures are checked regularly. When should this be done? |
| After driving at speed |
| After a lengthy journey |
| When the tyres are cold |
| When the tyres are hot |
| 40: You should reguarly check the fluid levels. If one was allowed to get low. Which one of these could cause an accident? |
| Oil |
| Water |
| Brake fluid |
| Windscreen washer |
| 41: At the scene of an accident you should |
| not put yourself at risk |
| go to those casualties who are screaming |
| pull everybody out of their vehicles |
| leave vehicle engines switched on |
| 42: You have an accident while driving and someone is injured. You MUST report it to the Police as soon as possible, or within... |
| 48 hours |
| 36 hours |
| 24 hours |
| 7 days |
| 43: Coasting is? |
| Driving in neutral |
| Driving with one hand on the steering wheel |
| Driving in the wrong gear |
| Driving without your foot on the gas pedal |
| 44: You must take extra care when driving near trams because? |
| They may stop suddenly to recharge the batteries |
| Of their speed and silent approach |
| You must not drive over the rails |
| They are automatic and have no driver |
| 45: You meet an obstruction on your side of the road. Another vehicle is approaching toward you. What should you do? |
| give way to the oncoming vehicle |
| carry on, you have priority |
| wave oncoming vehicles through |
| accelerate to get past fast |
| 46: Why should you make sure that you have cancelled your indicators after turning? |
| To avoid flattening the battery |
| To avoid misleading other road users |
| To avoid dazzling other road users |
| To avoid damage to the indicator relay |
| 47: You are waiting at a level crossing. A train has passed but the light is still flashing. Do you |
| Edge over the stop sign to get a better look |
| Park your vehicle a go and investigate the problem |
| Carry on waiting |
| Phone the signal operator |
| 48: If you see a vehicle with a flashing amber light, what might it signify? |
| Police car |
| Doctor |
| Fire engine |
| Slow moving or broken down vehicle |
| 49: When driving down a steep hill what should you do in order to control your speed? |
| Select a high gear and use the brakes carefully |
| Select neural and let the car freewheel down the hill |
| Activate cruise control |
| Select a low gear and use the brakes carefully |
| 50: You are about to drive home but you can't find the glasses you need to wear. You should... |
| drive home slowly, keeping to quiet roads |
| find a way of getting home without driving |
| borrow a friend's glasses and use those |
| drive home at night so that the lights will help you |
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